Please join the Turning the Lens Collective for an event celebrating the photographs and histories of our Black Community Elders. Come learn more about this exciting new digital archive of Black Family Photography in Syracuse! We encourage attendees to bring their own family photos and memories to share! Doors open at 5:30 PM for drinks and refreshments. The program will begin at 6:00 PM
Upstate Medical University and Music as Healing Presents: The Sound of Healing. Join us for a concert celebrating a season of renewal through the power and beauty of live music performed by medical students. This event is free and open to all!
We’re excited to offer additional spring classes and workshops for everyone! Try something new this season and unleash your creativity. We now offer the following workshops. For further information on these exciting educational art programs please email us at cfac@syr.edu
The Syracuse, NY Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, in collaboration with the Community Folk Art Center, Presents – The 53rd Annual Teenage Competitive Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony! Get ready to celebrate the creativity and talent of teenage artists from all over the region. Join us on Saturday, May 17th at 1:00 PM for an in-person day filled with amazing artwork, exciting awards, and creative inspiration. This event is free and open to the public. RSVP HERE
If you or someone you know is interested in competing in the Teen Art Show Please complete the registration below.
In case you missed it ! Join Randum Poet for a virtual MasterClass on Spoken Word, as he shares his artistic inspirations, and tips for performing.
Kofi Antwi shares Community Literacy Initiatives in ABC News Channel 9 Honoring Black History : Black Artist Collective CNY with Iris St. Meran
Join us on Wednesday February 26th at Community Folk Art Center, for a night of performances and a thought-provoking conversation on Black artistry led by spoken word artists Cheeki Williams, Glenn Simmons, Randum Poet, Sofia Gutierrez, and Kofi Antwi. This event is free and open to the community.
Community Folk Art Center Black Box Theater | 6:00 PM
This year we invite you to reflect on the significance of this year’s Black History Month Focus : African Americans and Labor. This historic observation brings light to occupations of all kinds and pays homage to Black entrepreneurship and resilience.
2025 Black History Month Events
Get ready to unleash your inner artist at our Valentine’s Paint Night—a fun evening of creativity, love, and laughter! Join us on Thursday, February 13th for a painting workshop hosted by artist, Iris Williams. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking to try something new, this event is perfect for everyone. All painting supplies will be provided, general admission is $30.00 per person.
