On a warm summer evening in Bethlehem, the streets pulse with music and laughter. Food vendors line the walkways and streets; local artists share their work and families sway to the rhythm of a live band performing on the Wind Creek Steel Stage. It’s Musikfest,...
ArtsQuest officially broke ground today on the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL, a transformative $32 million visual, performing and educational arts center. The new facility, located on the site of the former Banana Factory, will be a gateway to Bethlehem’s SouthSide and will dramatically...
A health insurance company and an arts nonprofit might seem like an unlikely pairing at first glance. But for Capital Blue Cross, supporting ArtsQuest fits seamlessly into its mission to promote public health and wellness. “Our mission at Capital is to improve the health and...
The new ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL will include many unique spaces destined for community growth and development through the arts. One of those spaces will include a new Volunteer Center, a place where volunteers can meet, train and network with each other. “When...
For over three decades, Crayola’s partnership with ArtsQuest has kindled the creative spirit of thousands of children, paving the way for the next generation of innovators and artists. This long-standing partnership, which began in 1985, underscores Crayola’s deep commitment to fostering creativity in children and...
ArtsQuest is proud to announce it has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Pennsylvania Main Street Matters Grant Program. This funding, made possible through the invaluable support and partnership of Northampton County, will be used to transform the historic Bethlehem Steel Turn &...
ArtsQuest has long been a cornerstone of the Lehigh Valley’s cultural fabric, but for many involved in its growth and revitalization, this non-profit organization represents more than just a venue for the arts; it embodies community, resilience and a shared belief in the power of...
As the steel industry began collapsing in 1982, unemployment in Bethlehem was 13% and residents were leaving town. Jeffrey Parks’ idea for Musikfest debuted in 1984 and has since helped to make Bethlehem a magnet for a community of diverse arts and cultural experiences. Brenda...
In January, ArtsQuest announced the next major milestone in the Re-Imagine! That Capital Campaign. The PPL Foundation was designated as the official naming sponsor of the former Banana Factory, now officially named the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL. As the gateway to the SouthSide...
What started out as a dinner conversation between friends and business associates, including Musikfest founder Jeff Parks and other city officials, on how to rejuvenate and enhance the former Bethlehem Steel Site on the city’s SouthSide, has evolved into the development of a vibrant arts...