25th Anniversary

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Connecting Art + Community

Heights Arts is celebrating 25 years of providing experiences for and access to emerging and professional literary, music, and visual artists in Northeast Ohio.

At the crossroads of music and visual art, creative boundaries dissolve. You might witness collaborations between a jazz quartet and a local painter, or hear spoken word poetry accompanied by ambient soundscapes.

Engage. Explore. Learn. Be Inspired.

Over the years, Heights Arts has become a cornerstone in our community, serving as a showcase for our talented citizens. Every day, we enhance what it means to live in our community by honoring emerging and professional artists through bold exhibitions, beautiful musical concerts, an inspiring gallery and storefront, and thoughtful encounters with poetry.

Heights Arts Is for Everyone

You don’t have to be an art enthusiast to explore our programs, events, and gallery exhibitions. We believe that all people — regardless of age, race, gender, socioeconomic status, background, or familiarity with creative arts — have the opportunity to showcase, get access to, and experience all forms of arts.

Orange circle with text that reads "Over 1.3 million to visual artists, musicians and poets
Blue circle with text that reads "400 plus visual artists exhibited"
Magenta Circle with text that reads "50 plus music performances"
Blue circle with text that reads "90 plus art exhibitions"
Red circle with text that reads "50 plus workshops and classes"
Green circle with text that reads "10 plus public art projects"

Get Involved

Here are a few ways to experience the Heights Arts community.

  • Visit our gallery store and browse through greeting cards, jewelry, pictures, pottery, and more.
  • Apply to our open call for musicians and visual artists.
  • View our current exhibition anytime or attend an exhibition opening event.
  • Attend an evening of inspiring poetry readings.
  • Meet new people at ARTbar, which combines music, cocktails, and art in a vibrant atmosphere.

Home to the Arts

Sparked by a city-wide visioning process in 2000 and the passion of Cleveland Heights residents, Heights Arts was established as the community center for creative arts. Over the years, we have grown into a regional presence — celebrating diversity, supporting emerging and established artists, and building an inclusive arts community. 

Art uses all of our senses. Take a moment to notice public art, hear the sounds of music, be calmed by poetry readings, or feel the vast types of materials used in visual arts.

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Upcoming Events

Opening Reception: Emergent and Spotlight: Olatunbosun Akinyelure
Exhibition Event

Opening Reception: Emergent and Spotlight: Olatunbosun Akinyelure

Friday 8/21/26
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Emergent showcases new and upcoming artists who have been inspired by the Cleveland art community with Akinyelure in the Spotlight Gallery. Emergent shines a light on new and upcoming artists who have been inspired by the Cleveland art community or have recently graduated from area colleges and universities. First presented in 2015, Emergent celebrates the strength of the northeast Ohio region as a training ground for the great artists of tomorrow. Artists include Romy Anderson, Scout Bach, Ryan Cermak, Layla Davis-Branner, Emma Gatzulis, Annie O’Brien, Gabs Rataiczak, and Jazzee Rozier. Spotlight: Olatunbosun Akinyelure Akinyelure is a self-taught Nigerian artist creates textured acrylic portrait paintings with a palette knife. Join us to view the exhibited pieces, meet the artists, and be part of what promises to be a vibrant, well-attended celebration of contemporary art. Both exhibitions run through October 18th. Full Press Release Accessibility: The building is wheelchair accessible. A ramp is available from the parking garage, accessible parking spaces are located nearby, and an accessible drop-off zone is available on Lee Road directly in front of the building. Services Available: Visual Descriptions, Plain Language Materials, and Braille Materials available. If you have specific accessibility needs or accommodation requests, please speak with a staff member or contact us in advance. 216-371-2457 heightsarts@heightsarts.org. Is access to childcare or elder care a barrier to your participation in this event? Heights Arts Arts Access fund can help! Visit the link for more information: https://www.heightsarts.org/arts-access-fund/  
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Ekphrastacy: Artists Talk + Poets Respond
Literary

Ekphrastacy: Artists Talk + Poets Respond

Thursday 9/24/26
7:00pm
Ekphrastacy: Emergent & Spotlight: Olatunbosun Akinyelure Join Heights Poet Laureate, Michelle R. Smith, along with guest poets Eddie Macak, Quinn McGuire, and Abigail Raley for an evening of poetry inspired by Heights Arts Fall exhibitions Emergent and Spotlight Artist Olatunbosun. Additionally, the exhibiting artists will also share insights into their work. This popular event fills up quick so please arrive early to guarantee a seat!  
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Visit our Store

When you walk into our gallery store, there is always an element of surprise. From paintings to note cards, and sculpture to jewelry, you can find the perfect gift for a friend or yourself. We provide an cost-effective means for the art community to sell their creative products while introducing our customers to a wide variety of Northeast Ohio’s talent.

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