Art & craft programs
Veteran mindfulness and alternative health programs utilize evidence-based, non-pharmacological therapies—like art, music, yoga, and meditation—to help veterans
ART & CRAFT PROGRAMS
The Warrior's Art Room
The Warrior's Art Room is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization who's mission is to provide veterans and their immediate family with a place to create art, materials to create art, and with instruction as needed. We provide veterans and their families with art gallery space to display their art in the Sgt James G Wheeler Memorial Art Gallery
Located at:
122 Pleasant St Suite 105
Keystone Building
Easthampton, MA 01027
Hours of Operation are as follows:
Monday 5-8, Tuesday 5-8, Wednesday 5-8, Thursday 5-8, Friday 10-3, Saturday Noon -4, Sunday Closed
A few details of our makers space:
1700+ square feet
Veteran's artwork gallery for public viewing
Handicap accessible
Large work areas
Coffee/small kitchen area
makerspacect
MakerspaceCT is a skills development center for makers, manufacturers, entrepreneurs, members and students. Since 2019, we have offered our community unparalleled support and resources to learn and create. The 28,000 square foot workshop in the iconic G. Fox Building in downtown Hartford is a place for residents, students, hobbyists, aspiring innovators, manufacturers, and entrepreneurs to access the tools, technology, resources and educational opportunities they need to succeed in the state’s manufacturing and technology workforce.
The ten individual workshops we provide are equipped with cutting-edge hardware and software, offering virtual reality equipment and programming to support education-to-career pathways. Our professional and instructional staff are versed in digital fabrication and design processes, making us uniquely suited to provide innovative, outcomes-based programs.
makehaven
Mission: Equip people with tools to design, invent, and create.
Description: MakeHaven, Inc. is a not-for-profit, membership-driven organization, gathering place workshop for makers, creators, tinkerers and dreamers. The environment supports the development of and collaboration on a wide variety of projects, including: prototyping, fabrication, mechanics, electronics, crafts, art, and woodworking. Through free public events, skill building workshops and the independent projects of our membership, MakeHaven enables people to make things.
Veteran Discount Avaliable
frontline arts
“52 Reasons to Love a Vet:” Fund Gifted to Frontline Arts from Ella Rue and Bob Eyet for Veterans’ Opportunities in Art
Frontline Arts is very pleased to announce the gift of a Veterans’ Opportunities in Art and Art Education Fund to help support Veteran Residencies and our Frontline Paper Program.
Ella Rue and Bob Eyet generously gifted the “52 Reasons to Love a Vet” fund, via Hunterdon Healthcare Foundation, Inc, (along with the full collection of original artwork by world-renowned artists and illustrators and supporting merchandise) in 2021. This much-needed funding will allow us to bring further support to our Frontline Paper Program plus other educational opportunities for veterans looking for a full immersion in techniques based in papermaking, printmaking and other social arts practices, virtually and in our studios.
combat paper project
The Combat Paper Project utilizes art making workshops to assist veterans in reconciling and sharing their personal experiences as well as broadening the traditional narrative surrounding service and the military culture.
The Combat Paper Project is based out of art studios throughout the United States and has traveled to Canada and the United Kingdom, providing veterans workshops, exhibitions, performances and artists' talks. This project is made possible by a multifaceted collaboration between artists, art collectors, academic institutions and veterans.
The Vet Arts
Connect initiative
The Vet Arts Connect initiative was developed to support the health and well-being of military veterans by connecting them with vital experiences in nature and the creative arts. Consistent with scientific findings, many veterans report that artistic expression and encounters with nature improve their mood and self-confidence, while easing symptoms of post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, and depression. We hope this successful demonstration project can influence and inspire other similar efforts to help veterans heal and flourish.
The patriots
art foundation
Connect & engage 100,000 veterans through our social media
Enroll 1,000 veterans annually in our immersive online art programs
Give free art materials to all veterans enrolled in our VA sponsored art classes
Have a national presence showcasing art for, of and by veterans
Our DREAM: Through the healing qualities of art we hope to give veterans a much needed way to express themselves when words can’t, and to provide a way to navigate a sometimes difficult world with creativity, purpose and joy.
creative arts workshop
Creative Arts Workshop is a nonprofit regional center for creativity that has served the Greater New Haven area since 1961. As an anchor institution located in the heart of the award-winning Audubon Arts District, CAW offers a wide range of visual arts classes and engagement in creativity in its own three-story building with fully-equipped studios in eight disciplines, and an active exhibition and public programming schedule. More than 1,800 adults and young people enroll annually in the more than 400 courses offered by Creative Arts Workshop, while over 1000 visitors enjoy the free exhibitions and public programs in its destination galleries throughout the year. CAW’s classes are open to students of all ages and levels of experience.
CAW is supported by its membership, tuition fees, sponsorship, contributions from individuals, charitable foundations, public funding, and from special events and sales.
Art of war Project
Art of War Project was founded to inspire hope and contribute the the health and well being of American Veterans dealing with PTSD. By providing a positive outlet through art and other creative endeavors, we seek to make lives better.
Heal Her Heart
American Legion Family announces Free Facebook Live Art Sessions for Veterans, Military and families. We all need positive distractions during this time. Here's a great idea from Heal Her Art. They are hosting daily painting classes on their Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/HEALHERArt/
American Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP)
The mission is to help veterans, service members, and military families reintegrate into their communities through the arts. ASAP offers six- to ten-week classes and weekend workshops, which are focused on promoting expression, skill-building, and social support
creative arts for
veterans (cav)
Indiana University is dedicated to honoring and supporting the health, resilience, and unique experiences of our rural veterans, service members, and military-connected families. By connecting university resources with local expertise, we are working to improve the quality of life for those who served while preparing the next generation of healthcare and community providers to deliver culturally informed care
Artwork by Veterans (AbV) seeks to help Americans understand military service through artwork created by veterans. By networking with Museums and Curators we provide accessible venues for past and present Warriors. AbV artwork and exhibits reveal the effects of war upon our nation’s heroes, provides veterans with a creative venue for expression, and promotes patriotism in a positive light.
Contact your VA primary care provider and tell them you are interested in art therapy/creative arts therapy.
Ask whether VA Connecticut currently has an Art Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy, Recreation Therapy, or Whole Health creative arts program.
Your provider can determine whether you need a clinical referral.
Easter seals rally point - veteran pottery class
- Location: Veterans Rally Point at 24 Stott Avenue, Norwich, CT
- Program Details: Features an active, dedicated makerspace studio complete with a pottery/ceramics area, woodworking, and sewing.
- Cost: Free of charge for veteran and service member members.
- Contact: Reach out at 860-859-4148 to verify current days and hours
Clay Art Center (Port Chester, NY – near the CT border)
- Location: 40 Beech Street, Port Chester, NY
- Program Details: Offers "G.I. Throw" and specialized veteran clay classes through grant support (including Creative Forces: NEA Military Healing Arts Network) to help veterans build community through hand-building and wheel-throwing.
- Cost: Free weekly classes and periodic one-time workshops for veterans and their families.
- You can check current class schedule below or email
mail@clayartcenter.org