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Create, Explore, Educate, Celebrate!
As you stroll along the scenic Route 33, you will pass by an almost hundred-year-old school building that has been restored by community members and local businesses. This historic school building now houses an art gallery, enriching classes, & community events that often extend onto the stunning Village Green front lawn. The Montpelier Center is also home to a unique LOVE artworks sign that was created by tools and materials donated by community members to represent this rural area and its values. Stop in and check out the gallery exhibit, sign up for a class, become a patron member, or join an event or program. We are a nonprofit charitable organization with 501(c)(3) status without government affiliation. 
Bottom Row: Dan Johnson, Floyd Spencer*, Sagle Jones Purcell*, Pauline Sumner*, Roddy Mitchell*, Carol Beam
Top Row: Shawn Ligon, Dr. Matt Aldred, Nancy Harrison, Mike Gladstone*
*denotes Board of Directors Officer
Board of Directors2021 Board of Directors
President: Joy Howard 1st Vice President: Rob Monolo 2nd Vice President: Lisa Gori Powers Treasurer: Dr. Matt Aldred Secretary: Chris Johnson Immediate Past President: Sagle Jones Purcell Kelly Aderhold Nancy Harrison Shawn Ligon Dr. Teresa Neiss (Dr. Tree) Dr. Clara James Scott |
The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education
P.O. Box 82 17205 Mountain Road Montpelier, VA 23192 Phone: 804.883.7378 Email: info@MontpelierCenter.org Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 10 am to 3 pm and by appointment Building Hours: Mon - Thurs: 9:00 am - 9pm Fri: 10:00am - 6pm Sat: 10:00am - 2pm Vision & StrategyWhile the population in western Hanover is growing, this area is still predominantly agricultural. With the arrival of new residents contributing to our economic base, it is of primary importance to provide cultural arts and educational services and facilities to enhance the quality of life in western Hanover. For years, this area has been inadequately served with arts and supplemental educational programs.
The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education is focused on not only meeting the immediate needs in its community and surrounding areas, but also providing inspiration by planning ahead and providing vision for arts and educational programs, events, and classes. |
History
The former Montpelier School built in 1929 is an important landmark to Western Hanover County. This brick structure is the last surviving public building in Hanover County constructed by funds raised solely by the local citizens during the Depression to provide an education for their children. Today, this highly visible landmark stands as a symbol of Virginia's tradition of caring, contributing, and providing opportunities in both education and the arts.
By 1988, the Montpelier School lay abandoned and scheduled for demolition by the County. Community leaders, upon learning of the planned demolition, organized the Save Our School Foundation. Funds were raised and restorations began. In 1991, the building was renamed The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education and was granted 501(c)(3) status.
In January 1996, the Pamunkey Regional Library opened. In January 1998, final restorations were completed. Today, programs are continually expanding to meet diverse demands of our members and the surrounding areas.
To learn more about the history of the Center, visit the photographic exhibit on display in the conference room at The Center.
By supporting The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education, you are building on a foundation created by many volunteers. Today, approximately 40,000 people in this region utilize the services provided by The Center and this number increases annually.
The former Montpelier School built in 1929 is an important landmark to Western Hanover County. This brick structure is the last surviving public building in Hanover County constructed by funds raised solely by the local citizens during the Depression to provide an education for their children. Today, this highly visible landmark stands as a symbol of Virginia's tradition of caring, contributing, and providing opportunities in both education and the arts.
By 1988, the Montpelier School lay abandoned and scheduled for demolition by the County. Community leaders, upon learning of the planned demolition, organized the Save Our School Foundation. Funds were raised and restorations began. In 1991, the building was renamed The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education and was granted 501(c)(3) status.
In January 1996, the Pamunkey Regional Library opened. In January 1998, final restorations were completed. Today, programs are continually expanding to meet diverse demands of our members and the surrounding areas.
To learn more about the history of the Center, visit the photographic exhibit on display in the conference room at The Center.
By supporting The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education, you are building on a foundation created by many volunteers. Today, approximately 40,000 people in this region utilize the services provided by The Center and this number increases annually.
The Montpelier Center for Art and Education is a nonprofit charitable organization with 501(3)(c) status without government affiliation.