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Welcome to the Kenan Center!

Kenan Center, 433 Locust St., Lockport, NY 14094 (716) 433-2617
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Latest posts: Meet Our New Music Arts Program Instructor, Artists and Galleries Guide, Photos from Feasting Eyes Opening

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In the Gallery: Niagara Frontier Watercolor Society Exhibit

October 11-November 16
Sponsored by Time Warner Cable
Forty watercolor artists from Western New York are represented in this show devoted to transparent watercolor. The gallery will be open October 11 & 12 from 2-5 pm; closed Monday, October 13 for Columbus Day. Enjoy a free reception on Sunday, October 19 from 2-5 pm.

MCT Returns October 18!

Sponsored by Murphy Insurance Agency
The Kenan Center is proud to present an encore residency with the Missoula Children's Theatre for the sixth year! Every performance features a cast of local students who collaborate to perform a full stage musical with just four short days of rehearsal. It's always a hit! Auditions will take place at the Kenan Arena October 14 at 4 pm--no previous experience required! Performances take place Saturday, October 18 at 3 & 7 pm. All seats are just $5. Tickets now on sale at the Kenan Center Gift Shop and will be available at the door. Go to the Family Performance Series page for more on MCT.


Music Arts Program Kicks Off This Fall

The Kenan Center, in partnership with the Lockport School District, launches a multi-phase program this fall that brings string instruction to elementary school students. Paul Monaco, a string instructor with the Royalton Hartland School District, is program coordinator.Read more about the MAP program.



Sports & Recreation News

Check out some of the pictures from the annual Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ and Soccer Picnic. Click here to go to slideshow.

Volleyball Team and Lacrosse Registration is now taking place. Go to the Recreation page for links to Volleyball and Lacrosse information.

Book Now for Your Holiday Party!

The Kenan Center is the perfect place to hold small holiday parties of up to 100 guests. Please call the office at 433-2617 to inquire about available dates and fees.



Bookfair at Barnes & Noble Dec 6th Benefits Kenan Center!

Pick out great gift items at Barnes & Noble, Tranist Rd, and a percentage of the sale will be donated to the Kenan Center. It's easy! Just use the voucher you can download here and or pick up at the store. You can also order by phone on bookfair day. For complete details, go to the Support page.

Upcoming Events

October 11 Nigara Watercolor Society Exhibit opens. 2-5 pm.
October 13-18 Missoula Children's Theatre residency with "The Princess and the Pea."
October 19 Reception: Niagara Frontier Watercolor Society Exhibit.
November 21-23 KAC Holiday Gift Show.
December 6 Kenan Center Bookfair at Barnes & Noble, Williamsville.
Go to the Calendar of Events page for complete 2008 listings.

Latest News

String Instructor Joins Staff Read more.
KAC Holiday Gift Show Dates Announced Read more.
Community Education Catalog Available Read more.
New Music Program Coordinator Announced Read more.

Special News Items

Weather-related Closings The Kenan Center is closed when the Lockport Schools are closed due to weather. This includes the Arena and Nursery School. In the event the Kenan Center is closed, please call the Arena phone line at 433-2619, ext. 210, after 2 p.m. for any specifics on cancellation of games or practices.

The Kenan Center is proud to be a member of the Cultural Alliance of Niagara promoting Niagara County's arts and cultural organizations as tourist, recreation and education destinations to the world.





Funding for the Kenan Center is provided by:

William R. Kenan Jr, Charitable Trust
Grigg Lewis Foundation
John R. Oishei Foundation

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