About the Lumberyard Arts Center
A creative hub where Baldwin City gathers to create, play and innovate.
Our Story
The Lumberyard Arts Center is located in
the heart of the Baldwin City entertainment
district, adjacent to Sullivan Square with
nearby restaurants and bars.
A creative arts complex, we strive to
create - play - innovate with our community.
Public art, live local music, community theatre,
rotating arts exhibits and an arts boutique foster a dynamic vibe throughout the year.
A 501 (c) 3 nonprofit, our mission is accomplished with a strong board of directors, a full time director and dedicated volunteers.
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Mission
The Lumberyard Arts Center enhances community wellbeing through creative experiences.
Vision
The Lumberyard Arts Center is the home of multidisciplinary arts and innovation in Baldwin City, KS
Values
Creativity, Inclusivity, Engagement, Enrichment, Reinvention and Connection.
Our Team
Ruthie Rodden
President
Donna Curran
Vice President
Chris Thomas
Treasurer
Autumn Weiss
Secretary
Ian Stuart
Board Member
Becky Weaver
Board Member
Dorian Logan
Board Member
Joanne Morgan
Board Member
Bryan Butell
Board Member
Brian Cramer
Board Member
Shaunacee Wilkinson
Board Member
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Doug Barth
Board Member
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Ashley Kretzschmer
Board Member
Jeannette Blackmar
Executive Director
Bailey Rice-Beach
Event Coordinator
Diane Niehoff,
Community Member
“Our arts center makes Baldwin a special place to live”
Rylee Brown,
Youth Student
"This class was super fun and was a great learning experience! I now know how to use my sewing machine and looking forward to future classes!
Julio C Dos Santos,
Baker University Student
“The LAC has stayed true to its mission, even through funding challenges. You can feel how much passion goes into everything they do.”