Last week marked an exciting milestone for Wayne Center for the Arts: the official groundbreaking of our long-envisioned Arts Park and FabLab! On September 30, staff, community leaders, and longtime supporters gathered on the WCA campus to celebrate the start of a project that will bring creativity, innovation, and community connection to downtown Wooster. The […]
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A Common Thread: Honoring Sue Cavanaugh’s Legacy Through Collaborative Art
Wayne Center for the Arts is honored to host A Common Thread, a deeply meaningful traveling exhibit celebrating the life and work of the late Ohio fiber artist Sue Cavanaugh. Now on view through August 7, 2025, this invitational show brings together over 45 artists who were influenced by Sue’s work, admired her creativity, or […]
Wayne Center for the Arts Dancers Shine at Mid-Atlantic Dance Initiative
On June 6, 7, and 8, seventeen talented dancers from Wayne Center for the Arts traveled to the Mid-Atlantic Dance Initiative (MADI), a three-day celebration of dance, learning, and connection in Charleston, WV. Ranging in age from 6 to 19, these dancers represented our community with grace, courage, and creativity as they performed solos, variations, […]
Increasing Access to the Arts: Breaking Barriers, Enriching Lives
At Wayne Center for the Arts (WCA), we believe creativity is for everyone. Art has the power to inspire, heal, and transform lives—and thanks to the generosity of donors and community partners, we’re working tirelessly to remove barriers and ensure art is accessible to all. Through our Creativity Fund, families in need receive financial aid […]
Preserving Tradition Through Innovation
Adam McVicker and Cary Hulin’s Journey in the Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program A rich cultural exchange is unfolding in Wooster, thanks to the Ohio Arts Council’s Traditional Arts Apprenticeship (TAA) program, which supports the preservation and passing down of folk and traditional art forms. The program pairs accomplished mentor artists with dedicated apprentices, ensuring the […]
Healing Power of Art
Thanks to a fantastic partnership between Wayne Center for the Arts (WCA), Tri-County Educational Service Center (ESC), and Wooster City Schools, young artists in grades K-12 have a unique opportunity to see their artwork showcased in the Outpatient Pavilion at Wooster Community Hospital (WCH). This inspiring collaboration not only brightens the hospital’s walls but also […]
Dance Classes in Orrville
Wayne Center for the Arts (WCA) is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the YMCA in Orrville, bringing three exciting dance classes to the local community at 1801 Smucker Rd, Orrville, OH 44667. These classes will cater to a range of ages, from young children to seniors, providing an opportunity for everyone to experience […]
Discover Butterfly Alley: Wooster’s New Art Oasis
Beautiful, colorful, creatures have alighted in the heart of Downtown Wooster, courtesy of Main Street Wooster (MSW) and the Wayne Center for the Arts (WCA). Located in the alley between Spoon Market and Deli and Local Roots Market and Cafe, Butterfly Alley is set to transform this space into a hub of creativity and community […]
Community Arts Program Enhances Early Childhood Education in Wayne and Medina Counties
Community Action Wayne/Medina Head Start (CAWM) and the Wayne Center for the Arts (WCA) celebrate the completion of their collaborative arts outreach program, supported by a grant from the PNC Foundation through PNC Grow Up Great. Over the course of the program, 340 Head Start students from Wayne and Medina Counties benefited from 204 art […]
A Gathering of Potters: Functional Ceramics Workshop at Wayne Center for the Arts
In the month of March, the Looney Workshop at Wayne Center for the Arts (WCA) was filled with beautiful ceramic works from some of the best artists across the country. The occasion? The Functional Ceramics Exhibit which led up to the Functional Ceramics Workshop which was held here at WCA on April 19 & 20. […]