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We are 62% of the way to our GOAL!


As Flower City Arts Center enters its 56th year, we are excited to continue offering impactful classes, programs, and events to the community.


Your crucial support makes you a collaborator at a time when community-building is needed as much as ever. Please consider a bigger gift than in the past, if you are able, and share this important appeal with your circles, to CRAFT COMMUNITY with Flower City Arts Center.

Let's CRAFT!

74

adult courses

4

kids courses

Letterpress I

Immerse yourself in letterpress printing! Browse our vast collection of vintage metal and wood type, image cuts, and ornaments to create a variety of projects ...

Fundamentals of Drawing

In this class students focus on developing observational skills and drawing techniques, using a variety of drawing media. No prior experience with drawing is required ...

The Art of Ink: Pen and Brush Techniques

This four-week class offers an in-depth exploration of pen and ink, as well as brush and ink techniques, using both Walnut ink and India ink. ...

Linoleum Printing II: Reduction Prints

In this class, students will learn how to use letterpress equipment to create a reduction linoleum block print. We’ll cover how to raise your block ...

Watercolor Portraits

Have you ever wanted to create stunning portraits using accurate measurements and the soft beauty of watercolor? This beginner-friendly class will guide you step-by-step through ...

Exhibitions
& Events

Thousand-Yard Stare


Nov 07th - Dec 20th

“Thousand-yard Stare” embraces the punk motto: saying, doing, and playing what you want. It’s not about talent or mastery, but ...

Visual Voices feat. The Odyssey Project with Participants & Founder Brendan Bannon


February 07th, 2 p.m.

The Odyssey Project | Warriors Come Home invites you to witness the journey home from war through the eyes of American Combat Veterans. Odyssey Project founder Brendan Bannon will be ...

Seconds from the Flame 2026 Reception


February 06th, 6 p.m.

Join us on First Friday, Feb. 6, from 6 - 9pm for the opening reception of our Seconds from the Flame Ceramics Sale. This is a great place to find ...

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A safe space is a space where the LGBTQI+ community can freely express themselves without fear. It is a space that does not tolerate violence, bullying, or hate speech towards the LGBTQI+ community.
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Flower City Arts Center is supported by funding from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.