ArtWorks 20th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, August 1, 2026 | 5:30–9:30 p.m.
Location: Cultural Arts Center with Disciples Christian Church | Cleveland Heights, OH
Parking: Available onsite for free
Some portions are free and open to the public; others are ticketed or RSVP-based (details below)
Join the Center for Arts-Inspired Learning in celebrating 20 years of our ArtWorks program, a paid arts apprenticeship that has engaged more than 2,000 high school students across Northeast Ohio. This milestone evening honors the creativity, growth, and impact of ArtWorks apprentices—past and present—while celebrating two decades of workforce development through the arts.
This event includes three distinct ways to participate. Guests are welcome to join one or more portions depending on interest.
ArtWorks CHAMPION RECEPTION | 5:30–6:30 p.m. (TICKETED)
ARTWORKS LIVE! | 6:30–8:30 p.m. (FREE & OPEN TO PUBLIC)
ARTWORKS ALUMNI REUNION| 8:30–9:30 p.m. (RSVP required)
About ArtWorks
ArtWorks is the Center for Arts-Inspired Learning’s paid arts apprenticeship program that provides high school students with hands-on experience in the arts while helping them build essential workforce and life skills. Through mentorship with professional teaching artists, participants explore artistic disciplines, develop confidence, and gain meaningful experience that supports future education and career pathways.
For 20 years, ArtWorks has helped young people see themselves as creators, contributors, and leaders in their communities across Northeast Ohio.