WELCOME

At HCAC, we believe that creativity is the core of successful communities. For over 100 years, we've been empowering individuals to explore their artistic abilities through a diverse range of classes and workshops. As a current or future student, you're joining a community of creatives, dedicated to making a positive impact through the arts.

At Holyoke Creative Arts Center, we are dedicated to providing high-quality instruction in the creative and industrial arts to adults. Based in West Springfield, Massachusetts, our students are primarily from Franklin, Hampshire and Hampden counties, We also attract students from Berkshire County, eastern Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Connecticut and New York.

We are a non-profit organization with a passion for inspiring creativity through an array of classes, workshops and events. Our experienced, devoted instructors are committed to providing an environment that supports all students in mastering new skills and unlocking their full creative potential. We offer a variety of core classes and specialized workshops to interest both the beginner and experienced students alike.

We invite you to EXPLORE, LEARN, and CREATE with us TODAY!

HCAC News & Announcements

Check here and our Facebook page for weather updates, class cancellations, upcoming special events at the studio, and more!

NEW - Knitting A Sweater Class - VIEW FLYER

HCAC is pleased to offer Knitting A Sweater Class with instructor, Maria Daigle, every other Sunday Starting January 25 (through April 5). $135 per participant.

Email admin@holyokecac.org if interested and to learn more.

Chair Caning is Back! - VIEW FLYER

HCAC is pleased to offer Chair Caning with new instructor Bob Johnson. Sundays in February - 1, 8, 15 & 22

Email admin@holyokecac.org if interested and to learn more.

FRIENDLY REMINDERS FOR STUDENTS

TRAIN REMINDER! When traveling to HCAC from the North side via West Springfield you will need to cross the railroad tracks to enter the Mill City complex. Train traffic is intermittent and occasionally a train may be moving slowly or stopped for a period of time on the tracks. If you get stuck for too long go around the Agawam way. Please be patient and exercise caution navigating the train tracks.

DO NOT PARK/BLOCK THE LOADING DOCK! Students may briefly park near loading dock (please use hazards) to unload/load furniture pieces only. All students must park past the loading dock entrance, down the hill, behind the building. The parking lot is well lit at night.