The Ceramics Program Manager and Classroom Coordinator (CPM+CC) is responsible for the overall operations of the ceramics program and the daily maintenance of other education classrooms.Responsibilities for the Ceramics Program Manager, include but are not limited to financial oversight, logistics, constituent accommodations, and facility maintenance of the ceramic... Keep Reading »
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August 21, 2017 by Danielle
The Umbrella Community Arts Center is always looking for new course proposals and talented teachers for our seasonal course catalogs. At this time we are planning ahead for the Winter and Spring of 2018. We offer courses, workshops, and special events for the adult, teen, youth and family audiences. Applicants and associated course proposals will be evaluated in... Keep Reading »
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August 21, 2017 by Danielle
The Umbrella Community Arts Center is looking to hire new teachers for our adult and youth and teen ceramics programs. We offer courses, workshops, and special events for all audiences. Applicants and associated course proposals will be evaluated in comparison to current faculty and course offerings and by potential interest to the constituencies of The... Keep Reading »
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August 21, 2017 by Danielle
Set in historic Concord, Massachusetts the Umbrella Community Arts Center is partnering with Alcott Elementary School to provide afterschool enrichment for 12, 1st grade students in the 2017-2018 school year. The Umbrella is seeking a creative and talented early childhood teacher for an interdisciplinary arts-based afterschool program. This unique teaching... Keep Reading »
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August 16, 2017 by Miranda
We’re excited to announce our fourth Artist-in-Residence, Elizabeth King!Elizabeth King graduated in 2017 from RISD with her MFA in painting. In 2011, she received her BFA in painting from Boston University. She makes paintings that showcase her interests: ranging from printmaking to textiles. Growing up in Massachusetts, her tropical paintings rely primarily on... Keep Reading »
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August 15, 2017 by Natalie
Written by Monica ChenOnce a week, Rachel Zou comes in and serves as a teaching assistant, setting up materials, making sure the kids are set up with everything they need for the class or party, and keeping the atmosphere fun and engaging for the students and teachers alike.“Rachel has helped me in the ceramics studio at The Umbrella for the past year, and from... Keep Reading »
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August 14, 2017 by Miranda
It brings us a sigh of sadness to announce that Caitlyn Marsh will be leaving her employment at The Umbrella for another professional opportunity. Her new venture will also regrettably prevent her from continuing as a valued member of our ceramics teaching faculty. While this is a double loss for the Education Department, as with all things that change... Keep Reading »
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August 1, 2017 by Natalie
By Wendy Seadia Arlington resident Shayna Loeffler is a highly creative person. Trained as an industrial designer... Keep Reading »
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July 19, 2017 by Natalie
Dear Friends,When you visit The Umbrella this fall, you will see that we are embarking on a transformational project. Our improvements will make the Arts accessible to all and expand our ability to provide the highest quality programs in state-of-the-art spaces. Both the renovations and new construction are designed to foster natural interactions and collaborations... Keep Reading »
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July 5, 2017 by Natalie
by Jenn Houle“We must look a long time before we can see.” - ThoreauIn honor of Henry David Thoreau’s 200th birthday this exhibit encourages a slowing of the viewer’s experience of the natural world. What can we learn from looking and how long does it take us to see? As a species we can now exist without stepping foot in the woods. But what happens when we do?Sixteen... Keep Reading »
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