Middletown Arts Center

Middletown Arts Center Promoting art education and creative enrichment in Southwest Ohio since 1957 It was located in the basement of the American Legion. Verity Pkwy in 1975.

Middletown Arts Center was founded in 1957 by the Art Committee of the Federation of Women's Clubs of Middletown. Miami University, Oxford Fine Arts Department sold stools, easels and lockers to the Arts Center for the total sum of $1.00. The Middletown Art Center was now on its way. In 1965, the Middletown Fine Arts Center became part of AIM (Arts in Middletown) and moved to a new building at 130

N. In 2002, AIM ceased as an operating organization and Middletown Arts Center bought the building from AIM and took over the operation of the building and started doing business as Middletown Arts Center (MAC). MAC has an average of 160-175 classes offered during the year to students ages preschool to 90+ in all levels of experience; 10-12 gallery (lobby) exhibits per year; 10-12 satellite exhibits at the new Atrium Medical Center; 8 large exhibits in the newly renovated Exhibit hall featuring an Area Art Show; Student Show; Tomorrows Artist Today (ages 13-18); and general public exhibits featuring the Ohio Watercolor Society Traveling Exhibit; the American Watercolor Society Traveling Exhibit; Homer Hacker, watercolorist; and in 2009 Kevin Macpherson, American Impressionist. The Arts Center hosts 3-4 National Artists Workshops annually - Tony Couch, Mel Stabin, Judy Carducci, Frank Webb, Alex Powers, Doug Dawson to name a few. Enrollment for the classes and workshops averages 1500-1800 annually

We’re excited to roll into June with a full lineup of one-day workshops! ☀️ Whether you’re looking to try something new,...
05/30/2026

We’re excited to roll into June with a full lineup of one-day workshops! ☀️ Whether you’re looking to try something new, get creative, or just enjoy a fun day out this summer, we’ve got plenty of options to choose from.

Here’s a peek at the creativity from our recent May workshops: Ceramic Floral Lanterns, Acrylic Pouring, and Paint Like Bob Ross 🎨✨

Spots are limited, so check out the June lineup and sign up today:
https://www.middletownartscenter.com/class-workshops

Make your own jewelry from scratch in this fun, hands-on class!Learn how to design, saw, file, solder, and finish your o...
05/30/2026

Make your own jewelry from scratch in this fun, hands-on class!

Learn how to design, saw, file, solder, and finish your own pieces using real metalsmithing techniques, no experience needed. Beginners are welcome, and more experienced makers can dive into their own projects with guidance along the way.

Come create, experiment, and leave with jewelry you actually made 💍✨

📸 Featuring amazing work from our students, come join them!
https://www.middletownartscenter.com/product-page/jewelry-silversmithing-class-joy-dysart

Guess what?A little bee told us our final numbers are due Monday... so we can extend ticket sales through the weekend!! ...
05/29/2026

Guess what?

A little bee told us our final numbers are due Monday... so we can extend ticket sales through the weekend!!

New deadline for reserving your spot at In the Garden Gala presented by the Middletown Arts Center and the Middletown Garden Club is Sunday!!

Link to purchase your ticket to a great time next Friday night at the MAC can be found in the comments!

Picture: Cookies you might see in the garden next Friday from Busy Bee Real Meals ... ☺️🐝🌸

🪴 New 6-Week Ceramics mini-series on Tuesday Evenings 🌿Learn how to make ceramic planters from start to finish!Including...
05/28/2026

🪴 New 6-Week Ceramics mini-series on Tuesday Evenings 🌿

Learn how to make ceramic planters from start to finish!
Including shaping and building to trimming, glazing, and finishing your pieces!

Create handmade planters, water saucers, and other plant-inspired ceramics using the wheel or hand-building techniques. Whether you’re brand new to clay or already have experience, this class is perfect for all skill levels ✨

Learn more about this mini- series here: https://www.middletownartscenter.com/product-page/ceramics-planter-mini-series

🌸 LAST CHANCE FOR TICKETS! 🌸Don’t miss an unforgettable evening at In the Garden Gala, next Friday, June 5 from 6PM–9PM!...
05/28/2026

🌸 LAST CHANCE FOR TICKETS! 🌸

Don’t miss an unforgettable evening at In the Garden Gala, next Friday, June 5 from 6PM–9PM!✨

🌺 Explore floral arrangements inspired by famous works of art
🍷 Enjoy complimentary wine service & curated catering
🎶 Experience live music throughout the evening
🖼️ Vote for your favorite arrangement in our People’s Choice Award
🌿 Bid on beautiful floral-inspired artwork in our Silent Auction

🎟️ TODAY is the LAST DAY to purchase tickets, grab yours here before they're gone: https://www.middletownartscenter.com/product-page/ticket-in-the-garden-gala

Yoga returns this week so, Take a little time for yourself and join us for movement, breath, and relaxation at your own ...
05/27/2026

Yoga returns this week so,

Take a little time for yourself and join us for movement, breath, and relaxation at your own pace.

🪑 Chair Yoga in the afternoon
Gentle movement, stretching, and support for every body. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting a slower paced practice.

🌿 Yoga in the evening
Unwind, stretch, breathe, and reset after the day.

No experience needed, just come as you are.

DEADLINE TOMORROW 💥If you'd like to attend In the Garden Gala, the final day to reserve your ticket is TOMORROW, Thursda...
05/27/2026

DEADLINE TOMORROW 💥

If you'd like to attend In the Garden Gala, the final day to reserve your ticket is TOMORROW, Thursday May 28.

Complimentary wine, catered menu, live harpist, beautiful floral arrangements inspired by works of art... what more could you ask for?!

Tickets are only $50 and can be purchased on our website, in person at the MAC, or via phone at 513-424-2417.

Can't wait to see you in the garden!!

This year's Student Show is a phenomenal display of MAC student work as always! Our Opening Event hosted more than 300 p...
05/27/2026

This year's Student Show is a phenomenal display of MAC student work as always! Our Opening Event hosted more than 300 people this year - a wonderful turnout and show of community appreciation for all of the great art that is being created here.

The MAC would like to thank our 2026 Exhibition Season Sponsors, the Miriam G. Knoll Foundation and the Middletown Community Foundation. These organizations play an important role in supporting us so that we can keep creativity and the arts thriving in our community! We are so grateful to receive continued support from these grant awards.

Congratulations to these award-winning students!

Ceramics
1st place - Longhorn: Open Arc, Veronica Leon
2nd place – Mudflat Millie, Mary Deas Wortley
3rd place – Blues Jar, Charla Cornwell
HM – Verdelle, Alex Fields
HM – There’s Always One!, Susan Evans
HM – Geometrically Brian, Barbara Grant

Enameling
1st place – Brooch, Heather Janney
2nd place – Undersea, Joan Boring
3rd place – Butterfly Arising, Bridget McCarthy-Osswald
HM – Japanese Sunset, Joan Boring

Fiber Arts
1st place – Knitted Jakers Sweater designed by Isabell Kraemer, Patt Belisle
2nd place – Stripe Shawl, Peggy Davish
3rd place – Christmas Striped Socks, Robin Templeton Ressler
HM – Cumulus Blouse, Toni Forgue

Jewelry
1st place – Spring Green, Peggy Hostetter
2nd place – In Flight, Pam Hall
3rd place – Silver Bumble Bee, Linda Shaw Doss
HM – Cosmic Dreams (Earrings), Erica Nickol
HM – 2 Piece Set, Bruce Neller
HM – The Blues Bracelet, Donna Russell

Oils/Acrylics
1st place – Miss Grace, Joanne Farney
2nd place – Daffodil Joy, Denise Bonnell
3rd place – The Perfect One, Pamela Spradling
HM – Sunrise Little Miami, Marvin Jett
HM – Sparkle with a Side of Sass, Vickie Erdman

Watercolor
1st place – Don’t Worry Be Happy, Jan Holladay
2nd place – Peaceful Path, Carole Lantz
3rd place – Ole-Time Religion, Roger Kimmel
HM – Yellow, Marvin Jett
HM – There it is!, Sandra Butterworth
HM – On the Rocks, Donna Clements

Rookie of the Year – Hello, April, Mandy Birdwell
Best of Show – My Soul Mate, Toni Forgue

🎒✨ As the school year wraps up, we’ve been reflecting on our Adopt-a-Class visits and all the creativity, laughter, and ...
05/26/2026

🎒✨ As the school year wraps up, we’ve been reflecting on our Adopt-a-Class visits and all the creativity, laughter, and art-making we shared with students this year. 💛

It’s been such a joy watching ideas come to life through every project and visit, and we’re so grateful for the students we got to spend time with. 🎨

We hope to see some familiar faces stop by over the summer to keep creating with us! ☀️🖌️

Address

130 N Verity Pkwy
Middletown, OH
45042

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 8:30pm
Thursday 9am - 8:30pm

Telephone

(513)4242417

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