Ever wonder, what IF?
In the past twelve years the IF Center has spearheaded an abundance of diverse educational projects, based on such goals such as integrating do-it-yourself technology, arts programing, sustainable development, and STEAM.* As our building bears the name of Irma Freeman, so de we celebrate Irma's visionary outlook. Working with the community, our patrons, and parents, we continue to inspire young artists toward self-discovery. By putting the tools into the hands of children, we help them succeed. Through our specialized programs, we seek to ignite children with the power of confidence, freedom, and imagination,
* STEAM, like STEM, is a highly acclaimed cross-curriculum, that integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math!
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IF only you could follow your dreams...
Making something out of nothing
Our truly amazing camps & arts programs serve kids & adults from all walks of life.
We teach and celebrate tolerance & cultural diversity
We thrive on the arts, creative play, production & performance
We collect, organize and use recycled, upcyclced, found & collected materials to lower our carbon footprint while creating something new and spectacular!
Camps, Classes & Artist Residencies
Experienced Artist Teachers with fantastic programs
Small groups, typically 6 – 12 kids in each camp or class
Great ratios: 6:1, campers: adults, and 3:1, campers: counselors
Weekly exhibitions, recitals, performances & circus antics
Plenty of time outside making art in our outdoor lot, or taking walks to Friendship Park
Secure & safe place where kids engage with learning hands-on fun!
Collaborations & Partnerships
Partnering gives space to great ideas
Collaborations with organizations extend community opportunities
Partners this year: Kraynik's Bikes,I, Propel Schools, Frick Museum of Fine Art, and more..
Partnerships in the past resulted in international exhibitions
Collaborations galore! We can't name them all, but take a gander
You can keep the dream alive!
By making a tax-deductible contribution, fund our arts and educational programming...Help flower something beautiful.
