ARTWORK BY SUE SHEPHERD
A CREATIVE HUB FOR THE COMMUNITY
Established in 2012, The Bank Arts Centre is a not-for-profit community project run by Eyes Open CIC. We are a volunteer-led creative hub working to make the arts accessible and inclusive to our rural community. Based in a grade-II listed ex-midlands Bank building in the centre of Eye, Suffolk, we host an eclectic programme of exhibitions, live music, theatre, comedy, activities, workshops and classes alongside our family friendly café.
The Bank is a place where anyone can come along and feel welcome and involved. Enjoy a coffee and explore creativity with us!
Established in 2012, The Bank Arts Centre is a not-for-profit community project run by Eyes Open CIC. We are a volunteer-led creative hub working to make the arts accessible and inclusive to our rural community. Based in a grade-II listed ex-midlands Bank building in the centre of Eye, Suffolk, we host an eclectic programme of exhibitions, live music, theatre, comedy, activities, workshops and classes alongside our family friendly café.
The Bank is a place where anyone can come along and feel welcome and involved. Enjoy a coffee and explore creativity with us!
INVESTING IN CREATIVITY - OUR VISION
At The Bank, we believe creativity it is the most powerful tool to achieving long-lasting positive change therefore we are committed to investing in creativity to ensure the creative arts are accessible, enjoyable, and affordable for all. We hope to create a diverse and enriched environment where every individual feels inspired to explore and play with creative practices, build meaningful connections though engaging with others, and grow self-confidence and skills to unlock personal potential.
We are driven to become a platform supporting all Suffolk-based creatives to showcase the region's incredible talent and promote a healthy and diverse cultural landscape. We champion developing career pathways in the creative industries and aim to provide personal and professional skill development opportunities for all artists and creatives.
We understand the incredible benefits creativity, collaboration and communication can have on our mental health and wellbeing and hope to recognised community hub where everyone feels safe, listened to, and accepted. Through coming together to appreciate and participate in the arts, we hope to encourage our community to become better connected through meaningful and empathetic communication.
Finally, but most importantly, we hope to continue developing our educational Youth Programme to provide equal and engaging opportunities to all children and young adults. By supporting our youth to explore creative practices and develop valuable practical, personal and social skills, we aspire to contribute to the success of our future generations' ingenuity, resilience and compassion.
As an organisation, we aim to:
At The Bank, we believe creativity it is the most powerful tool to achieving long-lasting positive change therefore we are committed to investing in creativity to ensure the creative arts are accessible, enjoyable, and affordable for all. We hope to create a diverse and enriched environment where every individual feels inspired to explore and play with creative practices, build meaningful connections though engaging with others, and grow self-confidence and skills to unlock personal potential.
We are driven to become a platform supporting all Suffolk-based creatives to showcase the region's incredible talent and promote a healthy and diverse cultural landscape. We champion developing career pathways in the creative industries and aim to provide personal and professional skill development opportunities for all artists and creatives.
We understand the incredible benefits creativity, collaboration and communication can have on our mental health and wellbeing and hope to recognised community hub where everyone feels safe, listened to, and accepted. Through coming together to appreciate and participate in the arts, we hope to encourage our community to become better connected through meaningful and empathetic communication.
Finally, but most importantly, we hope to continue developing our educational Youth Programme to provide equal and engaging opportunities to all children and young adults. By supporting our youth to explore creative practices and develop valuable practical, personal and social skills, we aspire to contribute to the success of our future generations' ingenuity, resilience and compassion.
As an organisation, we aim to:
- Encourage participation and engagement in the creative arts and digital
- Provide inclusive and subsidised access to opportunities for personal growth and skills development
- Use creativity to actively address recognised needs within the community
- Provide a safe, welcoming, and compassionate environment for those in need
- Provide a platform to support local artists and champion creative careers
- Provide work experience and employment opportunities to our community
