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How to Reach Us:

Phone: (802) 985-3648

Fax: (802) 985-8438

E-mail: info@shelburneartcenter.org

Website: www.shelburneartcenter.org

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 52
Shelburne, VT 05482

Location - Shelburne Art Center Gallery,
administrative offices and fine arts studio:
54 Falls Road, Shelburne

Location - Ceramics, woodworking, jewelry, stained glass, fiber, and children's studios:
64 Harbor Road, Shelburne

Directions:

Exit 13 on U.S. 89, turn left at end of ramp and go south on U.S. 7 (Shelburne Road) about five miles. At stoplight in Shelburne Village (Mobil gas station on right) turn right to go to the 64 Harbor Rd. studios, third building on right from the corner, or, turn left to go to the gallery. Gallery is the only building on the green, white brick with columns. Northbound on U.S. 7 reverse the above turns.

The program that today is the Shelburne Art Center was founded in the early 1940s by the Rev. J. Lynwood Smith in the belief that crafts, either as a vocation or an avocation, are an indispensable part of our culture. Classes were first offered in a church rectory and later in the locker room at the public school to teach woodworking as a life skill to young boys of a rural community; classes were soon expanded to include high school students and adults as well. The Shelburne Craft School was incorporated in 1945 as a nonprofit institution dedicated to providing a place for professional craftspeople to work at their craft and to teach that craft to the community.

The popularity of the program necessitated the search for larger quarters, which became available in the form of three wooden frame buildings built in the early 1800s. The first of these, now known as the Red Building, was purchased for one dollar from the owner. The other buildings were purchased for $2,500 with a gift from an anonymous donor. These latter two buildings were joined into one, known as the Bunkhouse because it was used for dormitories by railroad workers in the 1800s. A new structure to house a pottery kiln was built in 1948 with the proceeds from another gift.

Employment Opportunities:

Summer Intern - 2008

Shelburne Art Center is seeking a full-time Program Assistant to provide marketing support for art education activities.

Learning opportunities under the supervision of Art Center Staff
Program planning and production of class brochure, telephone and e-mail inquiries and registrations for classes; planning and publicizing events; writing and distributing press releases to local and regional media, compiling reports, composing correspondence, interact with students, including children and parents; help to maintain buildings and other responsibilities as assigned. Candidates need to possess a current Vermont driver’s license.

Student Qualifications
Background in education and business plus an interest in or appreciation for the arts. Should be well-organized with good problem solving and interpersonal skills. A sense of humor and optimistic view of life are highly desirable along with:
Strong writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks
• Good judgment, courtesy and tact in dealing positively with the general public, students, artists, and the media
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to update website

Compensation
Access to well-equipped studio facilities
Tuition remission on Art Center classes
Privilege of working with and being taught by a dedicated, professional staff
Experience suitable for developing a professional resume
Relevant understanding of the not-for-profit culture

Instructors

If you would like to teach in a friendly, supportive atmosphere we are always looking for people to join our group of resident and visiting instructors. Please e-mail Lisa Torchiano if you would like to propose teaching a class; include your resume.

Board Members

Marshall Webb, President

Myron Sopher, Vice President & Treasurer

Holly Boardman, Secretary

Jack Lazarowski

Ayn Baldwin Riehle

Stephen Selin

Joyce Huff, Art Center Director

Rent our Canopy

We have a 20'x30' canopy that's great for sheltering a small party from the sun or the rain. It is available most weekends for a small fee. Call 985-3648 for more information.

Links

The Shelburne Art Center invites you to learn more about our friends in the Vermont arts community. Click here to visit our Links page.

Shelburne Art Center is proud to be a part of the Community Arts Education Council, a collaboration among nonprofit arts organizations in the Champlain Valley. We believe the vitality of our communities is strengthened through participation in the visual and performing arts. Our goal is to enrich the cultural environment by providing collective resources and collaborative projects. Look for future pairings with other CAEC organizations. For a CAEC directory call 865-7166.