Our Mission

The Farmington Valley Arts Center is "enriching lives through art". We are dedicated to cultivating a community where people can create, learn, exhibit, exchange ideas and inspire each other. We welcome and support participants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds on their personal artistic journey.




Our History

Established as a nonprofit organization 501(c)(3) in 1974, the Farmington Valley Arts Center finds its home within the historic red sandstone buildings of the former Climax Fuse Factory in Avon, CT. With a history of over fifty years, we've been a key part of connecting the community with the world of art. Through our educational programs, gallery exhibits, special events, and the opportunity to engage with our working artists, we continually facilitate a profound engagement with the creative process.

FVAC Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Statement

We are committed to:
• Reflecting all communities of the past and present in the Farmington Valley region through our leadership and staff.
This region encompasses people identifying as Caucasian, Black, Latino, Indigenous, Asian, People of Color, LGBTQ+, differently abled, elder, youth, rural, suburban, with a wide breadth of economic means, a wide variety of religious backgrounds and a mix of political beliefs. We will endeavor to represent intersectionality.
• Seeking artists who represent a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
• Continued expansion of class offerings to enhance the learning and creative potential in each person.
• Designing events and exhibits that speak to and reflect on the diverse experiences found in the Farmington Valley community.
• Reinvesting and refocusing resources into ARTFORMS, to build a sustainable program that makes art accessible to people of all abilities in our community.
• Proactively working to expand and diversify our network of members and volunteers.

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