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Pick Me - Guitar Giveaway

Aug 16, 2023

The "Pick Me" Program: Investing in our Youth Through Music
Part 2: The Surprising Advantages and Benefits of Arts Education for Children, Teens and Adults
The Surprising Advantages and Benefits of Arts Education for Children, Teens and Adults

Mar 13, 2023

Christopher Burgess shares his insight on the arts and its effect on the different stages of life.
And the Silver Award Goes To...

Aug 16, 2022

Anna received her Silver Award from Girl Scouts for bringing the arts to her community!
"I don’t need it to be perfect...mistakes are ok."

Jan 11, 2022

Guitar legend, Brook Hoover, shares how music has changed lives, welcomed friendships, and impacted the well-being of his students.
A Lasting Impression

Oct 18, 2021

Megan shares her experiences as a former art intern at EIAA and how it has played a part in her life journey.
You're an Artist!

Jul 1, 2021

Have you always wanted to become an artist? Today's your lucky day...
Art and Good Grades

Feb 9, 2021

Remember how many art projects you did in elementary school? You probably were always cutting or gluing or painting or coloring SOMETHING pretty much every day, right? Do you remember when art stopped being involved in everyday learning at school? Naomi shares her experience in elementary through high school, and how art, and the absence of it, played a huge role in her learning.
Jeni and Ethan

Jan 14, 2021

Jeni Head (EIAA Board of Directors) shares her experience with her son, Ethan—a drummer at EIAA—and the amazing opportunities he's been able to experience.
Harvesting the Arts 2020 - THANK YOU!

Dec 16, 2020

We wanted to send out a special thank you to everyone that donated to the 11th annual Harvesting the Arts. Your generosity helped us raise over $34,000 that will help students in the area stay connected to art and music through the Eastern Iowa Arts Academy!