Artists Showcase of the Palm Beaches

About Us:

MISSION
To promote and display the creative works and contributions of Artists of Color through the visual and performing arts and to develop awareness for the educational enrichment of children and adults through multi-cultural diversity.

GOALS

To promote the value of artists diversity through collaborative efforts with local and national cultural organizations
To serve as a catalyst for the emerging artists ethnic artists in varying disciplines to express and display their talents
To educate children on the richness of human excellence and the creative expression through the arts
To be the premier community art organization for multicultural art education and art appreciation

For more information on how you can be a part of our exciting organizations art exhibits, lectures, art appreciationn classes, adult and children film series, poetry readings, after school program tours, volunteer oportunities and contribute to our wish list, please contact us.

History:
Historic Jenkins House

Built n 1946, the Jenkins Jouse was home to Dr. Joseph Wiley Jenkins, his wife, Roberta and daughter Ramona. Dr. Jenkins, a well known community activist was very committed to education. Dr. Jenkins was one of the first African-American Pharmacists in the northwest community.

In 1937, Dr. and Mrs. Jenkins opened their own drug store called the Economical Drugstore located on the corner of 4th Street and Rosemary Ave. in West Palm Beach. Dr. Jenkins believed strongly in the value of an education and inspired many to pursue higher education.

In 1966, the Jenkins House was sold to the City of West palm Beach, thereby paving the way for theo run house to be designated a historic site and future home of the Artist sShowcase of the Palm Beaches. On the preview day Mrs. Jenkins commented that she was "really impressed with the reconstruction."

After the long awaited renovations, the Historic Jenkins House is now the present home of the Artists Showcase of the Palm Beaches and will allow for the expansion of programs, permanent art and touring art exhibitions featuring multi-culturally, diverse artists.

Mrs. Jenkins also taught school in Palm Beach County and continued to operate the store until 1952. Through the life of Artists Showcase the legacy of the Jenkins lives on.

History of Artists Showcase

Dr. Catherine Lowe, who recognized the need for venues to showcase multicultural ethnic artists and their talents, founded "Artists Showcase of the Palm Beaches" in 1989. Artists Showcase has since emerged as one of Florida's leading supporters of emerging, multicultural diverse artists throughout the county and abroad.

Serving an annual audience of more than 12,000 children and adults, Artists Showcase programs have become an intricate part of South Florida's art community.

In keeping with it's trdition, Artists Showcase plans to continue to serve as a catayst for the promotion of multicultural ethnic artists and the appreciation of visual and performing arts.

ARTISTS SHOWCASE OF THE PALM BEACHES 2005-2006 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
P.O. Box 158	(561) 832-1323 office
815 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd.	(561) 775-1731 fax
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Dr. Catherine Lowe – Founder/President Kalinthia Dillard – Secretary Dr. Alice Moore – Treasurer Kurtis Reid – Vice President Billie Brooks -- Member Marcie S. Gorman -- Member