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because kids belong in the arts

the ARTS START with us

We LOVE the ARTS!

Our classes are offered after school at all nine Nassau County elementary schools. Children stay at their school while we bring the arts to them, using classroom space provided by the sponsoring schools..

What We Offer

Arts Alive provides fall and spring classes in music, choir, visual arts, dance, photography, and theatre. Each 10-session program ends with performances or exhibits for select classes. Taught by skilled local artists and teachers, all supplies and compensation are funded through grants, local support, and donations.

In Fall 2023, we proudly showcased our students’ work at the Jacksonville Intl. Airport’s Sky Gallery—a special moment for everyone.

what we do

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide free or low-cost music and arts instruction for Nassau County children who have little or no access to them.

We are a 501 (c)(3) tax exempt charitable organization and all donations are tax deductible. We fulfill our mission by partnering with the Nassau County School District offering a wide variety of classes in an after school setting in the elementary schools as well as providing other arts experiences. 

We provide after-school classes in art, music, movement, and theatre for students in the Nassau elementary schools. Our classes are completely free for schools, parents and children, unless an instrument rental is required.

Each year, we reach over 1,200 students in Nassau County.

after-school classes

Art, Music, Dance, and Theatre for Students in Nassau Elementary Schools

Arts education presents the opportunity for children to find out who they are inside.  I think that the arts are wonderful because you can have so much fun while you are learning.

Dr. Jane Lindberg

Now more than ever students are under a great amount of pressure and stress. The Arts can play such a positive role in the lives of children. It offers a space for kids to think freely and creatively, building their self-esteem and instilling their individuality.

Kim Rust

World renowned drummer and clinician Les DeMerle has been teaching students of all ages. “It is such a rewarding experience to see the enthusiasm and willingness from these kids to learn. I am having a ball with my little drummers.”

Les DeMerle

Bernadette S. was a student of the mountain dulcimer for a year with Robyn Nemes, one of our wonderful instructors. Bernadette continued playing in the second year as a mentor to other children. Donors, including the local Baha’i community, came together so that our young musician could have her very own dulcimer, a beautiful instrument and a lovely gift!

Bernadette S.