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Welcome to the Kenan Center!

Kenan Center, 433 Locust St., Lockport, NY 14094 (716) 433-2617
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2008 Exhibiting Artisans

Meet the artists and see their work! View our online photo album
Click screen to activate slideshow controls. To view captions, click the "message" icon in the lower left corner. If you do not have a Flash player installed, click here to go to the Picasa website to view the images.



100 American Craftsmen Takes Place May 30-June 1

One of Western New York's most prestigious craft shows returns for the 38th year! Be sure to mark the dates May 30-June on your calendar. See a slideshow featuring some of the incredible work, and even some of the artists, on our 100 American Craftsmen page.

Presale Tickets on Sale Now!

Avoid the lines and get your 100 American Craftsmen tickets and save $1.00 off the price of each ticket. Discount coupons do not apply. Visit the Kenan Center Business Office during business hours, or call 433-2617 to charge by phone. Tickets also on sale at Jayne & Company, 43 East Ave, Lockport.

Pick Your Favorite Design to Win Tickets!

Go to the 100 American Craftsmen page to see the 4 designs created by Travers Collins & Company and pick your favorite. Then email us with your pick--and include your name and adress--and you'll be entered to win a pair of tickets to the 38th annual 100 American Craftsmen show. Deadline for entries is May 20.



In the Gallery

Storrs All High Photo Show
Featuring the work of students from 30 WNY high schools. Through May 11. See the Gallery page for a list of award recipents.




Call for Artists--Niagara Frontier Art Exhibit.

Artists in a variety of 2 and 3-dimensional media are invited to apply for this year's juried Niagara Frontier Art Exhibit taking place July 13-August 24, 2008. More than $1,000 in awards. More information and downloadable application form.

3 V 3 Soccer Standings

Penta Crew tops the Pony/Mustang Divisionand the Purple Cobras are undefeated in the Stallion Division. Check out all the standings on the Soccer page.

Nursery School Applications

The Kenan Center Nursery School is now accepting applications for the Fall 2008.Download a brochure and application form on the Education page.


Upcoming Events

May 16 Lawrence V. Badgery, Landscape Artist Exhibit Opening. 7-9 pm.
May 30-June 1 100 American Craftsmen.
May 31 & June 1 Friends of the Kenan Herb Club Annual Herb Plant Sale.
June 12 Free docent-led tour of Badgery Exhibit. 2 pm.
July 12 & 13 Lockport in Bloom.
July 13 Opening of Niagara Frontier Art Exhibit. 2-5 pm.

Go to the Calendar of Events page for complete 2008 listings.

News and Releases

Kenan Center To Present All High Photo Show Read more.
Zany Jugglers Returning to Lockport! Read more.
Kenan Gallery to Present Revisiting the Familiar Read more.
Dennis Stierer Exhibit Read more.
The Pigeon is Coming to Lockport! Read more.
Kenan Center Receives Binational Tourism Award Read more.
Kenan Center Named One of 40 All Stars in WNY 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.

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Kenan Center named one of 40 "All Star" people, places and things by Western New York Life magazine!

Buffalo named one of 5 Cities Where Crafts Thrive in THE CRAFTS REPORT. The Kenan Center's 100 American Craftsmen Festival included as the area's most popular. Download pdf of the article.

ARTS & CULTURE IN WESTERN NEW YORK
For a list of organizations, click here to go to WNYRIN.

WHAT TO DO, SEE, VISIT IN BUFFALO NIAGARA:
Niagara Falls and Niagara County:www.niagara-usa.com
Buffalo Niagara: www.visitbuffaloniagara.com
Southern Ontario: www.tourismniagara.com

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.





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