Workhouse Arts Center
9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
Location & Phone number
9518 Workhouse Wy, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
About the Business
The Workhouse Arts Center, located in Lorton, Virginia, is a vibrant art gallery and museum that offers a diverse range of cultural experiences for visitors. From art exhibitions to theater performances, the Workhouse Arts Center is a hub of creativity and inspiration.
One of the highlights at the center is the April Second Saturday Art Walk, which celebrates the arrival of spring and cherry blossoms. Visitors can also enjoy theater performances such as "Every Brilliant Thing" and participate in events like the monthly Sound Bath experience.
The Workhouse Arts Center is proud to showcase the work of talented artists like Donte Moore, whose sculptures reflect his journey through a tumultuous upbringing. The center also collaborates with educational institutions like George Mason University to exhibit thought-provoking artwork that challenges boundaries and explores themes of freedom and experimentation.
In addition to exhibitions and performances, the Workhouse Arts Center offers art instruction for all skill levels, from painting and drawing to ceramics and glass. Summer camps and special events like Tai Chi sessions and Mother's Day EqualiTEA provide unique opportunities for community engagement.
With a rich history that dates back to the Progressive Era, the Workhouse Arts Center continues to inspire and engage audiences through its diverse programming. Visitors can support the center's mission by making a tax-deductible contribution to the Workhouse Arts Foundation.
Photos
Hours open
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday:
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Reviews
"My granddaughter has started gymnastics with Kidnastics. The teachers are great. The class sizes are not too big. There is a lot of individual attention. Most importantly, the classes are fun."
"This has been a great addition to FFX county. I would suggest to place some of the donations towards the improvement of lighting as it is really dark during the night events."
"I sent my kid to prison this summer and it was such an amazing experience. Turns out her Art camp was a former prison. Oh how the history added to the ambience. So happy to have found this camp for my aspiring artist. The staff was top tier. Thank you Pinky, Adam and the entire staff. My daughter got to do so many different forms of art from graphic to culinary. While also working on her portfolio and understanding different art majors for college next year. Great program for all artist!"
"As a history nerd, I geek out about places like Workhouse Arts Center. It's a former prison redeveloped into a community for the arts. Here's what you should know before visiting: 1) History: The arts center is part of the 3,2000-acre campus of an early 20th century prison called the D.C. Workhouse and Reformatory. At the time, it opened as a model for prison reform envisioned by President Teddy Roosevelt. Over the years, it become more of a working camp with the last prisoner exiting in 2001 before it closed for good. The campus is being redeveloped into many things, but the Workhouse Arts Center was one of the first to open in the old prison in 2008. 2) Space: It's definitely set up like the old prison with several Colonial Revival brick buildings flank a large green space. Each brick building houses art galleries and centers that offer classes from ceramics to glass blowing. There's also a small museum about the prison's history and plaques outside explaining the history. 3) Art: Several of the buildings have art on them, including several murals throughout the campus. It's fun to find them all, especially the older murals. 4) Events: On top of the art classes, the arts center hosts events throughout the year. For example, during Halloween, they host a haunted house experience. If you're into history and the arts, the Workhouse Arts Center is the perfect marriage!"
People Also Viewed
-
LOVE BAG DAYCARE6621 Newington Rd, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Sunnyside Daycare8970 Hooes Rd, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Generation Cheer & Dance (DMV location)8254 Laurel Heights Loop, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Dynamize Soccer & Athletics9080 Power House Rd Building P4 Suite B, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
The Nest Academy Learning Preschool9129 Royal Robin Ln, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Gunston Elementary School10100 Gunston Rd, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
La Petite Academy of Lorton9467 Lorton Market St, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Laurel Hill Elementary School8390 Laurel Crest Dr, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Lorton Station Elementary School9298 Lewis Chapel Rd, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Merit School of Gunston7752 Gunston Plz, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
The Montessori School of Lorton LLC8017 George Fox Pl, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Logos Classical Academy of Northern Virginia9115 Lorton Station Blvd, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Rivermont School NOVA8540 Cinder Bed Road, Suites 1750-1800, 8550 Cinder Bed Rd Suite 100, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
NOVA Driving School VA9241 Old Beech Ct, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
South County High School8501 Silverbrook Rd, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
South County Middle School8700 Laurel Crest Dr, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Jentzer Wellness Institute Llc7726 Gunston Plz Unit 767, Lorton, VA 22199, United States
-
Virginia Heartburn and Hernia Institute8988 Lorton Station Blvd #202, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
SP8 Ball Training7409 Lockport Pl, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Metropolitan Historical Fencing Academy7406D Lockport Pl, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
-
Elevate Kids Basketball Training and Gym8382 Terminal Rd Unit E, Lorton, VA 22079, United States
People also searched for
- Institute
- Theater School
- Theater
- Jewelry Making Classes
- School
- Theater & Cinema
- School & Kindergarten
- Jewelry
- April Second Saturday Art Walk
- Art Education Initiatives
- Art Gallery
- Art Instruction
- Art Museum Exhibitions
- Arte Urbana
- Artist Exhibitions
- Arts Center Foundation
- Arts Festival Events
- Arts Museum
- Ceramics Art
- Community Arts Programs
- Community Engagement
- Cultural Event Planning
- Cultural Experiences
- Donte Moore Sculptures
- Drawing Classes
- Equalitea
- Event Marketing Strategy
- Freedom Experimentation
- Gallery Exhibitions
- George Mason University Collaborations
- Glassblowing
- Monthly Events
- Mother's Day Events
- Painting Techniques
- Progressive Era History
- Public Art Programs
- Public Arts Funding
- Sculpture Art
- Sound Bath Experience
- Spring Cherry Blossoms
- Spring Festivals
- Street Art Exhibits
- Summer Camps
- Tai Chi Sessions
- Talented Artists
- Tax-Deductible Contributions
- Theater Performances
- Theater Performances Art
- Thought-Provoking Artwork
- Tumultuous Upbringing
List of local businesses, places and services in Virginia
⭐ business help 🔍 services ☎ phones 🕒 opening times ✍️reviews 🌍 addresses, locations 📷 photos