Merriweather Arts and Culture Center
Our vision is to lead a thriving cultural ecosystem in Downtown Columbia where our local, regional, and global communities come together to celebrate the best of our cultures and experience the joy and wonder of the arts. Through a constellation of places and programs, Downtown Columbia is a place where art happens regularly, spontaneously, and inclusively. 
Naptown Jazz Kids
Naptown Jazz Kids (NJK) was founded in 2019 by artistic director Steve Fidyk to preserve the great American art form, jazz, for kids of all ages.   
Wheaton Arts Parade
What is Wheaton Arts Parade? WAP produces the annual Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival every September WAP is an art gallery that exhibits & sells art created by local artists WAP commissions public art & floats WAP conducts art workshops WAP supports the Wheaton Yarn Bomb WAP is an artists' network   Our Mission is to Bring the Wheaton community together with art, Showcase local artists, Celebrate Wheaton‘s diversity, and Help Wheaton realize its potential as an Arts & Entertainment District.
SHOP 53 ART GALLERY
Founded in 2016, this all female custom tattoo shop- houses an art gallery that showcases not only local artists but has a virtual gallery that has been highlighting artists from around the world.  Every few months the gallery changes with a new themed show to not only have a common thread between the artwork but also to give artists a small starting point to spark a new idea.  Located in the heart of downtown La Plata Md, The County Seat of Charles County and The first Bird City of Maryland. 
The Global Z Recording Project
Traditionally, The Global Z Recording Project brings together talented student musicians from culturally-diverse backgrounds to create cross-cultural friendships, promote acceptance of diverse others, explores cultural influences on musical genres, teaches participants a variety of music production and tech-related skills while creating original musical works. The primary outcome is a documentary-style music video posted on our public-facing YouTube channel, "From A To Global Z."
Art Works Now
Mindful of the relationship between creative education and the creative development of our community, Art Works Now remains committed to teaching art techniques, encouraging each student to “see” in their own way, and providing multiple opportunities to explore, express and demonstrate their vision. We offer a “blank canvas” for every student to develop their individual creativity. We provide the tools, techniques, and a great studio space, along with instruction that encourages creative exploration, and peers for encouragement and collaboration.
The Arts Project Inc.
The Arts Project Inc. diligently encourages Baltimore City’s youth to harness their creative abilities while impacting the world by exposing and granting access to arts-integrated curricula, events, mentorship, and cultural trips.
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