The Contemporary Arts Center

The Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) brings the best of International, National and Regional Contemporary Art to more than 92,000 visitors annually, connecting visitors with a wide array of exceptional art being created today. In its myriad of forms from visual and media arts to performance and beyond, the CAC serves as a community venue for creative expressive and exploration and discussing issues of our time as they are raised in presented works. The gallery also features commissioned works by local artists.

Student and public programs for youth, family, educators and adults are designed with the goal that they serve as bridges to the art, providing opportunities for visitors to engage with works, artists, staff, volunteers and one another in the exploration of art and creative activities, regardless of their previous knowledge of or experience with contemporary art. CAC programs include artists talks, lecture series, curatorial talks and tours, films, docent-LED tours, family Saturdays and Thursday art play, concerts, performances and teacher resources. Together, CAC exhibitions and education programs are accessible for visitors of all ages and abilities, opening the world of contemporary art, inspiring creativity and encouraging critical thinking. Most educational programs are offered at no cost. Free admission and evening hours are offered on Wednesday to Friday from 5pm to 9pm.