CALC is committed to offering extensive arts education programs to youth and adults, exhibiting powerful works of art, and bringing our community together through partnerships and collaborations. CALC brings the arts into our community and gives our community a voice. We welcome every community member as we strive to make Carlisle a better place to live and work through the arts.
CALC's Signature Programs
- ArtWORKS!: An after-school program for middle school students that promotes self-esteem and giving back to the community through the arts.
- Works in the Windows: A partnership that provides artwork in vacant storefront windows.
- Art Classes, Camps, and Lectures: Educational opportunities for both children and adults in a variety of mediums.
- Hope Station and CONNECT Summer Art Camps: Full scholarship-based camps that provide all children the access to art.
- Empty Bowls: A fundraising event organized by CALC to benefit Project SHARE.
- Exhibitions: Opportunities for local and regional artists to exhibit their work in CALC’s gallery, sales gallery, and off-site locations throughout Carlisle.
- Art on the Farm: A partnership with Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture to showcase Central Pennsylvania’s unique agricultural resources through art, education and food.
- Scholarships: CALC provides financial aid to assure all children and adults have access to art classes and camps.
