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Mar
24
Fri
John & Jen: A musical. @ Kenan Center Taylor Theater
Mar 24 – Mar 26 all-day

John and Jen

March 24 7:30 p.m.

March 25 7:30 p.m.

March 26 2:00 p.m.

A musical.

An intimate look at the complexities of familial relationships in a changing America.

Apr
1
Sat
Music at the Taylor @ Taylor Theater
Apr 1 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Join us in the beautiful Taylor Theater for Music in the Taylor! Grab your tickets now.

The Kenan Center is proud to present Music at the Taylor.

The Taylor Theater is centrally located on the Kenan Center Campus and can be accessed by both Beattie Avenue and Locust Street. Concerts are from 7-9 p.m. Doors at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments available before and during intermission. Follow us @kenanlockport on social media for updates or cancellations.

Ticket prices:

  • $15 for Students
  • $20 for Kenan Members
  • $25 for Non-Kenan Members
  • Arts Access Members are free
Star People’s 40th Anniversary Miles Davis Album Concert
Doors at 6:30 p.m. Concert at 7:00 p.m.
In April 1983, Miles Davis released his classic recording “Star People” which extended his dive into experimentation with electric instruments and pushed the boundaries of what a modern jazz group could sound like. The WNY band Star People (from which the name originated from) will celebrate the 40th anniversary of Miles Davis’ groundbreaking album and perform selections from this and other albums of his contemporaries from this period.
Apr
2
Sun
Storrs All High Photo Show @ Kenan House Gallery
Apr 2 @ 2:00 pm – Apr 30 @ 4:00 pm

6TH ANNUAL STORRS ALL HIGH PHOTO SHOW
EXHIBITION DATES: April 2—30, 2023

The 36th ANNUAL STORRS ALL HIGH PHOTO SHOW is open to students in grades 9-12 in public and private schools in New York State. The exhibit is named in honor of Lockport artist, William Storrs, who passed away in 2005. An accomplished artist and long-time contributor to visual arts programming at the Kenan Center, Storrs was instrumental in starting the All High Photo Show which was designed to showcase the photographic work of high school students throughout Western New York, and was an active participant in the installation of the works as well as the awards presentation.

Schools can apply by clicking here. 

 

Kenan House Gallery Hours
Monday-Friday, Noon–4 pm, Saturday and Sunday, 2-4pm
*The Gallery is closed Easter Weekend.

If traveling, call (716) 433-2617, Monday-Friday before 5 pm, to confirm that the Gallery is open the day you wish to visit. Follow the Kenan Center on Facebook or Instagram for closing announcements. Masks are strongly suggested in the gallery. No admission; $5 donation is greatly appreciated.

Support for the Kenan House Gallery Exhibitions is provided by, the Kenan Arts Council, Grigg Lewis Foundation, Kenan Quilters’ Guild, Mr. & Mrs. Samuel F. Ward, William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust, and M&T Bank.

View our video of the 35th Annual Storrs All High Photo Show winners from 2022. 

Jun
3
Sat
American Craftsmen @ Kenan Center Arena
Jun 3 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

American Craftsmen

American Craftsmen is one of the most noted craft shows in the region for its dedication to presenting original and contemporary craft art. The event benefits the Kenan Center, a regional community center offering arts, education and recreation programs. American Craftsmen Weekend will be held on Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4. The show will be from 10:00am – 5:00pm both Saturday & Sunday at the Kenan Center Arena at 195 Beattie Ave, Lockport, NY. More information can be found here.

American Craftsmen Artisan Festival @ Kenan Center Arena
Jun 3 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Kenan Center American Craftsmen will be held on Saturday, June 3rd & Sunday, June 4th, 2023. Artists can now apply to participate.

About the show

Since its inception in 1970, 100 American Craftsmen has focused exclusively on fine craft art, supporting both established artisans who have reached the highest level of artistic quality, and nurturing new artisans who combine innovative approaches with traditional crafting techniques. The event takes place indoors at the Kenan Center Arena located on the 25-acre Kenan Center campus in the heart of historic Lockport, NY. It attracts an average of 3,800 avid craft lovers each year. The Kenan Center is located a short drive from the Erie Canal, the Niagara Wine Trail, and 20 minutes from Niagara Falls.

Important Dates to Remember:

· American Craftsmen Artisan Applications due February 24, 2023.

· American Craftsmen is a juried show. Jurors will be reviewing applications the week of February 27, 2023. Acceptances will be sent out beginning the week of March 6, 2023 through email. Please be sure to check your email on a regular basis.

· American Craftsmen Weekend will be held on Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4. The show will be from 10:00am – 5:00pm both Saturday & Sunday at the Kenan Center Arena at 195 Beattie Ave, Lockport, NY.

Participate

The Kenan Center is accepting applications now through February 24th. There is a $25 non-refundable application fee. Jurying will take place the last week of February. Selected participating artisans will be notified the week or March 6. New medium categories in 2023 include photography and digital media arts.

Sponsor the event

American Craftsmen attracts thousands of people from all over the Western and Central New York, as well as Southern Ontario. Take advantage of this opportunity to promote your business to shoppers seeking the highest level of artistic quality. Deadline to sponsor is April, 1, 2023.

Attend the event

American Craftsmen Weekend will be held on Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4. The show will be from 10:00am – 5:00pm both Saturday & Sunday at the Kenan Center Arena at 195 Beattie Ave, Lockport, NY. Admission is $5 at the door of the Kenan Arena.

Jun
4
Sun
American Craftsmen @ Kenan Center Arena
Jun 4 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

American Craftsmen

American Craftsmen is one of the most noted craft shows in the region for its dedication to presenting original and contemporary craft art. The event benefits the Kenan Center, a regional community center offering arts, education and recreation programs. American Craftsmen Weekend will be held on Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4. The show will be from 10:00am – 5:00pm both Saturday & Sunday at the Kenan Center Arena at 195 Beattie Ave, Lockport, NY. More information can be found here.

American Craftsmen Artisan Festival @ Kenan Center Arena
Jun 4 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Kenan Center American Craftsmen will be held on Saturday, June 3rd & Sunday, June 4th, 2023. Artists can now apply to participate.

About the show

Since its inception in 1970, 100 American Craftsmen has focused exclusively on fine craft art, supporting both established artisans who have reached the highest level of artistic quality, and nurturing new artisans who combine innovative approaches with traditional crafting techniques. The event takes place indoors at the Kenan Center Arena located on the 25-acre Kenan Center campus in the heart of historic Lockport, NY. It attracts an average of 3,800 avid craft lovers each year. The Kenan Center is located a short drive from the Erie Canal, the Niagara Wine Trail, and 20 minutes from Niagara Falls.

Important Dates to Remember:

· American Craftsmen Artisan Applications due February 24, 2023.

· American Craftsmen is a juried show. Jurors will be reviewing applications the week of February 27, 2023. Acceptances will be sent out beginning the week of March 6, 2023 through email. Please be sure to check your email on a regular basis.

· American Craftsmen Weekend will be held on Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4. The show will be from 10:00am – 5:00pm both Saturday & Sunday at the Kenan Center Arena at 195 Beattie Ave, Lockport, NY.

Participate

The Kenan Center is accepting applications now through February 24th. There is a $25 non-refundable application fee. Jurying will take place the last week of February. Selected participating artisans will be notified the week or March 6. New medium categories in 2023 include photography and digital media arts.

Sponsor the event

American Craftsmen attracts thousands of people from all over the Western and Central New York, as well as Southern Ontario. Take advantage of this opportunity to promote your business to shoppers seeking the highest level of artistic quality. Deadline to sponsor is April, 1, 2023.

Attend the event

American Craftsmen Weekend will be held on Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4. The show will be from 10:00am – 5:00pm both Saturday & Sunday at the Kenan Center Arena at 195 Beattie Ave, Lockport, NY. Admission is $5 at the door of the Kenan Arena.

For weather related closing information please click here.

Kenan Center is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization.