CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Bring the family, walk the bay front, and visit your local Art Center to participate in “Family Art Time.”  This free, ongoing series of art activities geared towards families will take place each Saturday at the Art Center of Corpus Christi from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., starting April 2nd.  “Family Art Time” is graciously sponsored by the Coastal Bend Community Foundation, as part of their 30th Anniversary Celebration.

Art projects will be creative, hands on, and of a take home nature that all family members can enjoy.  Art Center instructors will facilitate activities, which will change weekly and provide a variety of art experiences in painting, drawing, clay and crafts such as basketry, beading, print making, collage and more. Special projects will incorporate various cultures and traditions, based around holidays and seasons of the year.

Projects will be structured so participants can come and go throughout the day and participate in other Art Center activities.  These include regular classes, viewing exhibitions of local artwork, purchasing handcrafted goods at the 2nd Saturday Art Market, and dining at Desiree’s by the Bay.  

“Family Art Time” fulfills the Art Center’s mission to be a central “hub” of creative expression, bringing the arts to all segments of the community. 

WHO: Families, art enthusiasts and all members of the community
WHAT: “Family Art Time,” free art activities geared towards families
WHEN: Ongoing, every Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. starting April 2nd 
WHERE: The Art Center of Corpus Christi at 100 Shoreline Boulevard 
PHOTO OPPS: Saturday, April 2nd.  9:30 a.m. set up, program runs until 2 p.m.

About the Art Center of Corpus Christi The Art Center of Corpus Christi (www.artcentercc.org 361-884-6406) was founded as a community art center and 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization in 1972. “The Center” provides an environment for creative expression with educational programs and exhibition of the arts. Its facilities include nine art organizations, five gallery spaces, and studio space for art classes. The Art Center is located at 100 Shoreline Boulevard on Corpus Christi’s historic bay front. Its facilities are available for weddings, receptions, and special events. The Art Center has free admission and is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM.