engagement
Powerhouse Arts offers a wide variety of intergenerational events and program offerings, designed with and by our community members.
In 2022, Powerhouse Arts initiated a Participatory Action-Based Research (PABR) project to engage local makers, educators, and community members to co-imagine community-embedded programs that complement and build on offerings by other arts and culture organizations in the area.
This PABR projects continues into its second year with community surveys to identify the strengths of our neighborhood, barriers to participation in the arts, and areas that Powerhouse Arts can support. Complete the survey to provide feedback on program offerings at Powerhouse Arts.
education
Powerhouse Arts’ educational programs offer hands-on training in visual art-making for individuals at all skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. These include one-off workshops and multi-session classes, launching this summer (July–August) for adults.
Designed for those looking to expand their creative toolkits, our programs are led by practicing artists who are passionate about sharing their craft and fostering dynamic learning spaces at Powerhouse Arts and beyond.
We also provide professional development for educators and classroom art teachers, equipping them with new skills to bring back to their students and learning communities.
Interested in teaching? Submit a class or workshop proposal below.
employment
Powerhouse Arts provides paid work-based learning opportunities for New Yorkers. We recognize the vital role of artists and creative manufacturers in NYC’s local economy and function as a connector in this field. We aim to help people (with and without creative backgrounds) train for and secure meaningful arts employment in order to support themselves and their families.
Powerhouse Arts has partnered with City University of New York (CUNY) Cultural Corps to offer an internship program specialized in hands-on learning. CUNY Cultural Corps Interns participate in a supportive path of career exploration and creative discovery through mentorships with our fabrication shops in addition to our administrative teams.
