History
Cedar Center Arts/The Art Garage was founded upon local artist who were seeking a unique, creative space. By March 17, 2006, The Art Garage was open. The Art Garage was sustained by a small board of directors. In 2007, our first staff member was hired. By our fifth anniversary in 2011, The Art Garage had expanded into two rooms in 6,000 square feet, with a board of 21 people, two part-time staff members, and several volunteers. In January of 2015, The Art Garage purchased the cannery complex with the support of donors, volunteers, local business owners, and other community supporters. Since the purchase of the cannery complex, we have expanded and allocated funds to renovate additional studio space to allow for programming to develop further. Even with our extensive programming and a thriving center, we continue to grow our programs through a very small staff with the help of active board members, volunteers, and community support.
Specialties
The Art Garage is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization. The mission of The Art Garage is to encourage an appreciation for and participation in the visual, performing and literary arts. As a creative hub located in the heart of Green Bay's Arts District, our vision is to ensure the arts are recognized as integral to the lives of our community members and essential to vibrant community growth and prosperity. We strive to promote a common ground for people to participate in meaningful arts experiences through our various art workshops, gallery exhibitions, live performances and community focused programs. A creative outlet for the community, we hope to be a space for budding and established local artists, while also continuing to offer access to the arts for all.