The Arts Center has brought together the energy and talents of the arts community and has made downtown a place you want to be. They’re a true community organization, and have, with performances and the gallery, in addition to their classes, been able to use art as a way to engage people.
EXHIBITION GALLERIES & GALLERY SHOP
Does the Art Center represent only Michigan artists in its galleries?
Can the Art Center contact an artist with a special request?
Do you have to be a member to exhibit your work at the Art Center?
GENERAL INFORMATION
Is your building accessible?
Do you sell art supplies?
Where should I park when visiting the Art Center?
How do you list job openings?
What is WineFest and when is it?
What is Host with the Most & when is it?
Can I host a party, business meeting or special event at the Art Center?
What are the hours of the Gallery Shop?
How do I get to the Art Center from the major expressways M-14, I-94, US 23?
What are the hours of the reception desk?
MEMBERSHIP
How do I become an Art Center member?
What are the benefits of Art Center membership?
ARTISTS
How do you select artists for the monthly Exhibition Gallery shows?
As an artist, how do I show my work in one of the Art Center galleries?
EDUCATION
If I’m interested in teaching a class at the Art Center, how do I apply?
Would you do an art activity at my home or office?
Do you have to pre-register for Art Classes?
What is the refund policy for classes?
If I start a class late is my tuition prorated?
Can I register the day the class begins?
How old do my kids need to be to take classes?
If I buy a membership now, do I get the course discount?
Does the Art Center have tuition assistance programs?
WEB SITE
How do I download the course schedule and newsletter?
ANSWERS
Does the Art Center represent only Michigan artists in its galleries?
The Art Center is committed to representing local artists. Both the Exhibition Gallery and the Spotlight Gallery feature exclusively Michigan artists. The Gallery Shop represents primarily local and regional artists. A small portion of Gallery Shop artists are selected from other regions because of their unique work.
Can the Art Center contact an artist with a special request?
We are happy to work on fulfilling special requests, on an individual basis. Each case depends on the artist and the time of year, among other determining factors. But we would be happy to try.
Do you have to be a member to exhibit your work at the Art Center?
Membership is required for The Annual: All-Media competition, a members-only show that has been a tradition since 1922 at the Art Center. This exhibition invites artists from all disciplines who are members to enter a juried all-media competition. Artists who are not members have the option of joining the Ann Arbor Art Center upon entry in order to participate in this exhibition. In all other instances, membership is not a requirement to present or show work for exhibition at the Art Center.
See membership benefits
Do you sell art supplies?
Art supplies are not available for purchase at the Art Center; however, we can provide suggestions for art supply stores in the area.
Where should I park when visiting the Art Center?
There is convenient parking in city operated lots right behind the Art Center, at Fourth and William or Ashley and Huron. Members receive parking validation with purchases. There are parking meters located throughout downtown Ann Arbor.
View a map and get driving directions
Where do you list job openings?
Any available job openings are listed on our website, with www.annarbor.com and on sites aimed at art professionals.
What is WineFest and when is it?
WineFest is a very special food and wine fundraiser showcasing the ultimate in the regions restaurants/caterers and wine specialists. Usually held in April or May WineFest proceeds benefit Art Center programs. Learn more about WineFest and other Art Center events by going to the events tab. Information is updated as the event comes closer.
What is Host with the Most & when is it?
Host with the Most is held annually in October or November and features local community members who act as hosts for an evening to benefit Art Center's programs. Learn more on our events page.
Can I host a party, business meeting or special event at the Art Center?
We'd love to have you do so! The Art Center provides the perfect atmosphere for any event. We have several options available for facility rentals.
Learn about Facility Rental opportunities.
What are the hours of the Gallery Shop?
Regular Gallery Shop hours are Monday through Thursday 10 AM - 7 PM, Friday 10 AM - 8 PM, Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM, and Sunday 12 PM - 5 PM.
How do I get to the Art Center from the major expressways M-14, I-94, US 23?
The Art Center is easily accessible from all major freeways. Click here to obtain a map or driving directions.
What are the hours of the reception desk?
The reception desk is open Monday through Thursday 10 AM - 7 PM, Friday 10 AM - 8 PM, Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM and Sunday 12 PM - 5 PM.
How do I become an Art Center member?
You can join as a member online, drop by 117 West Liberty in downtown Ann Arbor, or call us at 734.994.8004 x101. Join online.
What are the benefits of Art Center membership?
Membership benefits include discounts on courses and workshops, discounts when you purchase in the galleries, invitations to special events and much more. Join us and begin receiving benefits today!
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How do you select artists for the monthly Exhibition Gallery shows?
The Exhibitions Director along with the Art Center's Gallery Advisory Committee review all submitted proposals from artists to determine if the work submitted meets our goals and then schedules the selected exhibitions for the following year. See Information for Artists above for application information.
If I'm interested in teaching a course at the Art Center, how do I apply?
We are always looking for talented instructors for our studio art courses and workshops. See Teaching at the Art Center for application information
Would you do an art activity at my place?
We can provide art activities offsite, but we encourage you to come to the Art Center. We have a depth of supplies and great workspace. And, we do all the clean-up. There is an additional fee for going to another location to cover packing, travel time, etc. Call the Art Center for details--994-8004.
Do you have to pre-register for art courses?
Yes, you must pre-register for all studio art courses, however, drop-ins are accepted for some workshops, call 734.994.8004 x101 for additional details.
What is the refund policy for classes?
Unless you received an amended refund policy when you registered, all courses are governed by our standard refund policy.
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Is tuition prorated if you begin a course late?
The Art Center does not prorate tuition.
See Registration Guidelines for more information.
Can I register on the day that a course begins?
Yes, you can register on the day the class begins. However, we recommend registering early to both reserve your spot and to ensure that a class will run and not be canceled (classes that do not meet minimum enrollment may be canceled).
How old do children need to be to take courses?
We have classes for children as young as two, if accompanied by an adult. Children must be at least four years old to take classes independently.
If I buy a membership now, do I get the course discount?
Yes!
How do I download the course schedule and newsletter?
Our course schedule, newsletter, and other documents under 'downloads' are in Adobe Acrobat portable document format (PDF). You need Adobe Acrobat Reader to read these documents. If you don't have Acrobat Reader, you can download it free at the link below.
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Is the building accessible?
The building is accessible from Liberty Street, and there is an elevator to the second floor galleries and third floor instructional studios.
