Born during the pandemic, Eastern Iowa Arts Academy’s Community Art Huts began as a way to keep art supplies in the hands of children when gathering in person wasn’t possible. Thanks to a grant from the Iowa Arts Council, we were able to produce 12 huts and fill them for local children. Today, we have doubled the presence of these colorful neighborhood huts and they continue to make creativity accessible to children and families throughout Cedar Rapids.
Filled with free art supplies and project ideas, the huts are replenished every other week, inviting families to explore, create, and express themselves without cost being a barrier. With support from Variety - the Children’s Charity, the huts are stocked and creativity is always within reach. What began as a response to isolation has become a lasting way to connect our community through art. #varietyiowa #iowaartscouncil
Additional funding for art supplies made possible by
Variety - The Children's Charity.
Art Hut Locations in the Cedar Rapids Metro Area:
Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
Cleveland Elementary School
Hoover Community School
Harrison Elementary School
Four Oaks Family and Children's Services
Grant Wood Elementary School
Harambee House
Catherine McAuley Center
Four Oaks: Jane Boyd Community House
All Saints Catholic School
Hiawatha Public Library
Hiawatha Elementary School
Wright Elementary School
The Arc of East Central Iowa
West Willow Elementary School
Trailside Elementary School
Cedar Rapids Public Library
Boys and Girls Club: Busse Unit
We need your help!
Join #TeamArtHut! We need volunteers to paint one of the many Art Huts being assembled. Or maybe stop by and help assemble the art bags to put in the Huts. Or zoom around town and deliver art supplies to the Huts. Start by filling out a Volunteer Form!
Volunteer and Join #TeamArtHut
