Heartwood Offers Free Creative Art Classes for Children

The community center is hosting weekly art workshops to inspire young local artists.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:35pm

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A vibrant, abstract silkscreen print featuring a child's hand holding a paintbrush, repeated in a grid pattern with bold, neon colors and heavy black outlines, conceptually representing the joy and accessibility of artistic expression.Heartwood's free art classes aim to make creative expression accessible for local children through hands-on learning and community engagement.Charleston Today

Heartwood, a community center in Charleston, West Virginia, is launching a new series of free creative art classes for children in the local area. The weekly workshops will cover a variety of artistic mediums and techniques, aiming to nurture the creative talents of young participants.

Why it matters

Access to quality arts education can be limited, especially in underserved communities. These free classes at Heartwood provide an important opportunity for children to explore their artistic interests and develop essential creative skills.

The details

The art classes at Heartwood will be held every Saturday morning, led by local artist and educator Samantha Greene. Each week will focus on a different artistic discipline, including painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media. All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary for children aged 6-12 to participate.

  • The art classes will begin on May 3, 2026 and run weekly through the end of the year.
  • An open house event to showcase student artwork will be held on December 14, 2026.

The players

Heartwood

A community center in Charleston, West Virginia that provides educational, recreational, and cultural programming for local residents.

Samantha Greene

A local artist and educator who will be leading the free creative art classes for children at Heartwood.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to offer these free art classes as a way to inspire creativity and self-expression in the children of our community.”

— Samantha Greene, Art Class Instructor

What’s next

Heartwood will be hosting an open house event on December 14, 2026 to showcase the artwork created by students throughout the year-long art class series.

The takeaway

These free creative art classes at Heartwood provide an invaluable opportunity for children in Charleston to explore their artistic talents and develop important skills, helping to foster the next generation of local artists and creatives.