Arts Education Center Reopens

(6/25) The Adams County Arts Council’s Arts Education Center has reopened and resumed regular hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The center will be closed on Saturdays through August 15.

To protect students, instructors, and staff, the Arts Council has developed a COVID-19 safety plan for summer camps to reassure parents who are looking for a safe, educational experience for their children. It strictly follows CDC and Pennsylvania Dept. of Health requirements for frequent sanitation, masks, social distancing, temperature readings, sharing of supplies, and procedures should someone exhibit signs of COVID-19 or have contact with a person who has tested positive. To view the plan, visit www.adamsarts.org.

When visiting the center, guests are required to wear a facial covering (except children, age 2 and under, and those with breathing difficulties,) practice social distancing and good hand washing hygiene, and allow a touch-free temperature screening.

According to Arts Council Executive Director Chris Glatfelter, "For the next several months we are focusing on summer camps, in person and via Zoom. Virtual adult classes will continue with some in person classes resuming in September, conditions permitting"

Glatfelter continued, "During the long closure, the community well wishes, donations, memberships, and participation in our online classes have been so very much appreciated. It will be wonderful to say thank you in person, at the appropriate distance."

The mission of the Adams County Arts Council is to cultivate an arts-rich community. For information about its programs, classes, summer camps, or membership, visit adamsarts.org, email aa@adamsarts.org or call 717-334-5006.