Please note: ACA requires proof of full COVID-19 vaccination by all individuals who are eligible to receive the vaccine (ages 5+), to participate in all its indoor, in-person programs, events, and activities. For a full list of ACA COVID-19 policies, please visit our COVID-19 Updates page.
Apply for our Counselor Internship Program
Calling teens ages 15-16! Are you interested in a fun, creative and engaging internship opportunity with ACA this summer? We thoughtfully designed a holistic, developmental program for teens who are interested in working with youth.
Call for Art | Members Show: Courageous Colors
Courageous Colors is ACA's annual Members' Show and is open to all mediums, both 2D and 3D, that explore hue, chroma, and value in expressive or inventive ways. Whether your color enhances the energy of your subject, alters the message of your work, or illuminates possibilities, this is the show for you!
Arlington Open Studios is open for registration!
Calling all Artists & Artisans! Join Arlington Center for the Arts for our 24th Annual Arlington Open Studios happening on Saturday, November 12, 2022. This event will be an in-person event with a range of virtual resources available to visitors. Deadline to register is
September 8, 2022
Visit our COVID-19 Updates page for important information regarding ACA's updated COVID-19 policies and procedures.


Arlington Center for the Arts is proud to be supported by the Mass Cultural Council (MCC) through the Massachusetts Supplemental Economic Recovery Program (SERG-MASS). MCC is a state agency that promotes excellence, inclusion, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities, and sciences, fosters a rich cultural life for all Massachusetts residents, and contributes to the vitality of our communities and economy.
The Council pursues this mission through a wide range of grants, initiatives, and advocacy for artists, communities, organizations, and schools.