Montclair

The Montclair Art Museum, a notable, community-based institution with an international reputation, has been collecting and preserving Native American and American artwork since 1914. MAM’s Yard School of Art is the leading regional art school, offering a multitude of comprehensive workshops, classes, and camps for children, teens, adults, seniors, and professional artists.

Montclair Film connects global filmmakers with audiences in a diverse, culturally vibrant community by presenting films and year-round programs that engage, entertain and educate through the power of visual storytelling.

The Montclair Jazz Festival is an annual festival hosted by JAZZ HOUSE KiDS. Jazz House Kids has been transforming lives using the power and legacy of jazz through world-class education and performances that create avenues of access, learning, career development and community building.

Montclair State University is a nationally recognized Research Doctoral University that empowers students, faculty, and researchers to exceed expectations and drive innovation. Montclair State University delivers the instructional and research resources of a large public university in a supportive, sophisticated, and diverse academic environment.

The Wellmont Theater is an American theater and concert venue. The theater originally opened in 1922 for live entertainment then switched to movies in 1929. Downtown Montclair came alive when The Wellmont reopened in 2015, partnering with Live Nation to host renowned performing artists.

MISSION: Challenging social and cultural narratives through professional theater dedicated to DREAM: Diversity, Reciprocity, Education, Activism, and Mentorship.

VISION: To be recognized as a model in the theater community for purposeful inclusion of diverse voices and stories; partnerships that propel cross-community conversations; and casting and leadership that reflects our communities.