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Cultivate is an artist-run art nonprofit based in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Art Classes Grand Rapids

ART CLASSES

Learn online or in-person with our studio based, foundational art classes, 

Study with professional artists and educators.

Art Gallery Michigan

GALLERY

Contemporary art gallery with 6 exhibitions a year. 

 

Led by a curatorial team of established artists and curators.

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ARTIST RESOURCE CENTER

Cultivate believes in and supports artists. 

 

Offering resources to elevate emerging and midcareer artists' careers. 

Nurturing Creativity. Promoting Inclusivity. Advocating for the Arts

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Upcoming Exhibition:

Bridgework

 

Regional Exhibition of 2023-2024 Bridgework cohorts

On View April 12, 2024 - May 31, 2024

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Learn more about our Art Education Program

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ELEMENTARY

Cultivate's Elementary Art Program, for ages 6-12, is a transformative learning experience dedicated to nurturing creativity, fostering visual awareness, and encouraging imaginative thinking among young students.

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TEEN

Our curriculum is designed for all teens ages 13-18 - from the curious beginner to the student preparing for art college.

We are focusing on fostering creativity, mastering skills, and nurturing critical thinking to inspire a lifelong love for art.

Adult Art Classes Grand Rapids MI

ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION

Our Adult Continuing Education program is designed for everyone from the absolute beginner to the professional artist looking to expand their skill set.

Upcoming Events:
Elevate the Conversation Around Art

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Cultivate's curated events nurture creativity, inclusivity, and social advocacy through art.

Our array of offerings—ranging from life drawing and painting sessions to thought-provoking artist talks and panel discussions—invite you to engage on multiple levels. Open studios are available for families and teens, while our unique initiatives like the Artist Way Project extend the conversation into the community. Experience firsthand how art can empower, inspire, and unite.

Cultivate Conversations:
Art and Education Discourse


Read the Cultivate Arts Publication

Our Partners

A selection of the organizations, foundations, and donors who we have worked with this year 

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