Kimball Art Center and National Ability Center to Provide Art Programs for Veterans, Children and More

Today, the Kimball Art Center announced a partnership with the National Ability Center in Park City to provide customized art programs to veterans, children and families of all abilities.

This marks the continuation of a growing partnership between the National Ability Center and Kimball Art Center started in 2013. The inclusive partnership infuses art classes and activities into National Ability Center recreational and education camps and programs. Art classes such as printmaking, clay, mixed media and more will be available at day camps, adventure camps and overnight camps, and anyone can participate, regardless of age, ability level or ability to pay. The partnership with the Kimball Art Center also benefits numerous other programs the National Ability Center supports through therapeutic recreational activities and programs, including veterans with disabilities and active duty injured service members and their families.

"Our goal at the National Ability Center is to build self-esteem, confidence and lifetime skills, which we do through a variety of activities and programs," said Ellen Adams, program director at the National Ability Center. "We believe art is one of the most inclusive mediums we can use to empower individuals of all abilities, and we're excited to partner with the Kimball Art Center to provide these influential programs to our participants."

Numerous art classes, which are held at both the National Ability Center and Kimball Art Center, can be tailored to all ages and levels of ability, allowing any interested individuals or groups to participate. Many of the instructors, volunteers and staff members have gone through adaptive training and art training to give everyone involved the tools they need to make the program successful. Each program is evaluated closely to make any needed adjustments for future events.

"The National Ability Center is dedicated to providing meaningful, empowering and inspiring experiences, which makes them the perfect partner for the Kimball Art Center," said Robin Marrouche, executive director of the Kimball Art Center. "Art has the ability to really impact people in a way that is unique to each individual. This partnership allows us to connect with a new facet of the community and enrich National Ability Center programs with art."

Those interested in participating in any of the summer programs can contact the National Ability Center at discovernac.org. To volunteer at any of these events, feel free to contact either the National Ability Center or the Kimball Art Center.

About the Kimball Art Center

Since 1976, the Kimball Art Center (KAC) has been the heart of Park City's historic and vibrant arts community. The non-profit center for the arts is committed to engaging individuals of all ages in diverse and inspiring experiences through education, exhibitions and events - including the annual Park City Kimball Arts Festival, Utah's original and longest-running visual arts festival, now in its 46th year. As the KAC's biggest fundraiser, proceeds from the festival allow the center to provide free, year-round art exhibitions, gallery tours, monthly "Art Talks" as well as art education outreach to teachers, students and the community. For more information on the KAC and its numerous community offerings and programs, please visit www.kimballartcenter.org.

About the National Ability Center

The National Ability Center empowers individuals of all abilities by building self-esteem, confidence and lifetime skills through sport, recreation and educational programs. Located in Park City, Utah, it is one of the largest community programs in the country that provides sports and recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The National Ability Center is recognized as a chapter of Disabled Sports USA and a US Paralympic Sports Club. World-class facilities and program excellence have also elevated the National Ability Center to be a premier provider and partner in the delivery of programs directly supported by the Wounded Warrior Project and the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship. The National Ability Center provides more than 22,000 experiences each year. For more information, visit www.discovernac.org.