Great River Arts Association

Under gra's performing arts programming, 23 events were hosted including musical/gra live performances, along with a variety of free events such as "open mic night" events where the community shares their talent (poetry, music, voice, spoken word, etc.) on gra's stage. Great river television (grtv) programming is a unique community resource that provides more than 6500 hours of free content - accessible on public access channel 180/6 and youtube. In addition staff supported 12 private rentals - connecting our space to community members. Gra participated in a 8 community events w/local businesses sponsoring trick or treat to hundreds of children, markets and music, and an americana event featuring classic cars, live music and art.

Gra provides arts education programming for youth and adults, by connecting residents and visitors to engaging and creative opportunities. This body of work increases a participants knowledge, skills and understanding of various artistic disciplines, including visual (painting, mixed media, fabric, glass, drawing, watercolor, etc.), multimedia, performing and literary arts. During this fiscal year, gra offered 27 art education programs including gallery talks, school tours and painting classes.