Creativity at the Center Campaign
Help us build the place where creativity becomes possibility!
The KID smART Center for Arts & Education
In the heart of the Bayou Road/7th Ward, we are thrilled to establish our Center in such a historic arts community and to bring new jobs and positive economic impact to this treasured part of our city.
Right now, we are facing an uncertain future for Arts Education in New Orleans. With our building, we are cementing a hub for Arts Education for generations to come and growing our annual impact by 250%.
Our 11,000 square foot center provides arts classes, workshops, and performances in visual arts, music, dance, and theater for all ages.
Future programming includes:
Educator Trainings
Afterschool Programs
Summer Camps
Creative Aging Programs
Community Events
Exhibition Space
Early Childhood Arts Classes
Homeschool Partnerships
Multidisciplinary Arts Classes
Fundraising Goal: $5.5 million by July 2028
The Space: 3.2M
Acquisition of Building
Structural Renovation
6 Creative Studios
Community Training and Workspace
Accessibility Features
The Art: 1.2M
Expanded programming will grow our annual impact from 3,200 to 8,200 individuals annually.
The Future: 500K
Strategic planning and the infrastructure to ensure longevity of the building, assets and programs.
Executive Director Elise Gallinot Goldman receiving a proclamation from the New Orleans City Council with Councilman Morrell, Councilman Green, and R. Campbell Hutchinson
KID smART staff breaking ground
KID smART Programming team breaking ground
KID smART Fund Development breaking ground
RGGC team breaking ground
Naming Opportunities
Space
Contribution
KID smART Center for
Arts & Education
2,500,000
Reception Gallery
1,000,000
Training Room
600,000
Accessibility (Elevator)
300,000
Upper Level Lobby*
250,000
Performing Arts Studio*
250,000
Innovation Studio
200,000
Dance & Movement Studio
200,000
Space
Contribution
Community Kitchen
150,000
Visual Arts Studio 1*
150,000
Conference Room
100,000
Board Room*
100,000
Podcast Studio
50,000
Coffee & Snack Bar
50,000
KID smART Office 1*
25,000
KID smART Office 2
25,000
Visual Arts Studio 2*
100,000
*indicates committed space