Welcome to Arts|Learning at Walnut Hill, Natick, Massachusetts!

Arts|Learning believes that the arts have the power to transform education.  When the arts are at the center of the core curriculum, students will develop the 21st Century skills they need to lead fulfilled lives.

Arts|Learning is the catalyst in that transformation.  A nonprofit organization based in Massachusetts, our work has national implications and attracts members from across the United States.  We are the Massachusetts representative of the prestigious Kennedy Center Alliance for Arts Education Network.  We bring years of experience and acknowledged expertise to bear on arts education, programming, services and advocacy. 

Our Mission is to encourage active engagement of
preschool through college students in developing their highest artistic
and academic competence.  We do this by advancing policies, practices,
programs and partnerships to achieve a new level of excellence in
teaching and curriculum development.

Our comprehensive approach:
•    Re-imagines school and district models
•    Builds networks and alliances
•    Advocates for strong arts programs and for arts integration
•    Facilitates partnerships among schools, higher education and arts organizations
•    Provides professional development
•    Convenes education leaders and art experts to promote awareness, dialogue and a sense of community

News Flash! 

Read about the Massachusetts House Resolution and Governor Deval Patrick's Proclamation declaring March, 2010, as ARTS EDUCATION MONTH in Massachusetts.

Read Secretary of Education Arne Duncan's letter to schools across the United States in support of Arts Education.