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Heights Arts

Community Engagement in the Arts

Give back when you buy gifts this Holiday season! The Heights Arts Holiday Store offers art and craft gifts from over a hundred local artists, with something for everyone – and every kind of celebration. Each unique gift you give will delight the recipient, and supports our creative community. For more details and a full list of artists, CLICK HERE.

Music

Free community concerts, ARTbar gallery performers, chamber music in unique intimate settings and more.

Literary

Live poetry events and special programs hosted by Cleveland Heights' own Poet Laureate give the local arts a voice.

Visual Arts

Quarterly group and solo exhibitions inspire, represent and support our rich arts community..

Upcoming Events

Music
Close Encounters Concert 1 | Brahms and Schumann featuring Yaron Kohlberg

Sunday 12/10/23

Close Encounters Concert 1 | Brahms and Schumann featuring Yaron Kohlberg

Close Encounters is Heights Arts’ signature Sunday afternoon chamber music series performed by members of the Cleveland Orchestra and other elite performers. Curated by Cleveland Orchestra cellist Dane Johansen, these performances are held in unique venues and local residences, where the audience hears the music as it was meant to be heard – up close and personal. Click here for more information, and to purchase tickets. 
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Open Christmas Eve

Sunday 12/24/23

Open Christmas Eve

We're here to help with last-minute gifts that count. You can always count on Heights Arts to bring creativity from our community into your home.
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ARTbar – Hot Club of Cleveland

Thursday 1/18/24

ARTbar – Hot Club of Cleveland

ARTbar creates an atmosphere like no other by mixing curated cocktails, music, art, and poetry in Heights Arts’ beautiful gallery on Lee Road. The space is transformed into a cocktail lounge setting where audience members gather to experience intimate performances in tandem with current exhibitions. Click here for more information, and to RSVP.
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Close Encounters Concert 2 Open Rehearsal

Monday 2/12/24

Close Encounters Concert 2 Open Rehearsal

This year, Heights Arts presents a new and rare opportunity for students and adults to glimpse the process of preparing a Close Encounters performance prior to several of the concerts. This one-of-a-kind experience is not only educational but provides a deeper understanding of how a performance is put together by some of the world’s best musicians. The public can experience open rehearsals with a pay-what-you-can model to remain accessible to all. Click here for more information, and to RSVP.
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Close Encounters Concert 2 | Mozart and Mendelssohn: String Quintets

Sunday 2/18/24

Close Encounters Concert 2 | Mozart and Mendelssohn: String Quintets

Close Encounters is Heights Arts’ signature Sunday afternoon chamber music series performed by members of the Cleveland Orchestra and other elite performers. Curated by Cleveland Orchestra cellist Dane Johansen, these performances are held in unique venues and local residences, where the audience hears the music as it was meant to be heard – up close and personal. Click here for more information, and to purchase tickets. 
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Gallery Concert – Yu Shung Duo

Thursday 2/29/24

Gallery Concert – Yu Shung Duo

Heights Arts’ free Gallery concerts provide paid opportunities for local musicians of diverse backgrounds and musical genres to perform in a unique, gallery setting. These concerts are open to the public with a pay-what-you-can model to ensure accessibility for any who want to attend. Click here for more information, and to RSVP.
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Close Encounters Concert 3 Open Rehearsal

Wednesday 3/20/24

Close Encounters Concert 3 Open Rehearsal

This year, Heights Arts presents a new and rare opportunity for students and adults to glimpse the process of preparing a Close Encounters performance prior to several of the concerts. This one-of-a-kind experience is not only educational but provides a deeper understanding of how a performance is put together by some of the world’s best musicians. The public can experience open rehearsals with a pay-what-you-can model to remain accessible to all. Click here for more information, and to RSVP.
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Close Encounters Concert 3 | Strings and Winds: Strauss, Clarke and Prokofiev

Sunday 3/24/24

Close Encounters Concert 3 | Strings and Winds: Strauss, Clarke and Prokofiev

Close Encounters is Heights Arts’ signature Sunday afternoon chamber music series performed by members of the Cleveland Orchestra and other elite performers. Curated by Cleveland Orchestra cellist Dane Johansen, these performances are held in unique venues and local residences, where the audience hears the music as it was meant to be heard – up close and personal. Click here for more information, and to purchase tickets. 
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Close Encounters Concert 4 Open Rehearsal

Monday 4/8/24

Close Encounters Concert 4 Open Rehearsal

This year, Heights Arts presents a new and rare opportunity for students and adults to glimpse the process of preparing a Close Encounters performance prior to several of the concerts. This one-of-a-kind experience is not only educational but provides a deeper understanding of how a performance is put together by some of the world’s best musicians. The public can experience open rehearsals with a pay-what-you-can model to remain accessible to all. Click here for more information, and to RSVP.
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Close Encounters Concert 4 |Brahms, Beach and Schoenfield: Piano Trios

Sunday 4/14/24

Close Encounters Concert 4 |Brahms, Beach and Schoenfield: Piano Trios

Close Encounters is Heights Arts’ signature Sunday afternoon chamber music series performed by members of the Cleveland Orchestra and other elite performers. Curated by Cleveland Orchestra cellist Dane Johansen, these performances are held in unique venues and local residences, where the audience hears the music as it was meant to be heard – up close and personal. Click here for more information, and to purchase tickets. 
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ARTbar – Jamey Haddad Trio

Thursday 5/2/24

ARTbar – Jamey Haddad Trio

ARTbar creates an atmosphere like no other by mixing curated cocktails, music, art, and poetry in Heights Arts’ beautiful gallery on Lee Road. The space is transformed into a cocktail lounge setting where audience members gather to experience intimate performances in tandem with current exhibitions. Click here for more information, and to RSVP.
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Close Encounters Concert 5 | The Omni Quartet and Frank Rosenwein play Milhaud and Debussy

Sunday 6/2/24

Close Encounters Concert 5 | The Omni Quartet and Frank Rosenwein play Milhaud and Debussy

Close Encounters is Heights Arts’ signature Sunday afternoon chamber music series performed by members of the Cleveland Orchestra and other elite performers. Curated by Cleveland Orchestra cellist Dane Johansen, these performances are held in unique venues and local residences, where the audience hears the music as it was meant to be heard – up close and personal. Click here for more information, and to purchase tickets. 
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ARTbar – Dan Bruce Trio

Thursday 7/25/24

ARTbar – Dan Bruce Trio

ARTbar creates an atmosphere like no other by mixing curated cocktails, music, art, and poetry in Heights Arts’ beautiful gallery on Lee Road. The space is transformed into a cocktail lounge setting where audience members gather to experience intimate performances in tandem with current exhibitions. Click here for more information, and to RSVP.
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Gallery Concert – Eric Everett Jazz: Elation!

Thursday 8/8/24

Gallery Concert – Eric Everett Jazz: Elation!

Heights Arts’ free Gallery concerts provide paid opportunities for local musicians of diverse backgrounds and musical genres to perform in a unique, gallery setting. These concerts are open to the public with a pay-what-you-can model to ensure accessibility for any who want to attend. Click here for more information, and to RSVP.
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In The Gallery

Current Exhibitions

Nov 3 - Dec 30, 2023

Heights Arts 22nd Annual Holiday Store
May 16 - Jun 9, 2024

Unintentional Beauty
Mar 15 - May 12, 2024

Irrational Objects
Jan 12 - Mar 10, 2024

PRISMATIC
Nov 8 - Jan 13, 2024

Sophie La Gourmande Offsite Exhibition
Jan 12 - Mar 10, 2024

Spotlight: Amelia C. Joynes

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Supporting Community through the Arts since 2000

 

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Latest News

Artist of Month
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October Musical Artist of the Month – Larry Smiley
Blog
14 Sep

October Literary Artist of the Month – Milenko Budimir
Artist of Month
14 Sep

October Maker of the Month – Dylan Eddy
Blog
30 Oct

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Programs and Community

Random Acts of Art

RAAL featured concerts at private homes and in partnership with community organizations, providing meaningful work for musicians in performances throughout the Cleveland area.

community outreach

With the goal of engaging and enriching local residents and organizations, Heights Arts provides programming that reaches out to connect local community with local creativity.

Heights Writes

The Heights Writes Community Team engages the local literary community to provide expertise that generates literary programs which are relevant and reflect our community.
Heights public arts youth center installation

Public Art

Heights Arts activates local spaces by collaborating with local artists and organizations in placemaking projects that beautify neighborhoods and celebrate shared identity.

Recent Experiences

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Happy Hannukkah from Heights Arts! Searching for a Happy Hannukkah from Heights Arts! Searching for a Hannukkah card or gift? Local artists like Jess Bennett, Lucy Bailey, and Pamela Argentieri have created some beautiful options for you! Learn more about this year’s artists at the link in our bio! @letterpressjess @lucybaileyart @pamelaargentieri
We're proud to be based out of Cleveland Heights a We're proud to be based out of Cleveland Heights and have the gifts to prove it! Today’s featured artists are Les Délices, Ray McNiece, and Scott Kraynak. Learn more about this year’s artists at the link in our bio! @lesdelicesmusic @kraynackscott
Recently, at Traveling Ekphrastacy: Heights Poet Recently, at Traveling Ekphrastacy: Heights Poet Laureate Siaara Freeman joined local poets Calil Cage (Just C.O.S.), Michelle R. Smith, and Jeremy Jusek in responding to the 52nd Annual Juried Art Exhibition at Valley Art Center. Siaara tried on previous Heights Arts Spotlight artist Paula Damm's paper-made coat (a tribute to banned and challenged books), which fit perfectly! Be sure to see the exhibition for yourself this month before it closes on December 13.
Gift swap giving you worries? Have no fear: Height Gift swap giving you worries? Have no fear: Heights Arts is here to make your present the envy of the office. Today’s featured artists are Ambiente, Bahareh Ghasemi, Bill Newby, Grace Nestor-Louie, Russian Duo, and Renee Sentilles. Learn more about this year’s artists at the link in our bio! @spring.art.studio @gracenestorlouie @reneesentilles
Have an Office Holiday Party on the calendar? Why Have an Office Holiday Party on the calendar? Why not impress your co-workers with something from a local artist? Today’s featured artists are Shannon Timura, Jamie Richey, Al Fuchs, and Thomas Hanger. Learn more about this year’s artists at the link in our bio! @jamer_photo @alxuchsphoto @shannonmariemakes
Traveling Ekphrastacy TONIGHT! December 1 at 6:00 Traveling Ekphrastacy TONIGHT! December 1 at 6:00 p.m. Join Heights Poet Laureate Siaara Freeman, Calil (JUST C.O.S) Cage, Michelle R. Smith, and Jeremy Jusek at Valley Art Center (Located at 155 Bell St, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022), where they will respond to works displayed in the 52nd Annual Juried Art Exhibition. Learn more at the link in our bio!
Thoughtful gifts mean a lot, and not just for adul Thoughtful gifts mean a lot, and not just for adults! Kids will appreciate our unique art and stocking stuffers. Today’s featured artists are Bedel Tiscareno, Jamey Christoph, and Jill Wieder. Learn more about this year’s artists at the link in our bio! @heretictoyco @purlygirljill
The Heights Arts Holiday Store is closing early to The Heights Arts Holiday Store is closing early today (November 29)!
Close Encounters Concert 1 – Brahms and Schumann Close Encounters Concert 1 – Brahms and Schumann featuring Yaron Kohlberg When: Sun, Dec 10, 2023 at 3:00 PM Where: Shaker Heights Villa (address provided after tickets are purchased) Close Encounters is Heights Arts’ signature Sunday afternoon chamber music series performed by members of the Cleveland Orchestra and other elite performers. Curated by Cleveland Orchestra cellist Dane Johansen, these performances are held in unique venues and local residences, where the audience hears the music as it was meant to be heard – up close and personal. Our first Close Encounters concert features several Cleveland Orchestra musicians and Piano Cleveland president Yaron Kohlberg. It's sure to be an unforgettable experience -- so secure your tickets now! For more information or purchase tickets, click the link in our bio! Pricing: General $60 | Member $51 Season Tickets are available until Dec. 10.
The teacher in your life deserves a little extra t The teacher in your life deserves a little extra this season. Gift them something special from the Heights Arts Holiday Store with a book, a print for their wall, some fun classroom decor, or paper art. Today’s featured artists are Robert Brown, Jeneen Hobby, Karen Koykka O'Neal, and Nancy Luken. Learn more about this year’s artists at the link in our bio! @nancyluken
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HOLIDAY HOURS for Nov. 3 - Dec. 30

Monday 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Tuesday 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Thursday 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Friday 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Saturday 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sunday 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Christmas Eve 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Christmas CLOSED

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