Our mission is to inspire, expand learning, and strengthen our community through engagement with the arts.

As we move into spring, our busiest and most energizing season, we are pleased to be expanding arts-integrated programming across schools and communities throughout Western New York.

Classrooms are alive with creativity as residencies, workshops, and partnerships continue to bring learning to life through the arts. As an approved Arts in Education vendor with both Erie 1 BOCES and Cattaraugus-Allegany-Erie-Wyoming (CAEW) BOCES, Arts for Learning WNY offers schools a streamlined way to bring workshops, residencies, and performances into their classrooms through the BOCES CoSer reimbursement program.

For those interested in learning more, we invite you to read our blog post outlining how schools can access and utilize BOCES funding to support arts-integrated learning.

Thank you for your continued support of creative learning. We are grateful for your partnership and for the important role you play in making this work possible

-The Arts for Learning WNY Team

SAVE THE DATE!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 11, from 10:00am - 1:00pm at The Broadway Market!

End spring break week with a day full of creativity and fun for the whole family.

Family ArtFest brings together local artists, performers, and arts organizations to offer hands-on activities, interactive demonstrations, and live performances across a wide variety of artistic disciplines. It’s the perfect opportunity for kids, teens, and adults to explore, create, and be inspired - plus, it’s always a lively, joyful community celebration.

We can’t wait to see you there!

ArtWorks: Inspiring Stories & What’s Next

Our Fall 2025 ArtWorks Showcase was full of creativity, growth, and inspiration! From original artwork to sculptures and mixed media, our apprentices amazed us with their talent - and the stories behind their work are just as inspiring.

Discover one apprentice’s journey and see how ArtWorks helps young artists build skills, confidence, and community.

Plus, the Spring Session starts February 23rd! We’re thrilled to welcome Rashaad Holley as the lead Teaching Artist, guiding apprentices as they explore fashion as the art form. Be part of the excitement and see what these young creatives will create next!

Arts Integration Kits: Bringing Learning To Life

Creativity starts at home! Arts for Learning WNY’s Arts Integration Kits make learning fun with picture books and hands-on arts activities for kids of all ages.

With the generous support of the City of Buffalo Common Council, these kits are free and designed to bring creativity, literacy, and meaningful family time to homes across the city.

Read the full story behind the kits and see how families are turning everyday moments into arts-filled adventures.

Help Shape the Future of Arts Education -

Join Our Board of Directors

Arts for Learning WNY is looking for passionate, community-minded individuals to join our Board of Directors. Bring your experience, ideas, and energy to help guide our mission and expand arts learning across Western New York!

UPCOMING FREE EVENTS & PROGRAMS

Wednesday, February 11

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Join Arts for Learning WNY and Single Moms Club Buffalo at East Community High School for a FREE watercolor workshop for kids, led by Master Teaching Artist Kristin Brandt.

This special activity is part of the Heart Health Expo, celebrating moms with interactive activities, and dinner provided.

Learn more here!

Tuesday, February 17

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Join Master Teaching Artist Kristin Brandt for a FREE Kung Fu Basics Workshop, perfect for youth ages 4-11 and their families.

Explore peaceful stances, breath-work, qi gong movements with Kung Fu animals, and the stances of Shaolin - fun, active, and full of creativity!

All are welcome, just show up and join the fun!

Thursday, March 5

11:00am - 11:45am

Experience the fun of reading with The Wondermakers at the North Park Branch Library!

This FREE story theatre program brings books to life through acting and playful demonstrations.

All are welcome - no registration required!

Step inside the adventure!

SUPPORT ARTS FOR LEARNING

Every child deserves the opportunity to imagine, create, and realize their full potential through the arts. Please consider making a charitable donation today that will directly impact the lives of our youth through our arts programming.

We cannot do it without you.

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