The new ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL will include many unique spaces destined for community growth and development through the arts. One of those spaces will include a new Volunteer Center, a place where volunteers can meet, train and network with each other. “When...
For over three decades, Crayola’s partnership with ArtsQuest has kindled the creative spirit of thousands of children, paving the way for the next generation of innovators and artists. This long-standing partnership, which began in 1985, underscores Crayola’s deep commitment to fostering creativity in children and...
ArtsQuest has long been a cornerstone of the Lehigh Valley’s cultural fabric, but for many involved in its growth and revitalization, this non-profit organization represents more than just a venue for the arts; it embodies community, resilience and a shared belief in the power of...
As the steel industry began collapsing in 1982, unemployment in Bethlehem was 13% and residents were leaving town. Jeffrey Parks’ idea for Musikfest debuted in 1984 and has since helped to make Bethlehem a magnet for a community of diverse arts and cultural experiences. Brenda...
In January, ArtsQuest announced the next major milestone in the Re-Imagine! That Capital Campaign. The PPL Foundation was designated as the official naming sponsor of the former Banana Factory, now officially named the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL. As the gateway to the SouthSide...
What started out as a dinner conversation between friends and business associates, including Musikfest founder Jeff Parks and other city officials, on how to rejuvenate and enhance the former Bethlehem Steel Site on the city’s SouthSide, has evolved into the development of a vibrant arts...
A strong desire to help others in a way that made you never forget her, always rooting for the underdog, Latin music of Zumba, the color purple and high heels are all what comes to mind when remembering the life and spirit of Angela René...
As we make way for the new, state-of-the-art Cultural Center to be completed in 2026, ArtsQuest’s visual arts and education programming will continue as planned, thanks to the generosity of community partners. After two decades of continuous growth, the Banana Factory has fallen into a state...