ABOUT
The mission of GSCA is to create unity and connection, especially through the arts, in an inner-city neighborhood with racial and economic diversity. The arts center creates a supportive community and focuses on its youth. The center presents a broad spectrum of arts programs and performances that encourage art as a natural tool of expression available to everyone. By restoring historic St. Anthony’s church as its home, the arts center creates and nurtures a link with the unique living history of the local community.
Getting St. Anthony's Ready
tom.mcpheeters — Mon, 03/10/2008
The interior of St. Anthony's is a symphony of activity as we get our building ready for our first events of the season on March 29 — Walls being scraped and re-plastered, floors repaired, finishing work on the new bathrooms, and much more. We're almost there, and we need everybody's help. Our next work party is Saturday, March 22, starting at 10 a.m. and we welcome your help. Many people are already volunteering at other times, and there is plenty to do and opportunities for all skill levels. Contact Tom at 433-0679, or tom.mcpheeters@grandarts.org With our current building code status,
A Brief History of Saint Anthony's
tom.mcpheeters — Mon, 03/10/2008
St. Anthony’s Church was built in 1907 under the direction of architect Charles Ogden to serve the growing Italian community in Albany. By the 1920s the congregation had grown, and the building was substantially enlarged and rebuilt in 1927-28 under the direction of architect John Gander. At that time the building was expanded eastward by approximately 32 feet, the chapel wing (with confessionals) was added, the north and south walls were moved out to widen the sanctuary with side aisles, the floor was lowered and the basement level was made into a church hall with a stage and a kitchen.
Share Your Saint Anthony's Story
tom.mcpheeters — Mon, 03/10/2008
We have heard many wonderful stories about life in the old neighborhood and the important role played by St. Anthony's. We would like to create a space where people can share their memories and photographs of St. Anthony's, the festivals on Grand Street and life in the old neighborhood.
Please e-mail your story and/or pictures to stories@grandarts.org
alternatively you can enter your story into the comment section below.