Written by: Helen Treacy The Academy Center of the Arts launched its mobile arts program, Academy in Motion, with a dedication to reaching communities throughout the Greater Lynchburg area in […]
Celebrate Juneteenth at the Academy
Deemed as America’s “second Independence Day”, Juneteenth is celebrated every year on June 19th. Combining the words “June” and “Nineteenth”, the holiday commemorates a timeless victory, the emancipation of slaves. […]
Beyond the Bell Tower with Academy Youth Theatre Professionals
The bells are ringing and Academy Youth Theatre is singing! Opening on June 24, 2022, and going until June 26, join AYT for their take on the classic […]
Celebrating Local and National Art: The Academy’s 2022 Juried Art Exhibition
The Annual National Juried Art Exhibition at the Academy is finally here! Making its grand opening at First Fridays on April 1, 2022, this exhibition is certainly one […]
Welcome Spring with Academy Classes and Camps
Throughout childhood, creativity is often noted as being essential to young minds and the overall well-being of children across the globe. Though this is true, what some don’t realize […]
Announcing the 2021 Lottie Payne Stratton Award Recipient, Jennifer Petticolas
At the Academy, one of our main methods of serving the community is through arts access. Arts access provides those in the greater Lynchburg Community and beyond with opportunities […]
Celebrate Black History Month at the Academy
Each year during the month of February, millions of people come together to celebrate the annual commemoration of Black History Month. During the twenty-eight days, we celebrate the history, heart, […]
Support Your Local Arts Center TODAY!
With 2022 on the near horizon and 2021 coming to a close – so is our fall campaign. As the year is ending and a new one is soon […]
Happy Holidays! With Love, The Academy Center of the Arts
Like the rest of you, with the holiday season upon us and usual festivities inching closer, the Academy Center of the Arts family is wrapping up the year 2021. […]
The Academy Center of the Arts Kicks off the Holiday Season with Maker’s Market + Movie Marathon
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The Academy Center of the Arts is thrilled to present an array of shows and events for all to enjoy this holiday […]