Children of The Shade Tree Display Artwork at Contemporary Arts Collective

The Contemporary Arts Collective has generously donated space to exhibit artwork completed by the children of The Shade Tree as part of its “Art in the Shade” program. This program provides children residing at the shelter with a non-threatening means of creative expression and helps to increase self-esteem.  

The children’s  “mini-masterpieces” will be on display from now through Christmas Eve and will be featured during the “First Friday” event December 1^st.  The Shade Tree will host a special reception on December 8^th from 6 to 8 PM, with staff available to share stories of inspiration behind the art pieces and answer questions about the program. This reception is open to the public.

In addition to providing display space, the Contemporary Arts Collective will also donate to The Shade Tree a portion of the membership fees for any new art patron joining their organization during the exhibition period. The Contemporary Arts Collective is located at 231 W. Charleston Boulevard, Suite 110, in the Holsum Loft Building,  “Gateway to the Arts District”.

The Shade Tree is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide safe shelter to homeless and abused women and children in crisis and to offer life-changing services promoting stability, dignity and self-reliance.