As Marietta gains recognition for its flourishing art scene, it's an exciting time to be here and be a part of it. When pursuing things to do in Marietta, opportunities abound to enrich your life through The Arts.

One 'must-visit' local treasure is the Marietta Cobb Museum of Art (MCMA), dedicated to building community through art. The Cobb's Community Arts Program provides many opportunities for artists and/or art lovers of all ages to get involved.

A multitude of studies into existing community arts programs prove cities become vibrant, thriving cultural and economic meccas, also providing enriching personal development. Marietta is one such success story.

Art tourism creates a ripple effect positively impacting an area's restaurants, shops, and other local 'Shop Small' businesses. That means more tax dollars reinvested at the local level.

MCMA (along with their partner organizations) contributes to Marietta's exciting Renaissance and evolving art scene in a variety of ways.

Exhibits

Gain inspiration and tour MCMAs fascinating exhibits. Each featured artist's biography is itself an inspiration, revealing how their unique life path, educational pursuits, personal interests, and training results in art that is uniquely their own style.

Classes & Workshops

Among the life-changing things to do in Marietta, self-expression through art can have profound effects on people of all ages. For young children and students, art classes open a gateway to improved learning, positively impacting their entire curriculum. Educators note improvements in critical thinking, problem-solving, and creating visual solutions. Art boosts self-esteem, helping children express their voice within the community.

Art classes enable adults to unleash their creativity, think outside the box, and expand their perspectives with many of the same positive effects felt by kids.

Events

Discover your favorite up-and-coming artist or established artist at Opening Night Receptions. Be among the first to view their exciting new works and be able to say, "You knew them when..." Mingle with other MCMA members and patrons at receptions and at other fun, permanent events including, "The Art of the Cocktail," "First Free Sundays," and "Chalktoberfest," a chalk art and beer festival. Meet up with friends and meet other community members who share your interests. Networking opportunities abound for area entrepreneurs and merchants to form cross-marketing alliances.

Special events also provide work for other industries including lumber, office supplies, equipment rentals, security, and other businesses.

Volunteering

Discover rewarding volunteer opportunities at MCMA as docents, in teaching, administrative work, painting and installation, event volunteering, and more. MCMA also offers student internships benefitting community youth through hands-on job experience that's a stepping stone to launching their careers.

Community Projects

MCMA along with partner organizations sponsors beautification murals and public art installations. Group projects require teamwork, instilling a shared sense of community pride. Each individual fulfills a role as part of something bigger than oneself.

So make a difference with MCMA when pursuing things to do in Marietta! Community members are warmly welcomed to find their best way to get involved and do great things for their neighbors and community.