ABOUT SUMMIT ARTSPACE
Summit Artspace is a non-profit arts organization that provides studio, exhibit and programming spaces in Summit County and the surrounding area for local artists and arts organizations; and is a center for art education open to all residents. Contact Summit Artspace at 330-376-8480. On the Web at www.summitartspace.org. Find us on: Facebook, Twitter at @AkronAreaArts, Instagram and Snapchat.
Free parking behind the building at East Market.
Handicap accessible both sites.
Elevator available both sites.
Akron, OHIO (May 17, 2021) — Since 2002, the Arts Alive Awards have recognized gifted artists, talented arts educators, and change-making advocates who bring art to life and help shape our community’s culture. As we strive to recover and reconnect in 2021, it’s clear that we need artists more than ever, and they need our support like never before. Summit Artspace … Continue reading Summit Artspace Hosts 2021 Arts Alive Awards, Honors Artists and Arts Supporters in Akron
Nominations Now Open; Call for Artists Akron, OHIO — Summit Artspace, a nonprofit community art center and home to artist studios and galleries, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new employees, Natalie Grieshammer and Grace Carter. Grieshammer, with her extensive experience as an arts administrator, was selected for the position of Director of … Continue reading TWO FRESH FACES JOIN THE SUMMIT ARTSPACE TEAM
Akron, OHIO – Summit Artspace has launched its Spring 2021 Season with three group exhibitions at 140 E Market Street, running through June 26. Visitors may view exhibitions during Summit Artspace’s public hours on Saturdays from 11 am to 5 pm. Visitors may also view exhibitions online at www.summitartspace.org or schedule a private tour of the galleries … Continue reading SPRING EXHIBITIONS BLOOM AT SUMMIT ARTSPACE NEW EXHIBITIONS FEATURING LOCAL ARTISTS
Nominations Now Open; Call for Artists AKRON, Ohio (March 29, 2021) – Summit Artspace invites the public to attend its annual Arts Alive Awards and Auction on Thurs., June 17 at 7 p.m. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the awards ceremony and auction will be presented virtually. Nominations are now open and the deadline … Continue reading SUMMIT ARTSPACE ANNUAL ARTS ALIVE AWARDS AND AUCTION GOES VIRTUAL
AKRON, OHIO (Feb. 3, 2021) – The Summit Artspace’s board of directors has announced that it will cease occupation and programming at its Barberton location, Summit Artspace on Tusc, at the beginning of April. Summit Artspace’s headquarters in downtown Akron remains open with regular programming. The organization will provide support and studio options to the … Continue reading SUMMIT ARTSPACE PLANS TRANSITION OF OPERATIONS IN BARBERTON
As part of the Responsible RestartOhio Plan, Summit Artspace is pleased to provide limited hours for public viewing of our exhibitions on Saturdays from 12-4pm. In order to maintain the safety of visitors, staff and our communities, we will strictly adhere to the following state recommended guidelines: Gallery access will be limited to Saturdays from … Continue reading Resuming Public Hours
Akron, OHIO – Summit Artspace launches its Winter 2021 Season with the virtual opening of five exhibitions in all five galleries at 140 E Market Street on January 15. While the building is closed to the public, visitors may view exhibits online at summitartspace.org or schedule a private tour of the galleries by emailing info@summitartspace.org. Summit Artspace will open to the public for limited Saturday hours from 12-4 pm beginning February 6, 2021. Safety protocols are in accordance with Summit County, State of … Continue reading A FRESH START TO 2021 AT SUMMIT ARTSPACE FIVE NEW EXHIBITS FEATURE LOCAL ARTISTS
AKRON, OHIO (Jan. 4, 2021) – Summit Artspace, a nonprofit community art center and home to artist studios and galleries, is pleased to announce the appointment of a new executive director, Heather Meeker. Meeker will begin in her new role on January 4 and replaces Megann Eberhart, who served as interim executive director during the … Continue reading SUMMIT ARTSPACE COMPLETES SEARCH FOR NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Click here to see the virtual Kaleidoscope Exhibit. As 2020 draws to a close, the 18th Annual Kaleidoscope Juried Art Exhibition will be a joyous celebration of vibrant, local art that can be seen online at Summit Artspace from Nov. 20 to Dec. 19. See the link above. In-person visits to the Summit Artspace … Continue reading Virtual 18th Annual Kaleidoscope AVA Juried Exhibit, Nov. 20-Dec. 19
Market on Market: Holiday Edition is now a virtual event sponsored by Summit Artspace on its social media. The holiday artisanal market showcases local artists and their handmade work. In-person visits to Summit Artspace have been paused through the end of 2020 due to the increase in COVID-19 cases. DATES on Saturdays, 12-5 p.m.: December … Continue reading Virtual Market on Market: Holiday Edition brings on the cheer!