Artisan Studio Programs
Community Sustainabiilty Workshops
These free 2–3 hour hands-on experiences bring people of all ages together in creativity, reflection, and purpose. Workshops focus on practical life skills like mending, upcycling, composting, and more while expanding the definition of sustainability to include creative expression, cultural connection, and personal well-being.
FAQ
Who is eligible to participate in free classes at the Artisan Studio?
All Hope for Flowers Artisan Studio Programming is free for residents in Detroit, Highland Park, or Hamtramck thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and funders.
What are the classes like?
Workshops are 2-3 hours long and meet either in the artisan Studio classroom or on-site at a partner organization. Unless otherwise noted, classes are open to students of all abilities and experience levels.
Expect to meet other community members curious about art and sustainability and earn a few new skills! These workshops are hands-on and require active participation.
What is the class size?
We work with each teaching artist or community educator to determine the best class size for the medium at hand, which can range from 8 to 24 students.
Where is the classroom located?
Hope for Flowers is located at 119 Garfield Street, Suite 500, Detroit MI 48201.
Our classroom entrance is on the plaza on the west side of the Freelon building. Google Maps may be inaccurate, so look out for our sign outside on the plaza.
Community workshops sometimes meet off-site at a partner organization. Check your registration materials for specific instructions for off-site workshops.
I have more questions about the class. Who do I contact?
Please reach out to the Artisan Studio Director Mandisa Smith at artisanstudio@hopeforflowers.com
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119 Garfield St, Suite 500
Detroit, MI 48201
We are located on the west side of the Freelon building on the plaza.
