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4worldlovers: If you are interested in showing your support of the arts, giving back to the community, and strengthening the legacy of the Shemer Art Center in Arcadia, click HERE for more information about our current Expansion & Legacy Campaign, and to see our video with Mayor Gallego!

The Shemer Art Center is located at the southeast corner of Camelback Road and East Arcadia Drive (48th Street) in Phoenix. Set at the base of Camelback Mountain, the site offers panoramic views of the beautiful Arcadia neighborhood, framed by a touch of nostalgia.

In 1919, developers led by Seymour Jordan formed the Arcadia Water Company and began drilling wells with the intent to sell homesites in the newly named Arcadia neighborhood. To house the foreman of the water company, the first home in Arcadia was built.

In July 1984, long-time Phoenix resident and real estate investor Martha Shemer purchased the twice-renovated, Sante-Fe mission-style home and land. Working with Mayor Terry Goddard, Mrs. Shemer donated the home to the City of Phoenix, not only to preserve the historical property but also to ensure it was used as a community center for city residents.


Today, the Shemer Art Center has become a cultural center for all ages. It is a “home for the arts” that provides a unique and inviting atmosphere for residents and visitors to enjoy and learn about visual art, through classes, lectures, workshops, exhibits and events. Areas of instruction offered year-round by professional teaching artists include drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, fused glass, mixed media, photography and jewelry-making. Additional features of the Shemer Art Center include a boutique gift shop plus an outdoor sculpture garden, both featuring beautiful, one-of-a-kind works of art created by some of Arizona’s most talented artists, for viewing and for sale.

There is no doubt that “Art Lives Here!” In 1992 the Shemer Art Center was designated as one of the City of Phoenix’s Points of Pride. It was named “One of the 10 Best Museums in Phoenix” by USA Today and “One of Phoenix’s 10 Best Kept Secrets” by The Culture Trip!

4worldlovers: Just a few hours and you will walk away with something new you have made. Learn new techniques to apply to your jewelry in one of our upcoming day classes.

4worldlovers: Learn a variety of hand-building techniques in one of our hands-on workshops and create your own unique ceramic masterpiece!

We collaborate with local artisans to bring you a variety of art experiences such as paint parties, woodworking, metal smithing, jewelry design, and more!

Craft a creative birthday celebration where little artists create their own ornaments. Party host, snacks, cake and gifts included.

Experienced clay artists can enjoy the use of our facilities for independent projects for a small fee.

4worldlovers: Do you have the desire to learn a new skill or have the artist inside you come bursting through? A whole new world of artistry can be opened up with just one visit to Creative Color Art Studios. Contact us today to experience the fun world of art you never knew existed.

Our family-owned-and-operated art school in Scottsdale, AZ, is your number one resource where you can unleash your creativity with the help of top-notch art instruction. We offer a wide variety of art classes, workshops, and more for youngsters as well as adults. Our professional art instructors have more than 30 years of experience in helping our budding artists bring out their creativity and truly express themselves.

Our art studio is beautiful, spacious, and a great place to hang out for the day. We're near a popular brewery, ice cream shop, pizza shop, and more. A nearby lake is the perfect setting for putting your thoughts into color.

We're always encouraging young talent by offering art fun, art education, parties, after-school classes, and summer camps to help them discover and develop their skills.