ArtHaus Decorah Information

ArtHaus is 'your haus' in downtown Decorah, Iowa’s home for the arts bringing visual, performing, and literary art together and offering creative programs for all ages. ArtHaus was opened in the fall of 2008 by Kristen Underwood and Lea Donhowe Lovelace to provide a bright and beautiful venue for quality arts education and experiences in the heart of downtown Decorah, IA. Since June 2014, the organization is now directed by husband and wife, Eric and Jenni Petersen-Brant along with an extensive cadre of professional teaching artists, an active board of directors, and a committed base of interns and volunteers who facilitate programming year-round. Working out of two locations, ArtHaus (508 W. Water St.) and ArtHaus Studio (516 W. Water St.), ArtHaus offers professional instruction in visual, performing and literary arts to students of all ages, working with children as young as 2. ArtHaus also hosts free and low-cost events throughout the year such as art fairs, gallery openings, poetry slams, and live music concerts. In addition to structured classes and public arts events, ArtHaus also provides space and mentorship for budding artists through their Youth Apprenticeship Program, creative bonding through Date Nights and Familiy Workshops, and a variety of outreach activities that mobilize individuals to use the power of the arts to have a positive effect on their community. ArtHaus is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All contributions and gifts in support of ArtHaus are tax deductible.