Teen Arts

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Grades 8-12
Tues – Thurs @ 4-7 PM
Free
Erie County

Teen Arts is a free afterschool arts program for teens in grades 8–12 living in Erie County. Classes take place in our studios at 650 East Ave in Erie and are taught by professional artists using professional equipment and materials. Students of any skill level are welcome.

Afterschool Art Programs

We offer two different afterschool programs,
free for students living in Erie County.

Spring Season Starts January 27, 2026

Afterschool arts classes for teens looking to try out some beginner friendly project-based learning. Great for building foundational art skills and exploring new creative mediums.

Spring Season Starts February 4, 2026

A positive social space where teens choose their own art projects, have access to professional equipment and learn from professional artists.

When are Classes?

Mentorship in the Arts

Teen Arts is an arts mentorship program where teens work alongside professional artists and learn the craft of thinking and working as an artist. Classes take place in our four art studios, designed for small class instruction and equipped with professional grade equipment.

Registration

If you are a student in grades 8 – 12 living in Erie County, you are eligible to attend the Teen Arts program. There is no cost to these programs. Join our mailing list to receive updates on new classes and summer workshops.

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The Erie Center for Arts & Technology (ECAT) is a community-based educational arts and career training facility that inspires, educates and empowers people of all ages with adult job training and creative youth programs.

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Erie Center for Arts & Technology
650 East Avenue, Suite 120
Erie, PA 16503

Monday - Friday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

814-651-0901

contact@eriecat.org