Mission Statement
Central Piedmont Community College is an innovative and comprehensive college that advances the life-long educational development of students consistent with their needs, interests, and abilities while strengthening the economic, social, and cultural life of its diverse community.
The College accomplishes this purpose by providing high-quality, flexible pre-baccalaureate and career-focused educational programs and services which are academically, geographically, and financially accessible. This purpose requires a fundamental commitment to student success through teaching and learning excellence within a supportive environment.
Catawba Cultural Center: Opening Reception September 27, 6-8 p.m. Parr Center Pauline Dove Art Gallery 1201 Elizabeth Ave Charlotte, NC 28204 Catawba Artists Teresa Dunlap and Aaron Baumgardner September 30, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Parr Center Pauline…
Read More »Central Piedmont Community College Art Galleries Call To Artists Now accepting exhibition proposals for 2025. Deadline for submission is July 31, 2024. About the Galleries At Central Piedmont, we have a variety of galley…
Read More »Featuring artists Andrew Leventis, Kenny Nguyen, Colby Caldwell, Brent Dedas, James Henkel, Susan Jedrzejewski, Deb Koo and Jennifer Minnis What: ‘Forever Transient’ visually investigates the meaning behind transience, impermanence,…
Read More »What: Each year, Central Piedmont Community College’s Visual Arts Department hosts the Annual Juried Student Art Show, recognizing student works in ceramics, 2D and 3D design, drawing, jewelry, painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture.…
Read More »Central Piedmont Community College Elizabeth Ross and Overcash Galleries to open The Art Hub January 8 WHAT: A new, interactive space will greet Central Piedmont students and staff when they return from their holiday break. The Elizabeth Ross Art…
Read More »“Every child is an artist; the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.” Pablo Picasso Do you want to recapture the creative joy you had in kindergarten? Are you intimidated by art but brave enough to try? Do you want to try a new…
Read More »Central Piedmont Community College Bill and Patty Gorelick Galleries will open “A Celebration of Art” at Harris Conference Center WHAT: The Bill and Patty Gorelick Galleries will open a new exhibition at Harris Conference Center…
Read More »Central Piedmont Community College Bill and Patty Gorelick Galleries will host a traveling exhibition ‘Archival Photos Reimagined’ featuring a collaborative exhibition of artwork completed by Central Piedmont students and staff. WHAT:…
Read More »Central Piedmont Community College Bill and Patty Gorelick Galleries will host a traveling exhibition ‘Intangible Words’ featuring South Carolina based artist Marge Loudon Moody. WHAT: The Bill and Patty Gorelick Galleries at Central…
Read More »Central Piedmont Community College Bill and Patty Gorelick Galleries will host a traveling exhibition ‘Fragments’ featuring the works of local artist, Tina Alberni WHAT: The Bill and Patty Gorelick Galleries will travel a special…
Read More »Central Piedmont Community College Pauline Dove Gallery will exhibit Land/mark featuring artist Kenny Nguyen. WHAT: Central Piedmont’s Dove Gallery will host a new exhibition by esteemed Vietnamese artist, Kenny Nguyen. Born in Vietnam, and…
Read More »The Art Hub is a place for Central Piedmont students and staff to get creative, work on art projects and collaborate with each other. It will feature a photography studio, plenty of space for creating, workshops, meeting space, and year-round…
Read More »Upcoming Events Central Piedmont Dance Theatre presents Sunlight and Solstice November 29-Dec 1 Central Campus Parr Center, New Theater BUY TICKETS Charlotte Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker Dec 1-3 Central Campus Halton Theater BUY…
Read More »“Every child is an artist; the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.” Pablo Picasso Do you want to recapture the creative joy you had in kindergarten? Are you intimidated by art but brave enough to try? Do you want to try a…
Read More »Dove Art Gallery Works in Stained Glass Michael Ziegler September 5 - October 19 Central Piedmont Instructor and Fall Semester Artist Lecturer Artist Lectures and Receptions September 14 at 12:30, 1201 Elizabeth Ave, Parr Center, Ground Level,…
Read More »Fall 2023 Floral Design Classes Basic Floral Design (AVO 8573-01) Mondays, 9:30 - noon, Aug. 28 - Oct. 2, no class Sept. 4 NOTE: First day attendance is REQUIRED to continue in this class. Basic Floral Design (AVO 8573-02) Mondays, 6:30 - 9 p.m.,…
Read More »Central Piedmont Overcash Gallery to present ‘The Thin Red Line’ beginning August 14. WHAT: Italian artist, Mario Loprete brings to us a fresh look at the archaic artistic culture of Italy with hip hop vibe. Created during the lockdowns…
Read More »SUMMER at CENTRAL PIEDMONT Summer... Time to bring the outside indoors with floral beauty Time to sew a summery dress for that trip to the beach Time to paint beautiful landscapes Time to try new decorating tips for your home Join us…
Read More »Central Piedmont Pauline Dove Gallery to host art exhibition 'Through an Artist's Eyes' beginning June 3. Curated by Alicyn Wiedrich, Curator of the Gaston County Museum in Dallas, NC. WHAT: Central Piedmont's Pauline Dove Gallery presents,…
Read More »Intimidated by art but want to give it a try? Ready to express your inner artist? Want to try a new medium or grow your skills? Looking for coaching by amazing instructors? While our instructors are highly gifted in their art forms, they're also…
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