In order to further our mission “…to provide a forum to promote visual arts by way of creative activities for children and adults,” we created the Woman’s Art Club Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization. All donations to the Foundation are tax-deductible.

Restoration of the property formerly known as “Resthaven Barn” was designed by architect, John Grier. Phase 1 was completed in April, 2008 and resulted in a state-of-the-art gallery, a spacious classroom, functional food service area and studio space. The second project was funded by the Ohio Cultural Center Commission for $220,000. That project created another classroom and three more studio spaces, plus exterior painting and pavement.

We are grateful to the Lindner Family who donated generously to restore this founding location of United Dairy Farmers. The Linder Family Wing is now a classroom that is busy more than half the week. And we greatly appreciate the donation from the Emery Family Foundation, which was especially instrumental in the creation of a wonderful gallery space in the “heart” of the building.

Money is coming in from other foundations, Woman’s Art Club members, and Mariemont residents. When the Barn opened in May of 2008, it was christened “The Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center”, and a variety of art programs and classes for children and adults began in July. Progress at the Barn can be seen on our blog: Click Here.

Fund Raising for capital improvements and equipment includes a Fall event called “Fun Razer”, a Winter Holiday Art and Craft Sale, a Spring Tea, and a Summer Barn Yard Sale.

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