Arc Baltimore Holds Art in the Round

The artistic talent of individuals with developmental disabilities will be on display when The Arc Baltimore holds its 14th Annual Art in the Round Exhibit and Auction on Friday, October 16, 7:30-11 p.m., at the Grand Lodge of Maryland (304 International Circle, Hunt Valley, MD).

Art in the Round showcases an eclectic exhibit of 80 jury-selected pieces of art – including paintings, drawings, watercolors, sculptures, and ceramics – all created by artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Arc Baltimore’s popular annual art event also features a silent auction complete with mobile bidding, a photo booth for souvenir pictures, heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and a signature cocktail.

“Proceeds from Art in the Round support The Arc Baltimore’s programs and fund future art activities, including classes, workshops, and training programs, for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities,” explains The Arc Baltimore Executive Director Stephen H. Morgan.

Morgan notes that the artwork exhibited at Art in the Round is chosen by a selection committee of art enthusiasts from more than 200 pieces submitted each year.

Featured artists receive 60 percent of the winning bid for each piece of art sold. In addition, The Arc Baltimore presents a financial award to the artist whose work is chosen to be used for next year’s Art in the Round promotional poster.

Tickets for Art in the Round are $75 per person and $700 for a reserved table of 10, and can be purchased online at www.thearcbaltimore.org. For more information, contact Lauren Seabolt at 410-296-2272, ext. 5210, or lseabolt@thearcbaltimore.org.

About The Arc Baltimore

Dedicated to providing advocacy and high quality, life-changing supports since 1949 in Baltimore City and Baltimore County, The Arc Baltimore supports more than 6,000 adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. As one of the nation’s largest and most respected organizations of its kind, The Arc Baltimore is an indispensable resource, providing employment training and support, day and residential services, family support and education, treatment foster care, respite care, public policy advocacy and information, and referrals. For more information, visit www.thearcbaltimore.org or call 410-296-2272.

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