Provide support to local artists, amateurs, students and others to explore their capacity for self-expression and communication by offering them a facility, institutional support, funding, workshops, performance/exhibit opportunities and other artistic support. To provide artistic, educational, and other cultural experiences and programs that are accessible, participatory, and unique, enriching and positive for audiences in the North End of Middletown, Central Connecticut and beyond. To serve residents of the North End of Middletown by offering cultural, educational, and artistic programs, positive role models and by creating a community/cultural drop-in center. To serve students by offering real-world work experience through internships and work-study opportunities, performance opportunities, and space for scholastic presentations. To serve as an incubator of creativity and a launching pad for artistic careers. To stimulate and enhance the economy of Middletown. To increase tourism to Middletown. To create “real-world” working experiences and jobs for local residents and artists. To create an environment that is fully inclusive and accessible