Action Arts
Underserved and Youth-at-Risk Programs through the Washington Pavilion 


The Action Arts program provides successful art experiences for underserved and youth-at-risk students. The Community Learning Center of the Washington Pavilion provides qualified art instructors and supplies for group activities. Working hand in hand with many organizations in town, the Actions Arts program is able to make a positive impact in the lives of Sioux Falls youth. 


The goals of Action Arts are:
• Focus on right brained, creative learning styles
• Foster creative thinking and problem solving skills
• Develop hands on technical skills
• Improve communication abilities
• Build positive qualities to increase future employment options
• Enhance self esteem and self worth through accomplishments
• Promote lifelong learning about self and the arts 




2009 Actions Arts program participants
Juvenile Detention Center
Bowden Youth Center
Multicultural Center
YMCA After School Program
Liberty Center
South Dakota Achieve




Other fun places to find Action Arts programs
Juneteenth Festival
Jazzfest
Americans with Disabilities Act Festival
Children’s Miracle Network 
National Down Syndrome Society Buddy Walk 
Washington Pavilion’s Open Studio Night during Free First Friday