The Lawrence Arts Center Seeks a Dynamic Leader as its Next Executive Director
The Executive Director leads the Lawrence Arts Center, playing a key role in shaping the cultural landscape and advancing the arts and the Lawrence Arts Center. The Executive Director is responsible for providing visionary leadership, strategic direction, and effective management to ensure the Arts Center achieves its mission, vision, and goals. This role requires a deep commitment to the arts, strong business acumen, and the ability to build and nurture relationships with stakeholders, donors, and the community. This position requires a dynamic and visionary leader who can navigate the intersection of art, business, and community engagement.
Full Position Description and Application Details!
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
Performing Arts
(Applications accepted on a rolling basis)
Adult Visual Arts Education
School of Dance
Make a Difference in the Community
Working at Lawrence Arts Center gives you the unique opportunity to experience the wide world of artistic expression while supporting our vision of bringing art to all.
Art is for everyone
The Lawrence Arts Center Story
The mission of the Lawrence Arts Center is to ensure art is for everyone through education, exhibitions, and performances.
Since 1975, Lawrence Arts Center has been the go-to arts facility in Lawrence.
Created around a vision of providing a space for everyone to experience the visual arts, performing arts and beyond, we’re a destination for accessible art exhibitions, performances, and classes for kids and adults alike in mediums from printmaking to ballet.

Lawrence Arts Center's
Core Values

Creation & Education
Engaging creativity and lifelong learning are essential ways of supporting strong communities.
Inclusivity & Approachability
We’re always challenging the status quo to ensure our community has the most inclusive arts center possible.
Community & Connection
Art is all about creating connections between people, and it’s those relationships we strive for each and every day.
Benefits of Working at Lawrence Arts Center
Community Engagement
Lawrence Arts Centers offers our members and employees fresh, unique ways to engage with the Lawrence community.
Varied Experiences
From exhibitions to classes to events, immerse yourself in an artistic experience unlike anywhere else.
Class Discounts
That’s right! Employees can take classes of all kinds at a discounted rate.
Benefits Packages
Including paid time off, medical coverage, and 401(k) matching for full-time employees.