“Think Art for social development” is the EEPMOA motto because exposure to the arts has a wealth of social, educational, and emotional benefits. This motto shapes the programs we offer—like the intergenerational art program. The student exhibit was amazing. Special thanks to Cuyahoga Arts and Culture for their support. It’s extremely fulfilling to witness the growth of our returning students. […]
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We are eagerly anticipating the arrival of warm weather, which allows us to take on outdoor projects, get a much-needed infusion of vitamin D, and enjoy the beauty of Spring. We hope you make time to visit the museum and connect with us during one of our upcoming events. If you didn’t know, CAN Journal will be hosting their distribution […]
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THE GIFT OF ART Cleveland-based artist Walter Allen Rogers Jr. has been hosting monthly pop-up art shows at the Creative Arts Complex since 2022. Art collectors are encouraged to check out these events. Local artists gather and display their work for sale. These shows are made possible through the support of Ed Parker and African American Artists of Cleveland. Light […]
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The Gift of Art The Gift of Art is a recurring pop-up art show at the Edward E. Parker Museum of Art, organized by local artist Walter Allen Rogers Jr. and presented by members of African American Artists of Cleveland. The group began hosting these events in October, gaining a steady increase in support in recent months—more foot traffic and […]
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RECENT EVENTS The Gift of Art Cleveland-based artists Walter Allen Rogers Jr. and Chester Hopkins-Bey recently hosted a two-day pop-up shop in the courtyard adjacent to the museum. They put the word out on social media, hoping to attract the attention of local art collectors. A group of local artists gathered, set up tables, and displayed their work for sale. […]
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Collard Green Festival Greetings from EEPMOA. We have good news—it’s been a while, but the Collard Green Festival is back! We are happy to resume this signature event, as we bid farewell to Summer and begin our Fall 2022 programming. Scheduled for Saturday, September 24, from noon to 6 pm, the festival will feature a collard green cook-off, awarding 1st, […]
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Edward E. Parker Museum of Art observes and celebrates Black excellence daily. For the past two years, we have extended our Black history month display through the summer months, adding new material each month. This year, our goal will be to highlight the many important historical facts and figures that have escaped mainstream awareness and exposure. The display will […]
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The past two years have been challenging. We have been forced to accept, and adapt to the new normal. It hasn’t been easy, but we remain optimistic as we prepare to bring this year to a close. We are thankful for the health of our team and pleased to continue providing quality, family-friendly programming for our students and patrons. We’re […]
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All is well at the Edward Parker Museum of Art. As a difficult year comes to an end, we are focused on what we have to be thankful for. We have experienced a slow but steady increase in visitation, and our class and program participation has grown. Our team is healthy, optimistic and looking forward to next year, with […]
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If you’re flipping through CAN Journal, you have a lot to be thankful for. If you were not directly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, you know someone who was. We’re nearly halfway through 2021, and a renewed sense of hope is gaining traction. Hopefully, the speedy development and administering of vaccines will slow down—and eventually eliminate—the transmission of the virus […]
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