Empowering Artists and Community for a brighter future.
Arts Build Community is an organization created by and for Artists. We’re here to bridge communities, facilitate space, and empower artists through meaningful opportunities.
To support ABC visit our DONATE page by clicking the Donate button below or above. Your contribution to our fund will help pay artists, purchase paint and materials for each wall and future projects. There’s no commitment, pressure, or obligation.
Your contributions help us provide platforms for creative individuals to thrive and grow.
ABOUT US
Arts Build Community is dedicated to transforming public spaces through mural art. Based in New Hampshire, we strive to engage communities, celebrate diversity, and spark important conversations through creative expression. Our projects bring together artists, local organizations, and residents to collaborate on initiatives that amplify voices and foster connection. We are committed to supporting artists, promoting inclusivity, and enriching the cultural fabric of our neighborhoods.
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
We organize commission-based projects that bring together artists and local communities, businesses, or organizations. These initiatives are designed to highlight community values, cultural stories, and social causes, all while providing opportunities for artists. Many of our projects incorporate educational workshops, neighborhood engagement, and public events, creating spaces where art fosters connection and inspires positive change. The outcome is always a public artwork that reflects the spirit and identity of the community it serves.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Our Youth Programs are designed to nurture the next generation of artists, leaders, and advocates. Through mentorship and hands-on experience, young people work alongside professional artists to create art in public spaces, while exploring important social issues and the power of street art as a tool for change. These programs emphasize community-building, collaboration, and respect, empowering youth to use their creativity to make a positive impact.
MURAL TOURS
Discover Manchester’s Vibrant Street Art Scene!
Join us for an unforgettable adventure through Manchester’s dynamic street art landscape! Our guided walking, biking, and private tours are led by expert ABC docents who bring the stories behind the murals to life. You’ll dive into the creative processes of the artists, uncover powerful social themes, and explore the local community’s rich cultural fabric. Along the way, experience special performances and collaborative activation that highlight even more of the Queen City’s incredible artists and organizations. Don’t miss out on this immersive art experience!
ART IN THE STREETS
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COMMUNITY CANVAS MURAL FESTIVAL
AUGUST 8TH - 18TH, 2024
The arts cultural and historic district in Manchester is where you'll find NH's biggest collection of street art. As new artists work with the community to showcase and their one-of-a-kind masterpieces, this outdoor gallery expands each year.
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SPONSORS
The Community Canvas Mural Program relies solely on private donations, corporate sponsors, and grants. Everything from artist compensation to insurance, paint, lifts, entertainment, travel, and other festival-related expenses are covered by our budget from sponsors like you. Become a sponsor today.
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CALL FOR WALLS
We are looking for walls in Manchester, NH. Do you have a wall? Contact us today.
Supporting collaboration and innovation since 2009.
Arts Build Community collaboratively builds connected, empowered communities through shared, arts-based experiences led by artists, creators, & culture bearers.
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A community canvas that brought neighbors together to color the city
Downtown Manchester buildings are a lot more vibrant than they used to be. The colorful canvases were part of the first-ever mural festival “Community Canvas” in The Queen City. The public art event produced by Arts Build Community brought together community members and artists to tell their stories, through work we all get to enjoy now.
NH's First ever Mural Festival by Arts Build Community
The #CommunityCanvas an initiative of @artsbuildcommunity an organization committed to raising community pride founded by the Manchester NH Artist James Chase. This citywide project is just the start of a series of conversations about Art, Home, Place and community.