Art Changes Lives.
We're dedicated to making a positive impact through art in the lives of people in our community.
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The Preble County Art Association was founded with a clear goal: using the power of art to uplift and connect our community. We believe that everyone deserves creative expression, and that through unique programs and opportunities, people of all ages and backgrounds can thrive.
Our impact in numbers
7,000+
Community members directly served each year
51
Local artists supported through teaching, exhibits, and our artist sales gallery each year
Countless
Smiles, breakthroughs, and lives touched by the arts
What We Offer
Creative opportunities for all ages and skill levels!
Adult Classes
From pottery to painting, we offer hands-on classes designed for beginners to experienced artists.
After-School Programs
Free after-school programs providing creative outlets and support for at-risk youth and teens in our community.
Artist Support
Opportunities for local artists to teach, exhibit, and sell their work, fostering a thriving creative economy.
Birthday Parties
Host a fun and unique birthday celebration at Preble Arts filled with fun projects, including pottery painting, clay, and canvas.
Venue Rentals
Rent our space for meetings, weddings, baby showers, graduation parties, or whatever else you may need a beautiful space for.
Paint-Your-Own-Pottery
Choose a pottery piece and paint it yourself for a relaxing and creative experience in Preble County's only paint-your-own-pottery studio.
Testimonials
This place is full of the most random but fun surprises. I'm very excited to do this all again next year!
Tristah, RISE Student
Preble Arts is the BEST! Here I found friends and I hope to come back next year.
Kylee, RISE Student
My Neighbor's House is a mental health and recovery drop-in center. We chose to start going to Preble Arts in October of 2023. The clients and staff are encouraged and guided to think outside of the box and create art that we normally wouldn't get to do. The clients love going to Preble Arts. They feel safe to be creative and are always excited to go back. Clients claim it is a fun way to destress and unwind, helping build character and motor skills.
Morgan Stone, My Neighbor's House
Art in its broadest sense engages and inspires all our senses: sight, smell, hearing, taste, and touch. Today's Preble Arts enables us to experience all five in one spectacular place. Its expansion of opportunities in each area is unique in our community and earns our support and participation. Whether it is turning the wheel to create a piece of pottery, selecting a brush for a new watercolor, practicing a violin or other musical instrument, tasting a special treat at the latest luncheon, or viewing the artwork of a local artist's latest exhibit, Preble Arts has all these and so much more. So, engage your senses, and visit Preble Arts as often as possible!
Jean Bussell
Join our volunteer community
Join our vibrant community of volunteers at Preble Arts and help bring creativity to life in our community. Whether you're assisting with classes, supporting events, or helping behind the scenes, your time makes a real impact. There are many ways to get involved, and each role helps us make art accessible to Preble County and the surrounding areas.
Change a Life
With as little as $5/month, you can help someone discover the healing power of art. Your donation supports free programs for youth, creative outlets for teens, accessible classes for adults, and meaningful opportunities for local artists. Every dollar fuels inspiration, connection, and change.
Support a program
When you support a program, you support dozens of individuals who rely on creative outlets for growth and a higher quality of life. Your donation helps us keep our programs low-cost, provide art supplies, and ensure a safe, inspiring space for everyone who walks through our doors.
