Help Us Keep Creativity Thriving

Arts on the Block is facing immense financial challenges and we are concerned about being able to continue to provide the safe space we have offered young creatives over the past 20 years. Without immediate community support, we will need to dramatically restructure—reducing program sessions, limiting the number of students we serve, or shifting to a once-a-year model. We care deeply about the young people we serve and need help from our community to continue our programming. 

Help us raise the $200,000 we need in order to bridge the gap between grant cycles

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Help Us Keep Creativity Thriving

Arts on the Block is facing immense financial challenges and we are concerned about being able to continue to provide the safe space we have offered young creatives over the past 20 years. Without immediate community support, we will need to dramatically restructure—reducing program sessions, limiting the number of students we serve, or shifting to a once-a-year model. We care deeply about the young people we serve and need help from our community to continue our programming. 

Help us raise the $200,000 we need in order to bridge the gap between grant cycles

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Welcome to the Art of Awesome!

Arts on the Block (AOB) empowers creative youth and emerging artists make public art, contribute to their communities, join the creative workforce, and design the future. Our Apprenticeship Program provides real-world experiences in the arts and entrepreneurial training, opening new pathways to learning, self-discovery, and achievement. Join us!

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AOB Apprentices at work on commissions

Upcoming Events

Mosaic Lab Workshop

Saturday, February 22nd, 2025
1PM –  4 PM
$80 General Admission

Join us for a fun and creative Mosaic Lab Workshop where you’ll learn the basics of mosaic art with hands-on help from our mosaic instructor Lisa Horowitz. This is a “open studio” concept workshop. The mosaic project that you create will be of your choosing.

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20+ years of impact

For more than 20 years, Arts on the Block has provided a space where young creatives can build their professional skills, build their confidence, and thrive in  their community.

Help us continue to sustain the quality and reach our our programming for the next 20 years and beyond!

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Testimonials

"Working with AOB is always a wonderful experience. Not only do we help these talented young students advance their business and artistic skills, but we end up with an incredible art statement that starts conversations every time someone views it."
Elyse LinowesPrincipal, Linowes Design Associates, Inc.
Elyse Linowes
"We worked with Arts on the Block on a project during our renovation of the historic Waterfront Tower in Southwest DC. The collaboration helped showcase the work of talented underserved young people and demonstrated our company’s commitment to the local community. The process, the product and the feedback we’ve received have exceeded our expectations."
Greg RooneyThe Bernstein Companies, Vice President for Development
Greg Rooney
"Our experience with Arts on the Block (AOB) was wonderful from start to finish. The mural has received many accolades and patrons find something new to appreciate each time they walk into the library."
Susan SchmidtPast President, Friends of Little Falls Library
Susan Schmidt
“We are so fortunate to have this vehicle for showcasing the gifts of creative young people. When their talents are allowed to shine, everyone benefits."
Catherine LeggettFormer First Lady of Montgomery County, MD
Catherine Leggett
“Working with Arts on the Block gives us the opportunity to support the arts and arts education in our community and empower youth to pursue creative professions. During the mock interviews, we found the apprentices were all very impressive. We look forward to working with them again next year!”
Laura EwanDirector of Marketing & Communications, Hickok Cole Architects
Laura Ewan
“Architectural Ceramics values the relationship we have developed with AOB over the years. The apprentices in the program are so impressive, and it is very rewarding for our team to share what they know about creativity, business and professional skills with the next generation of artists. We strongly support AOB’s approach to equipping the apprentices with skills that will help them to turn their artistic talents in to meaningful, profitable, careers.”
Trey HouseFormer President, Architectural Ceramics
Trey House
"AOB gives our clients a rare opportunity to develop meaningful community connections while providing beautiful public art amenities."
Josh SloanRLA, ASLA, AICP, LEED AP ND, SITES AP - Director of Planning & Landscape Architecture, Vice President - VIKA Maryland
Josh Sloan
"A few weeks ago, my son who is autistic and I stopped by to learn more about Arts on the Block. The moment we walked into your new offices and studio at the Library, we felt we were visiting long time friends. We both immediately felt so welcome. I can assure you that this doesn't normally happen when you walk in many organizations and I want to thank everyone for your welcoming charm and acceptance of us into your family of caring and passionate people. And thank you for the important and needed work you all do each day."
Scott BadeschPresident/CEO of Badesch and Associates LLC

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