Networking Events

At Erie Arts and Culture, we believe in the power of community and the importance of bringing creative minds together. Our Networking Meetups are designed to foster connections, inspire collaboration, and provide valuable resources to artists, creative entrepreneurs, and cultural professionals throughout Northwestern Pennsylvania.

Gallery Night

Make Erie Arts and Culture a must-visit stop on your Gallery Night adventure. Sip, snack, and mingle while discovering how you can connect, create, and grow with us as we champion the vibrant regional arts scene!

Gallery Night | Creative Connections
Friday, February 27 | 5:00–8:00 PM

Join us for February Gallery Night as Erie Arts & Culture partners with Barber National Institute to present Creative Connections, a joyful community exhibition celebrating creativity, inclusion, and belonging. This show features original, multi-media artwork by children and adults with intellectual disabilities and autism who explored creative expression alongside teaching artists this past fall at Barber National Institute’s Elizabeth Lee Black School and Erie Arts & Culture. The exhibition invites visitors to experience creativity as a universal language—one that builds connection, honors self-expression, and brings our community together.

Creative Connections is made possible with support from the Dr. Gertrude A. Barber Foundation, Erie Arts & Culture, Highmark, and Warren Gives 2025 donors. Stop by, meet the art, and celebrate the talents and voices that make our region stronger.

Creative CrowD

Join us from 5:30 - 7:30 PM for an evening of networking, inspiration, and fun. Snacks and drinks are on us, so come out and be a part of the conversation. No RSVP required!

Be part of Our Crowd in 2025:

Regional Coffee Talks

Introducing our new Regional Coffee Talks! These monthly meetups are designed to be a bit more intentional, focusing on specific topics that are beneficial to the counties we serve. Each month, we will visit a different county and dive into discussions on topics such as grants and funding, marketing strategies, and more.

Interested in Hosting a Coffee Talk?

We are always looking for welcoming venues to host our Regional Coffee Talks. If you have a space and are interested in bringing together creatives in your community, please reach out to us. Hosting a Coffee Talk is a great way to support the arts and connect with local talent.

For more information on our Networking Meetups or to inquire about hosting a Coffee Talk, please contact us at info@erieartsandculture.org.

Looking to deepen your engagement with Erie Arts and Culture?

Check out our Professional Development page for workshops, seminars, and other learning opportunities designed to enhance your skills and knowledge. You can also visit our Staff Recommendations page to discover curated resources, events, and more handpicked by our team.

There's always something new to learn and explore!