NYFA: New York Foundation for the Arts
Address 35 Wooster Street
New York,NY 10013
USA
Phone Number (212)219-2166
Fax Number (212)966-2976
TTY Number (000)000-0000
Email [email protected]
Website http://www.drawingcenter.org/
Executive Director Mr. Brett Littman
Founding Year 1976
Incorporating Year 1977
Mission Statement The Drawing Center is the only not-for-profit institution in the country to focus on the exhibition of drawings, both historical and contemporary. It was established in 1977 to provide opportunities for emerging and under-recognized artists; to demonstrate the significance and diversity of drawings throughout history; and to stimulate public dialogue on the issues of art and culture.
Program Name Schools Program
Program Contact
Program Phone (212) 219-2166
Program Email [email protected]
Year Program Founded 1980
Description of Service The Drawing Center's Michael Iovenko School Programs invite students to embark on a visual discovery process of the magic of drawing. Since 1980, the Center has reached out to young people by providing discussion and art-making activities inspired by its exhibitions of historical and contemporary drawings. This unique museum experience is enhanced by the Center's intimate gallery setting. The Drawing Center currently offers two programs comprised of on-site and in-school activities that are free of charge and serve K-12 New York City public school students. Activities foster the development of visual-thinking skills and comply with the New York State Learning Standards in the Arts.
Conditions/Public Service Requirements n/a
Award Website http://www.drawingcenter.org/edu_schoolprogs_01.cfm
Related Arts
CategoryDisciplineSecondaryTertiary
Arts-Related ProfessionsTeaching Artist/Arts Educator
Visual ArtsDrawing
Residency
StateCityCountyNeigborhood
New YorkNew York CityAnyAny
Gender No Requirement
Age 17 and younger
Can Previous Awardees Re-apply?
Ethnicity
  • No Requirement
Career Point
  • No Requirement
Special Population
  • No Requirement
Other Restrictions