Quay Arts is an essential part of the Isle of Wight community. Operating out of a converted Grade II Heritage-listed building, the charity has offered enriching creative experiences through its programme and facilities for five decades.
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Quay Arts is a vibrant cultural hub and a cherished part of Newport's history. Situated by the River Medina, our arts centre occupies a beautifully restored grade 2 listed brewery warehouse, rich in heritage and creative activity.
Established as charity in 1976 we deliver a broad range of creative experiences encompassing core education-based projects for all ages and abilities, local and national visual arts exhibitions, a variety of performing arts events and support local community groups. We also support artists, tutors, and those who work in the creative industries to advance their skills by providing opportunities at whatever stage of their journey. Our educational programming offers adult participatory workshops in a wide breadth of disciplines, creative family drop ins, Kids/ Youth Art sessions, and school in reach and outreach, all designed with a fully inclusive and flexible approach. At the heart of everything we do is our aim to build strong, supportive relationships with our staff team, community, cultural partners, and local businesses. We aim to bring together our community to encourage the discovery of hidden talents, inspire future creativity, and nurture and develop next generation creatives.
Why we need your Support
As we look to the future, we face a critical challenge. To sustain our operations and keep Quay Arts operating and thriving, we are in urgent need of restoration work to preserve the fabric of our building as well as needing to replace ageing equipment to deliver our programming.
These works are time critical, degradation of our infrastructure and aged equipment presents daily challenges, by restricting operations and capacity. There is increased pressure on our financial resources, with funds continually diverted from programme delivery and strategic investment for repair and maintenance costs. This year we celebrate 50 years of creativity, community, and culture. Maintaining and restoring this historic Grade II listed building is not only essential to preserve its historical significance but also to secure its vibrant future. To continue to deliver high-quality, inclusive, and sustainable programming and bring together our community to inspire creativity, and to engage in cultural opportunities in a safe, welcoming and accessible space.
Call to Action
We are asking for your support. Whether through raising awareness, contributing financially, or simply spreading the word, your help will ensure that this vital work can take place, allowing us to preserve the building’s history while continuing to grow and offer creative opportunities to all. Quay Arts is a beloved part of our island’s cultural fabric, and with your support, we can keep this unique space for future generations to enjoy.
Thank you for being a part of our journey and for helping us to sustain Quay Arts where history, creativity, and community thrive together.