Back by popular demand, we are proud to reintroduce BAC Memberships to our community supporters.  And because we are respectful of your limited resources in the current challenging economy, we are introducing a special WELCOME BACK one-year membership for only $22.  This membership also includes a one-time 22% discount to our fabulous remodeled Gift Gallery at 513 Manitou Avenue.  Of course, if you wish to support the BAC in a more substantial way, other membership levels are available.  A donation of any level is truly appreciated!

The BAC is not only surviving the current economic times, we are celebrating a year of innovative programming.  Our 2010 Humanity Series increased the visibility, the excitement and the relevance of the BAC, featuring three separate exhibits focusing on gender issues, race, and faith.  Our upcoming program, Children of the Military: Life in Transition is an exciting opportunity for children in our military community to participate in the exhilarating process of making art, to build lasting relationships between the military community and the art community, and to allow military children to learn self expression during a potentially difficult time in their lives.

The Business of Art Center (BAC) offers a stimulating and provocative environment for artists and for the patrons and supporters who believe in the joy of experiencing art. The BAC has continued to fulfill its mission for over twenty years: to create an environment in which the artist can flourish…to help artists pursue their careers in a successful, professional manner…and to contribute to the cultural development of Manitou Springs and the entire Pikes Peak region. With incredible backing from all facets of the community, the Business of Art Center (BAC) opened its doors in October of 1988. A dream came true. Manitou Springs City Planner Paul Intemann imagined a business incubator for artists here in Colorado, using the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, Virginia as a model. The BAC is situated in two renovated landmark buildings in the Manitou Springs National Historic District. The original BAC building (Studio 513) provides 13,000 square feet of professionally equipped studios, housing more than twenty artists, three exhibition spaces, a retail shop and classroom space. The historic Venue 515, opened in 2001, includes The Canvas Café and Spencer Hall, which hosts live theater, music, conferences and special events.

Your donation to the BAC will provide:
•    support for up and coming artists
•    professional art studios
•    excellent art education for children and adults
•    live music in an intimate environment
•    special event space for community members
     
We respectfully ask that you consider returning your membership donation to the BAC by December 31, 2010.  
Thank you for supporting the Business of Art Center!