Standing Rock Cultural Arts recently signed a five-year lease for the space adjacent to its gallery that it will remodel to fulfill its dream of creating a full-service cultural arts center in downtown Kent.
Nairobi, Kenya-based Kenge Kenge Orutu System will perform at Standing Rock Cultural Arts on Aug. 17 for the organization’s open house.KENT, Ohio – What was once just a dream for nonprofit organization Standing Rock Cultural Arts is one step closer to fruition: the creation of a full-service cultural arts center in downtown Kent.
At just under 1,000 square feet, Standing Rock’s space has been limiting, particularly during colder months when holding events outdoors isn’t feasible, according to Executive Director Jeff Ingram. Recently, the space next to Standing Rock became available for lease. That 1,600 square-foot space previously housed apartments, but Standing Rock received permission to renovate the space to expand its arts, educational and community programming, according to Ingram.
“This additional space means that we can have a full-fledged cultural arts center,” Ingram said. “It means we can do a lot more art and activities, such as workshops and have more possibilities for musical performances.”
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