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More Votes of Support!

Brand new stories and photos from Kirkland Arts Center supporters. Thanks for responding, we want to hear more more more about why you support Kirkland Arts Center and why the Peter Kirk Building deserves to be restored for future generations! VOTE KAC DAILY! SHARE YOUR STORY!

Submitted by Roberta and Glen at: April 21, 2010
We have been involved since the Creative Arts Center was created. It is an inspiring story and touches each person in a special way. We nicknamed it “The League” in the early days

Submitted by Joan at: April 21, 2010
My kids love the art classes there!

Submitted by sharon_p at: April 21, 2010
vote kirkland art center

Submitted by Anonymous at: April 20, 2010
The Kirkland Art Center is a wonder piece of Kirkland past, that is long getting lost in all the new fancy building being constructed. I would love to see this piece of history restored to its fullest!!

Submitted by Jim at: April 20, 2010
Great community outreach, energetic shows-Kirkland Art Center is amazing.

Submitted by p.l. at: April 20, 2010
Took my very first pottery making class at the Arts Center many years ago. What a great place!

Submitted by George at: April 18, 2010
Most recently I’ve been shooting work of the artists at the KAC, and have enjoyed the progression of ideas and talents of the members there. The KAC fulfills an important role in bringing cutting edge installations to the Kirkland public and surrounding community. Cutting edge in an Historical location; a great combination!

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Quotes for Your Votes: The Community Responds and Votes for KAC!

This weekend, I posted on KAC’s Facebook Fan page that I read some touching stories about KAC. Many of the stories show that KAC and the Peter Kirk Building are one and the same! The support from the community is amazing, and a testament to the importance of keeping Kirkland Arts Center going.

Submitted by Joanne Shellan at: April 15, 2010
I am an artist living in Kirkland though that may not have been the case had it not been for the Kirkland Arts Center. I began taking painting classes about a dozen years ago and completley fell in love with painting and have continued on to become a full-time artist. The KAC is the only major arts center on the whole east of Seattle. Bellevue, our state’s fourth largest city, is also served by the KAC. There the Eastside’s children,adults, and low-income students are served by this all-heart arts center which offers all kinds of art classes, curates nationally aclaimed gallery shows, and hosts numerous community arts events. Now that the schools barely offer art any more in the classroom, this beautiful but tumbling down building needs re-enforcement more than ever. Please consider it for preservation. Our creative brains need a place to grow so we can give back to our communities.

Submitted by Al at: April 15, 2010
I am 80 years old and the Kirkland Art Center is a vital part of my life.

Submitted by Turner at: April 16, 2010
In the Mid 70′s when KAC was the “Creative Arts League” I was a high school student encouraged to enter my pottery in an Eastside High School Art show and competition held there. I remember being amazed by the architecture of the building and the creative energy within its walls. It was thrilling to see my work displayed in a gallery setting. I didn’t win but this early opportunity opened my mind to the possibilities of art as a career which I pursued wholeheartedly. Notably recognized for my ceramics I now share my passion for clay with students at the Kirkland Arts Center. Preservation of this historical site is imperative for the cultural wealth and health of the city of Kirkland and the Eastside.

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Share your Story: Kirkland Arts Center + Partners in Preservation

We want you to share your stories about Kirkland Art Center over the years! On the Partners in Preservation website, you can do just that. Have you ever taken a class, a workshop? Can you describe your experience in the beautiful turret room? Have you been an artist featured in one of the many past exhibitions? What is your most memorable moment at KAC? Are you a Seattle or Eastside community member who can’t imagine the arts community without KAC? Take a few moments to talk about your personal experiences and interactions at the landmark Peter Kirk building. By sharing your story – and your daily votes – you will continue to build upon the legacy of this historic site.

Do your part by posting your story and voting at this site right now!

VOTE TO PRESERVE KAC: Historical Photo of the Weekend

Since I won’t be blogging tomorrow, here is an extra special photo of the day! A guide to the good life, indeed! Your vote counts! VOTE KAC DAILY!

Day 3 – Vote for Kirkland Arts Center!

More comments from community members on the Partners in Preservation site:

Submitted by Julie at: April 17, 2010
This remarkable structure is what initially drew me to the Kirkland Arts Center after moving to the area in 1995. It was only after pulling up to view the details of the building that I realized this building housed an Arts Center! I was immediately drawn to the artistic energy that prevails in this community, and have been actively involved ever since. Along with participation in classes, workshops, art shows, sales and board work. I’ve also provided detailed quotes for retrofitting elements of this structure. The history and legacy of this building has been such an intregal part of this community. My hope is funding will be provided to allow this structure to continue as an arts center for years to come.

Submitted by anonymous at: April 17, 2010
VOTE YES!

Cast your vote HERE! A vote for Kirkland Arts Center is a vote of support for quality arts programming in an historic setting. Your daily vote can restore this landmark facility for generations to come! Your vote matters!

Education at Kirkland Arts Center

Kirkland Arts Center (KAC) serves nearly 2,000 students of all ages each year with classes in ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, painting, drawing, and multimedia. Our quarterly schedule includes first-time student classes, mini classes for those with challenging schedules and full quarter (8 – 10 week) classes for beginners through advanced students.

KAC houses a large classroom for painting and drawing, a printmaking studio, and a complete ceramics facility, including two gas-fired kilns. Our instructors are leaders in their fields and are committed to a positive and encouraging classroom environment.

We believe that arts education is key to a vibrant community.  Engaging in visual arts can be exhilarating and thought-provoking.  We think everyone deserves the opportunity to learn about art, to explore process and technique, to have fun and be inspired.

For more information on Education at KAC click here!