Snapshots of Success

In our efforts to create an MCG Youth & Arts alumni network, we’ve created a new publication called Snapshots of Success. Inside, we profile several MCG alumni. Click here to download the PDF.


Bill Strickland Appointed to White House Council for Community Solutions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

President Obama Selects Manchester Bidwell Corporation CEO Bill Strickland for the Newly Formed White House Council for Community Solutions
Strickland joins corporate, non-profit and foundation leaders from across the U.S. in offering solutions for more efficiently and effectively addressing community needs to President Obama.
Continue reading ‘Bill Strickland Appointed to White House Council for Community Solutions’


Waiting for Superman

Watch for Bill Strickland in the new movie Waiting for Superman.


Our New Daytime Program in the News

Earlier this month, MCG Youth & Arts began an exciting new daytime program. In partnership with the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, we are now providing students from Holy Family Institute with a twice-weekly art experience. The Supplemental Education Program (SEP) is designed to instill the students with a sense of accomplishment, and to encourage creativity and communication skills.

Click here to read the report from the Tribune-Review, and here to read the Post-Gazette’s article.


Documentary and Divergence

Documentary and Divergence features concurrent solo exhibitions by Phil Borges and LaToya Ruby Frazier. The exhibition will run from Friday, October 15, 2010 – March 11, 2011.
Continue reading ‘Documentary and Divergence’


Save the Arts: Watch this Video

Arts and Citizenship from Pittsburgh Filmmakers on Vimeo.

The Pennsylvania FY09-10 budget process is in full swing and state funding for arts and culture is in real jeopardy. The PA state budget issue will have implications on all of our organizations, not only in the coming year, but for the next 3-4 years.


The Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild


Hello, and welcome!

Welcome to the new online home of the Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild Youth and Arts program. Our mission, as always, is to educate and inspire urban youth through the arts.




MCG Youth & Arts


© 2010 Manchester Craftsmen's Guild
1815 Metropolitan Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15233
Phone 412-322-1773
 
 
Manchester Bidwell corporation Websites
 

Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.