MISSION & VISION

Our Mission

To empower creativity and enhance community engagement by providing accessible art education, affordable studio space, and exhibition opportunities. We are dedicated to bringing the community into the arts, fostering a vibrant creative environment that nurtures emerging artists, promotes collaboration, and celebrates the transformative power of artistic expression for all.

Our Vision

Creating an inclusive community where creativity thrives, art is accessible to all, and individuals are empowered through artistic expression.

Our Pillars

  • We believe imagination is humanity’s heartbeat.

    In every culture and across every generation, art has been a language for joy, healing, and progress. As technology reshapes our world, nurturing imagination and hands-on making becomes more vital than ever. We celebrate art as a force for curiosity, courage, and possibility.

  • We believe people thrive when they gather, share, and create together.

    Art Project Roanoke is a third space — a welcoming hub beyond home and work — where neighbors of all ages and backgrounds connect in person. In an era dominated by digital interaction, being face-to-face restores empathy, builds bridges, and reminds us that community is built through presence.

  • We believe we are all stewards of Roanoke’s tomorrow.

    Through creativity and collaboration, Art Project Roanoke thrives to contribute to an inviting downtown where everyone has a place to belong. We commit to being part of the solution, working toward a safer, stronger, and more connected community for generations to come.