Backstage Pass

Come Together

Open Studio is now FREE! Thanks to Giacoletto Foundation for sponsoring Open Studio for an entire year! Kids 4 - 18: join us every Saturday morning from 10am - noon! More Info...

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Virtual Classroom

Join in the fun and creativity from your own house! Get started today with lessons from local artists. A teacher teaches a class

A teacher teaches a class

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Classes in Your School

Do something fun and creative after school at your school. See what we have to offer! A collection of paint bottles

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Adult Classes

Adult classes and workshops offer opportunities to learn new skills. Explore our class today! A colorful image of a keyboard

A colorful image of a keyboard

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Music & Arts Studios

Creative and innovative classes for students of all ages at our location. Learn more!

Eastern Iowa Arts Academy

Explore, Excite, Excel

The Eastern Iowa Arts Academy is a nonprofit after school arts organization created for
K – 12th grade students in the Greater Cedar Rapids metro area. EIAA offers classes in art, music, drama, dance, cultural arts and creative writing.

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From the Blog

News & Updates from EIAA

"I don’t need it to be perfect...mistakes are ok."

"I don’t need it to be perfect...mistakes are ok."

Guitar legend, Brook Hoover, shares how music has changed lives, welcomed friendships, and impacted the well-being of his students.

A Lasting Impression

A Lasting Impression

Megan shares her experiences as a former art intern at EIAA and how it has played a part in her life journey.

You're an Artist!

You're an Artist!

Have you always wanted to become an artist? Today's your lucky day...

Our Partners

Thanks to Those Who Support Us!

Charlie and Kathy Litow

Tom and Patrice Carroll

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Greg Epping and Connie Kokontis

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