Events

Juneteenth Jubilee Day Festival

Ohio History Center 800 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH, United States

Now a federal holiday, Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Originating in Texas, it’s been observed on the 19th of June annually since 1865. Join us for an 1890’s Juneteenth observation in Ohio […]

Spoken Soul

The King Arts Complex 835 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, OH, United States

“Spoken Soul” pays homage to the tradition of spoken word and art as expression of the soul. This event will give platform to those who paint a picture with their words. From the Negro spirituals […]

Event Series Summer Camp

Summer Camp

The King Arts Complex 835 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, OH, United States

June 12 - August 4, 2023 Mondays - Fridays 9 AM - 4 PM Ages 5 - 13 (Kindergarten through 8th grade) Summer Arts Camp is an 8-week, all day program. Summer Academy runs throughout […]

An Evening with National Book Award Winner James McBride!

The King Arts Complex 835 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, OH, United States

Join New York Times bestselling author and National Book Award-winner James McBride as he brings his masterly storytelling skills and deep faith in humanity to his newest novel, The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store, about […]

Carrie Newcomer with Pianist Gary Walters, Special Guest Ordinary Elephant

The King Arts Complex 835 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, OH, United States

The first performance in the 2023-2024 season from Six String Concerts. Carrie Newcomer is a songwriter, recording artist, performer, educator, and activist. She is known for her low and resonant voice, her musical depth, and […]

Legends & Legacies

The King Arts Complex 835 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, OH, United States

The leadership of The King Arts Complex is proud to honor MacArthur Fellowship winner Hanif Abdurraqib and Ohio State history professor and author Hasan Kwame Jeffries, PhD at its 16th Annual Legends & Legacies Award […]

Park National Bank & Homeport – Homebuyers Workshop

The King Arts Complex 835 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, OH, United States

Stop by the King Arts Complex on Tuesday, October 24th and learn about how Park National Banks loan programs can make homeownership possible for you and/or your family! First Time Homebuyer loans are designed to […]

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