The mission of the KAC is to connect community through the arts.
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Join Columbus City Council and the Juneteenth on the Avenue partner organizations for the Juneteenth Illumination Ceremony at City Hall on June 15 at 7:30 PM. Register: eventbrite.com/e/juneteenth-…
Free parking available at Coleman Garage (Level 2 only) until 9 PM. #Juneteenth
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Join us in celebrating Ohio State Senator Hearcel F. Craig for his extraordinary leadership and commitment to our community this Thursday, May 14th at the Ohio Statehouse from 6 PM - 9 PM.
Online ticket sales end tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12 at 11:59 PM. tinyurl.com/yc6bh29h
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The King Arts Complex honors Coretta Scott King on her birthday. From Antioch College to the founding of The King Center, her legacy of peace, justice, and action continues to inspire a more equitable world.
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This week’s History of Black Columbus series features Champion Junior High. Though not legally segregated, it stood at the heart of a growing Black community, shaping generations through strong leadership and dedicated teachers. #tbt #whoremembers #championjuniorhighforever
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This week’s History of Black Columbus spotlights Marion Franklin High School, a South Side symbol of pride and identity. Located at 1265 Koebel Rd, it has long been a cultural anchor for generations of families.
#tbt #whoremembers #marionfranklinforever
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Today we celebrate 39 years of the King Arts Complex!
Join us for our 39th Anniversary Gala on Thursday, May 14th at the Ohio Statehouse as we honor Ohio Senator Hearcel Craig. Purchase your teickets today! shorturl.at/tVz7T
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This week’s History of Black Columbus photos highlight Milo-Grogan, a historic Columbus neighborhood shaped by Italian immigrants, African American migrants, and industry. Landmarks like Milo Arts & the Railway Power & Light office keep its rich heritage alive. #MiloGrogan #tbt
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The Journey: Breaking Barriers by Destiny Coleman
April 11th @ 7 PM
shorturl.at/A1y3f
A new multidisciplinary stage production featuring Columbus-based artists, dancers, spoken word poets, musicians, and vocalists, and highlights the ongoing fight for educational equity.
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The King Arts Complex has received a Summer Youth Program Grant from the City of Columbus to support our Summer Camp, empowering youth through arts, education, and culture.
📸 Corey Favor, Mayor Andrew Ginther & Jevon Collins
Thank you, City of Columbus! #ArtsMatter
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This week’s History of Black Columbus photos highlight the Hilltop on the west side of Columbus. Early areas like Burnside Heights grew with streetcars and industry, and generations attended Westgate School, Hilltonia Junior High, and West High School.
#tbt #hilltopforever
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The 2026 Summer Camp is where imagination comes alive and kids have endless opportunities to shine. Registration is now OPEN.
Registration and Payments can be completed at the King Arts Complex. Please contact Hellen Corder at (614) 645-0642 with any questions or concerns.
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The Columbus Fury begin the second half of the 2026 Major League Volleyball season by hosting the Omaha Supernovas- 7 PM at Nationwide Arena.
To purchase tickets for Arts & Culture Night, email columbusfury@columbusfury.com or call 614-380-FURY (3879).
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PAC NYC: The Democracy Cycle 2026 Open Call is live! Deadline: April 28, 2026 at 5pm ET
Artists in theater, dance, music & multidisciplinary performance are invited to apply.
$60,000.00 per project ($30K commission $30K development). Learn more: pacnyc.org/the-democracy-cyc…
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Corey Favor has been named president & CEO of the King Arts Complex. A Columbus College of Art & Design grad and Near East Side resident, he brings 20 years of arts and community leadership experience and begins April 8th.
Contact: Dan Williamson
Email: dwilliamson@werthpr.com
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Power 107.5, Magic 95.5, and Joy 106.3 are celebrating Culture Columbus - Honoring the leaders who are pushing our city’s culture forward! The reception will be held this Thursday from 6 PM - 8 PM.
Join them Black History Month as they highlight community champions.
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Happy Heavenly Birthday to Aminah Robinson on what would have been her 86th birthday today. We invite you to join us for Aminah Day this Saturday, February 21st from 3 PM - 6 PM. At this time, all workshop slots have been filled.
We hope to see you Saturday afternoon!
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Be sure to purchase your tickets for Anonymous Lover, presented by Opera Columbus, this weekend at the Palace Theater. Performances will be held tonight at 7:30 PM and Sunday at 2 PM. capa.com/productions/the-ano…
Anonymous Lover is the first known operas written by a Black artist.
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for First Tuesday Tea. We are grateful to our wonderful partners, Opera Columbus, the CDC Head Start, and the amazing ladies of the Eldon Ward YMCA. Sign up today for our next First Tuesday Tea on 3/3! #KingArtsComplex #FirstTuesdayTea
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