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Located at 2020 Burnt Mills Road, The Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. It is closed Sun- days and during major holidays. Best of all, it is and always will be free to visit in order to be as accessible as possible to the sur- rounding community. Since 1970, The Center has been dedi- cated toward engaging the public through arts education. Its art classes include ceram- ics, painting, mixed media, and drawing for children and teens of any skill level. The Center used to be a schoolhouse, dating back to 1912, and the building is delight- fully boxy and aged. Its numerous art stu- dios are beautifully lit and calming just to stand inside, providing the perfect space to get creative. Not only do students learn the techniques to draw and paint, they en- gage with the principles of visual art and the styles and history behind the medium they are learning. Beginning September 2021, new pol- icies will be in effect. Before registering for a class/workshop please read them via this link https://ccabedminster.org/ create/policies/ Upcoming Exhibitions: October 1 – December 11, 2021 Chroma Terra - Curated by John Reinking The Center also hosts numerous free events throughout the year. People can even set up a birthday art party, where a guided art project is followed by cake and presents! “Hooray for May!” is always a popular and free annual event in which chil- dren and families make art projects at vari- ous stations and tour exhibitions. The Center is not just for children-- adults can sign up for art classes as well. Weekly studio art sessions allow artists to draw with- out instruction, and seasonal workshops have speci c topics. There are even adult birthday art parties for ages 21 and older where guests can paint or sculpt with a drink. Where The Center is truly special is through its numerous community outreach programs. The Center hosts fundraisers and art work- shops for speci c demographics: adult cancer patients, children with Autism Spectrum Dis- order, young people suffering from substance abuse or homelessness, and senior citizens at the Visiting Nurse Association of Somerset Hills Adult Day Center in Basking Ridge. The diverse and wide-reaching in uence of The Center is a testament to how art can be ther- apeutic, healing, and emotionally engaging. For both seasoned and budding artists, it is the perfect time to become a member and learn more about their exciting upcoming programs. Members enjoy numerous bene- ts depending on the amount donated, and are sorted for individuals, students, seniors, and families making a joint contribution. Dis- counted classes and workshops, discounts at area art supply stores and framers, and free studio time to draw and paint are just a few bene ts that new members can enjoy. Members even have the opportunity to en- ter original artwork to be displayed at one of The Center’s non-juried rotating exhibitions! Visiting The Center for Contemporary Art most importantly shares the diverse and beautiful array of local art and local artists with the wider community. With its warm, welcoming, and engaging atmosphere, The Center proves that both art and opportuni- ties to learn how to create it can exist right in our hometowns. Truly, everyone can ben- e t from a quality arts education. The Center also hosts numerous free events throughout the year. People can even set up a birthday art party, where a guided art project is followed by cake and presents! “Hooray for May!” is always a popular and free annual event in which children and families make art projects at various stations and tour exhibitions. Since 1970, The Center has been dedicated toward engaging the public through arts education. Its art classes include ceramics, painting, mixed media, and drawing for children and teens of any skill level. THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART IN BEDMINSTER, NJ PROVIDES QUALITY, LOCAL ARTS EDUCATION By Jaimie Yue