Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center Programs
Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, 2410 Wickham Ave, Newport News, VA 23607
About
Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center Programs includes the Youth Beginner Machine Sewing Workshop, the Visual Arts Open Studio, and Beginner Machine Sewing. The Youth Beginner Machine Sewing Workshop is for ages 7-15 and meets October 26 and 27 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM, with registration due by October 24. Visual Arts Open Studio meets Saturdays from October 17 to December 19, and Beginner Machine Sewing meets October 5-19 and/or November 2-16.
Programs
- Youth Beginner Machine Sewing Workshop — 7-15 · October 26 & 27, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM · Register by October 24
- Visual Arts Open Studio — Saturdays, October 17 - December 19
- Beginner Machine Sewing — October 5 - October 19 and/or November 2 - November 16
At a glance
- Ages: 7–18 years old
- General schedule: Classes, workshops and instructional sessions; fall 2026 programs are listed.
- Facility hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Sat 10:00 am - 4:00 pm; Sun Closed
About the provider
The mission of the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is to provide high quality cultural arts activities, encourage innovation and partnerships among community and regional organizations, inspire arts and life skills education, provide opportunities for performing and visual arts presentations, foster creative and diverse programming, be fiscally responsible, and provide a venue that cherishes the City’s youth and is inviting to all.
Last updated October 28, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.