Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center
Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center
222 E Drake Ave
Welcome to the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (JDCAC)! Your cultural community resource for creativity and education in the visual and performing arts.
VISIT THIS LINK TO REGISTER FOR THE 2025 SUMMERNIGHT DOWNTOWN ART WALK.
Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center Renovation and Expansion
The JDCAC reopened in March 2024 following renovations and an addition after a significant expansion project, creating more space for programming and the relocation of the Parks and Recreation's Ceramics Studio. Read all about it in the March issue of Open Line. Sign up for one of our many arts programs or attend an upcoming event to see the new space!
Who We Are
The JDCAC offers the Auburn community opportunities to experience visual and performing arts, entertain innovative ideas, develop new talent and experience culture. There are classes and workshops, art exhibitions, theatre performances, art education programs and special events that bring our community together. The facility offers a new ceramics studio, dance studio, art gallery, and community gallery along with newly renovated art studios, a black box performance room and a multipurpose conference room. The JDCAC is also available for rent. The JDCAC has developed a strong culture of collaboration, partnering with local organizations. Our main partners are the Auburn Arts Association, the Auburn Area Community Theatre, and the Auburn Community Orchestra.
Our Mission
To inspire and enrich our community by offering exceptional classes, performances, visual arts exhibitions and special events. The JDCAC meets its mission by presenting programs in visual, educational, and performing arts in the Auburn area.
Become an Instructor
Share your passion with the community by becoming a contract instructor!
Explore to find out more
- Auburn Arts Association - Art Gallery
- Auburn Area Community Theatre
- Auburn Community Orchestra
- Cultural Arts Programs
- Ceramics Studio
- Special Interests
- Summer Camps
JDCAC Annual Events
- Auburn CityFest
- SummerNight Downtown Art Walk
- Ho Ho Ho Hike and Holiday Celebration
- Holiday Art Sale
- Auburn-Opelika Empty Bowls
- Day In Clay
Cultural Calendar
Auburn Arts Association The May Invitational Exhibition: Color in the Garden is being held currently from May 14 - June 21. The Exhibition reception will be held Thursday May 22, from 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Auburn Area Community Theatre | For more info., visit auburnact.org.
19th Annual SummerNight Downtown Art Walk | Friday, June 6 from 6 - 10 p.m. | Downtown Auburn Entertainment District Event | FREE and open to the public! | VISIT THIS LINK to register for SummerNight! ART VENDOR SPACES ARE FULL!
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