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New! Job Opening: Music Arts Program Coordinator

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Address and Contact Information

Kenan Center
433 Locust Street
Lockport, New York 14094
Phone: (716) 433-2617
Fax: (716) 433-6645
www.kenancenter.org

Campus Buildings

The Kenan House, located at 433 Locust Street, includes the Kenan House Gallery, Business and Administrative Offices, and Gift Shop. A wheelchair ramp is located at the back of the house and leads to a wheelchair accessible bathroom. The second floor is not wheelchair accessible.
Taylor Theater Building, located in the south converted carriage house directly behind the house, includes the Taylor Theater, Meeting Room and Student Gallery, and Greenhouse. Entrance, with wheelchair access, is from the sidewalk between the Taylor Theater and Education Building.
Education Building, located in the north converted carriage house behind the Kenan house, includes the Kenan nursery school, second floor art studio and public playground.
Kenan Arena, located at the back of the campus, can be accessed from Locust Street or Beattie Avenue. It currently houses all sports and recreation programs, the 100 American Craftsmen, and a variety of special events.
Kenan Gardens. Landscaped gardens surround the north and south sides of the Kenan house and continue past the greenhouse. A wooden sitting deck is available at the back of the house as well as a terrace patio east of the greenhouse. This area is frequently used for outdoor weddings and receptions.

Download the Kenan Center History brochure to learn about the architectural details. (Large file.)

Download the Kenan Center Gardens brochure with guidemap to the grounds.(Large file.)

Current Employment Opportunities

Music Arts Program Coordinator. Posted 4/28/2008. The Kenan Center is seeking a part-time Music Arts Program Coordinator for a new program in partnership with the Lockport City School District. This is a year-round position. The coordinator will work closely with both the Kenan Center and Lockport City School District personnel to plan, coordinate and communicate all aspects of the Music Arts Program (MAP). Two major components are: An academic year program of string music instruction, rehearsals and band/orchestra and a six (6) week summer program consisting of individual and group music instruction, rehearsals and performances in instrumental, string and choral music as well as technical theatre.

Download a complete job description here. 42 kb pdf

Wedding & Special Event Rentals

The Kenan Center is a popular and afforable venue for holding your wedding, reception or just wedding party photos. The Kenan house, gardens, Taylor Theater and Community Room, and Arena are also available for rental. A tour of the spaces can be provided. Not all groups can be accommodated and availability of dates is dependent on Kenan Center programs and activities. Please call the business office at 433-2617 for rates and detailed information.

Kenan Center Hours

GALLERY
Winter
September-Memorial Day
Noon-5:00 pm Monday-Friday; 2:00-5:00 pm Saturday & Sunday

Summer
June-Labor Day
Noon-5:00 pm Monday-Friday; 2:00-5:00 pm Sunday; Closed Saturday

BUSINESS OFFICE & GIFT SHOP
Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00 pm. Closed major holidays.
The Kenan Center Gift Shop is located on the north side of the Kenan House just inside the business office entrance. The Gift Shop is open year-round and offers a wonderful selection of artisan made gifts, seasonal accents and decor, hand-crafted children's toys, fine art by regional artists, and much more.

KENAN ARENA
195 Beattie Ave.
Phone: (716) 433-2619
Hours: vary depending on programming; closed major holidays.

Overview

Situated on 25 beautiful acres in Lockport, New York located in Niagara County, the historic Kenan Center campus is only a short drive from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Rochester and southern Ontario. Named for its benefactor, William Rand Kenan, Jr., the Kenan Center serves as a regional community center providing visitors and the community with arts, education and recreation programs.

Facilities include a sports arena, a converted carriage-house theater and community gathering room, an education building, outdoor recreational fields, a playground, and the Kenan house, an 1800's Victorian mansion featuring a year-round art gallery and formal gardens. Programs include a nursery school and extensive recreational offerings including gallery exhibits and the Family Performance Series. The Kenan Arena houses numerous special events, such as 100 American Craftsmen, throughout the year.

For individual or business membership information, please visit the Membership section.

Mission

It is the purpose of the Kenan Center to provide, promote and support integrated and comprehensive cultural and recreational programs to the community. This is accomplished by developing and enlarging individual appreciation and understanding of history, science, religion, and the arts; and by encouraging an appreciation of our heritage and the understanding of its relevance to life as a whole.

Directions

From the Niagara Falls area, take Saunders Settlement Rd. (Rte. 31) east to the City of Lockport. In Lockport, turn right onto Transit Rd. (Rte. 78) and proceed south to traffic light at Willow St. Make a left onto Willow and proceed two blocks to stop sign at Locust St. Turn right. Kenan Center is on your left at 433 Locust St.

From the Buffalo area, take I-290 (Youngmann Highway) to I-990 (Lockport Expressway). Proceed north on I-990 to last exit and turn left onto Millersport Highway (Rte. 263). Take Millersport north to the end and continue north (left) on Transit Rd. (Rte. 78) to City of Lockport. In Lockport, turn right onto Lincoln Avenue(across the street fron Eckerd Drugs), and proceed to first traffic signal at Locust St. Lockport High School is on your right. Turn left at signal. Kenan Center is on your right.

From the Rochester area, take I-90 west to exit 50 (Williamsville). Take the I-290(Youngmann Expressway)to I-990 (Lockport Expressway). Then follow directions from Buffalo area.

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