Questions guests ask about Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center

Question 1

Do the artist talks cost anything?

Accepted Answer

No. Conversations and Coffee is a free program.

Question 2

How do I register for a class?

Accepted Answer

Registration goes through the Columbus Recreation and Parks registration site. You need an account first.

Question 3

Can I get a refund for a class?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Refunds are paid by check for the class fee minus the ActiveNET convenience fee.

Question 4

Can I move to a different class?

Accepted Answer

Yes, based on availability, before the start of the second class.

Question 5

Is there a class waitlist?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Joining costs a non-refundable $2.

Question 6

How do I pay in the gift shop?

Accepted Answer

Sales are cashless. You pay the artist directly with their preferred payment app.

Question 7

What is the workshop cancellation rule?

Accepted Answer

Cancellations must be received 48 hours before the workshop starts.

Question 8

What if the center cancels my class?

Accepted Answer

You receive a 100% refund by City of Columbus check.

Question 9

Is food served at gallery openings?

Accepted Answer

The center's event listings say food and drinks will be provided at opening receptions.

Question 10

How big is the Main Gallery?

Accepted Answer

The Main Gallery has over 3,200 square feet of display space.

Question 11

What is the Loft Gallery?

Accepted Answer

It is a more intimate gallery for smaller shows, often one or two emerging artists.

Question 12

How often do the exhibitions change?

Accepted Answer

The Main Gallery rotates exhibitions every five to six weeks.

Question 13

Where are the Conversations and Coffee talks held?

Accepted Answer

They run Thursdays from 12-1 p.m. in the Main Gallery space or the third floor Multipurpose Room.

Question 14

Is there an elevator?

Accepted Answer

The center says the elevator is out of service for now. Stairs are the only way to reach many studio classes.

Question 15

When is the center open?

Accepted Answer

Monday 1-4 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Question 16

Is the center for children?

Accepted Answer

The center describes itself as an adult arts center.

Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center