Community School of the Arts

Community School of the Arts — Free Art & Music Lessons for Knoxville Kids

Community School of the Arts was founded in 1991 to close the art-and-music education gap left by public school budget cuts. The nonprofit provides NO-COST art and music lessons for Knoxville children ages 6–18 at its 620 State Street location — removing financial access barriers that keep kids out of private art education.

Free Art Programs for Kids & Teens

Year-round programming at no cost. Classes include:
- Drawing fundamentals
- Painting and watercolor
- Mixed media
- Sculpture and pottery
- Music lessons integrated with art track
- Teen portfolio workshops
- Summer camps
- Group exhibitions for students

What's Included

• Completely free lessons (funded by grants and donations)
• All art supplies provided
• Experienced teaching artists
• Small group sizes
• Student exhibitions and showcases
• No income verification required
• Downtown Knoxville location
• Multi-year progression for dedicated students

Experience

Kids without family means for private art school get real instruction, supplies, and a creative community at zero cost. Best fit for Knoxville families who want high-quality art education but can't afford tuition at private studios, and for any child dedicated to serious creative development.