Centennial Art Center of Hamburg, Inc.

08/22/2026

Gary Larson, a master cartoonist

06/19/2026

Be unmatched.

06/18/2026

Creative Arts Interventions for Stress Management and Prevention—A Systematic Review:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5836011/

Highlights
Art production reduces anxiety more than appreciation interventions.
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Art appreciation shows to be a promising low-risk alternative intervention.
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No clear differences between depression and quality of life outcomes.
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Evidence limited by small samples and publication biases.
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More high-quality randomised trials are needed in art appreciation research.

06/10/2026

Brushes up, People. Brushes up.☺️

05/19/2026

05/14/2026

https://www.ted.com/playlists/676/how_art_shapes_conversations

Powerful art makes people talk. These TED Talks bring context and nuanced perspectives to subjects surrounding history, race, socioeconomics and more.

05/08/2026

WE have our Winners!!! Stop by the Hamburg Public Library on 102 Buffalo Street, Village of hamburg during Library hours to see the 2026 Spring Show from May2 thru June 4 @ 2pm

05/08/2026

05/05/2026

Art MATTERS to kids!

When we think about childhood, we often picture bright drawings taped to the fridge, messy hands covered in paint, and a sense of carefree creativity. But art for kids is far more than a fun pastime—it’s a powerful tool that shapes how they think, feel, and grow.1. Builds Confidence and Self-Exp...

04/30/2026

Announcing The 2026 Kids Summer Art Camp at The CAC!
SPOTS GO QUICKLY!
Summer Art Camp 2026 Ages 5 – 13 years

Instructors
Terry Walkowski M.S. Art Teacher (716-480-0103)
Marilyn Twarog, Special Education Instructor

Centennial Art Center Building
3185 Amsdell Road
Hamburg NY 14075

WORKSHOPS are 9:30am-2pm
Snacks will be provided.
with a ½ hr. lunch break
(children must bring a lunch and their own water bottle)

$28.00/day plus $13.00 material fee
TOTAL $41.00

July 13 * Let’s Bring the Beach Home*
Create a glass bottle “beach environment” with shells, rope, sand and faux plant.
Create a driftwood centerpiece

July 14 *I Need a Rainbow in my Life*
Make tie-dye drink coaster tiles. Tie dye a zippered pouch to hold anything!

July 15 *For the Wood Crafter in Me *
Paint and decorate a wooden “catch all” container. Paint and decorate a wooden garden stake design

July 16 *Make Earth Day Every Day *
Decorate a terra cotta flower pot & plant a live flower/plant. Create a tropical wreath to hang

July 17* Awaken the Artist Within*
Create a canvas acrylic painting with a beachy theme. Produce a modern splash paint multi-media poster size painting.

Please print and fill out the form shown here, make checks payable to Terry Walkowski
and mail to
Terry Walkowski
1447 Independence Dr
Derby, NY 14047

Registration due by July 3, 2026