""Don't ever ask Mr. Yuengling to pour your beer! He hates that!"" In 1913, Frank D. Yuengling constructed a Tudor-
Jacobethan style mansion for his family. Today, this historical family homestead has become Schuylkill County’s Council for the Arts-the heart of art and culture in the community.Because of Schuylkill County’s rich ethnic heritage, its tradition of fine artists and artisans, and a long record of involved volunteerism, we posses a unique opportunity to initiate innovative programming in the arts. The first floor of the Carriage House serves as a pottery studio for students and professional artists. The third and basement floors serve as painting, printmaking and drawing studios. The surrounding 2 acres of grounds and gardens offers a beautiful backdrop for en plein aire art classes.
The SCCA currently has 750 members. These members receive a monthly newsletter and calendar of events. Members also enjoy an annual members only mixer and discounts during events and on use of the building for their own meetings or events.
The SCCA houses a professional staff who implement many county art programs. These include but are not limited to: the Artists in Education Program, County Regrant Program, the 21st. Century after school program, Borough programs, Seedlings-the county’s only art based pre-school, summer Borough Performances, and the John O’Hara Conference.
Along Mahantongo Street in Pottsville you’ll find the charming and historic Yuengling mansion—the heart of Schuylkill County’s art and ethnic heritage.Throughout the year many come from all around our county and afar to attend events and classes here. The SCCA offers Art Summer Camp, Spring and Fall Art Workshops, Jazz Fest, John O’Hara weekend, Yuengling Pub Night, the Recreation of the Assassination of Lincoln, Youth Arts Fest, Ballads, Verse and Song of the Anthracite Miner, Celebrate Us-Celebrate Schuylkill, and our annual Renaissance Christmas event and Santa’s Workshop and much more!In our galleries the SCCA shows the works of regional as well as nationally known artists and artisans. We have hosted the Pennsylvania Watercolor Society gallery show. Pottsville native and nationally renowned artist Howard Watson was inducted into the SCCA Hall of Fame during a show of his work at our galleries. Other inducties include Big Band music greats The Dorsey Brothers-who are from Shenandoah, Oscar winning actor Les Brown from Mahanoy City, author Conrad Richter, award winning writer and actor John O'Hara from Pottsville.Everyday, curious visitors from our county and elsewhere visit our cultural center for tours and to soak in the art in our galleries. Visit us often! The art is always exciting!SEEDLINGS! The county’s only art based preschool!
This successful preschool is a perfect blend of art, music, science and nature for your little one!
Our state certified teachers make this program inspiring and innovative.Summer Camp & Spring/Fall Workshops
Classes include watercolor, oil painting, pottery, cartooning, acting, nature workshop, basic drawing, music, ethnic drumming, art around the world and pastel painting. All classes are open to kids ages 4 to 104!...Not to mention the music!
Our Jazz & Blues festival is held annualy at the grounds of the SCCA...who wouldn’t say that this place rocks! Headliners are The Groovemasters with renowned musician Cliff Starkey who stars on "Emeril Live!". He plays with Bennie Sims and Scotty Mann...they totally rock the house!
Big Mitch & The Blue Flames have appeared with Ken Mettam & Friends. I could go on and on! The community also enjoys rock,blues, chamber music, folk music and much more at the SCCA!Performance Art & Historical Re-Enactments:Schuylkill Countys’ rich cultural heritage is emphasized at the SCCA thru our many performances. Ballads, Verse & Song of the Anthracite Miner, the Irish & Italian Festival, the John O’Hara Conference, and the Celebrate Us-Celebrate Schuylkill Festival are just a sampling of the ways the SCCA celebrates the wonderful ethnic diversity found right here in our own backyard!
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