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26 people are interested
Creating an Arts District!
ORGANIZATION: Chicago URBAN ART RETREAT Center
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26 people are interested
Volunteers needed for new project in North Lawndale. Volunteers are working on proposal to create an artists peace hub around Kedzie stop on pink line. It will include incubator work spaces, gallery, vegan cafe, florist shop, thrift store, plus much more. We will build a resource center. We need volunteers to help develop aspects of the building, to research and write grant proposals, to plan an art walk to introduce the concept,
We are creating spaces for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
We are working on getting a cooperative art gallery for area artists. Also, a training & job source for people with disabilities.
For more info, please contact us.
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About Chicago URBAN ART RETREAT Center
Location:
1957 S. Spaulding Ave., Chicago,, IL 60623, US
Mission Statement
Chicago URBAN ART RETREAT Center (CUARC) provides rooms for women. CUARC also provides safe space for people who are different from each other to enjoy & learn from each other. CUARC celebrates multiculturalism, diversity, and non-violence. We provide opportunities for people to learn about and practice peace. We encourage our volunteers to learn about social justice issues and the isms to spread this information to others.
Description
In addition to a women's residence on the second floor, we offer an art gallery for under-represented artists, and art studio for non-artists. CUARC offers a variety of programs geared to the under represented and to educate the public about under represented populations. At our own site and at sites of other non-profits, CUARC programs include: art workshops & classes for non-artists, support & education for entrepreneurs, art shows by under represented people (people with mental illnesses, people of color, non-artists, survivors of trauma, immigrants, lesbians, gays, & seniors). Social opps. for people who are different from each other to attend, enjoy each other, and learn from each other are offered monthly. Non-violence and tolerance is encouraged at all activities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1957 S. Spaulding Ave. at 21stChicago, IL 60623
DATE POSTED
August 15, 2020
SKILLS
- Drawing
- Program Management
- Visual Arts
- Facilities Management
- Renovation
- Hospitality
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- weekly involvement
- good people skills helpful