Canvas Institute In The Media
Canvas Institute is 501-C3 that opened its doors to the public in January 2016, hosting many successful events with great attendance and gaining the attention of local and international press.
Leading the charge as the first multidisciplinary arts and culture space in Downtown Staten Island, Canvas seeks to increase the positive impact of community driven artists, scholars, and civic leaders. Canvas' public programs, discussions, and quarterly art exhibits attract local and visiting audiences promoting open dialogue, creativity, and intentional action.
The Canvas Institute has been featured in several news articles, digital blogs and video media throughout the years. Check out our links below to see the media attention Canvas Institute has gained from impacting and assisting our community.
Canvas Institute Media Timeline
2016
Top Tokyo DJ to play closing party for Staten Island's 'CANVAS'
'CANVAS' art expo hosts popular DJ, artist in Stapleton
8 great things to do on Staten Island: From CANVAS to 'Ice Palace'
Beyonce's Staten Island connection makes 'Lemonade'
2017
Bored with the solar eclipse? Catch 'Stardust' in Tompkinsville
Free screening of acclaimed '13th' documentary to honor MLK legacy
2018
Black Heritage Night celebrates empowerment and art in Tompkinsville
28 things to do this weekend on Staten Island: Feb. 16-18
12 things to do on Staten Island this weekend: Music, movies and more
From sing-alongs to sweater parties: 22 things to do on S.I. this weekend
18 fun things to do on S.I. this weekend: 'Christmas Carol' to candlelight
16 things to do on Staten Island this weekend: 'Sea' album release, 'Spectacular' in St. George & more
19 great things to do this weekend on Staten Island: June 28-July 1
Staten Island Children's Museum celebrates International Women's Day
25 great things to do this weekend on Staten Island: Feb. 9-11 (updates)
Food trucks, festivals, fun: 18 things to do on Staten Island this weekend
Black History Month events on Staten Island: #ArtOfTheProtest, open mic & more
2019
Local activists to collect boots for deported and homeless veterans
12 things to do on Staten Island this weekend: Lantern Festival's last hurrah, '80s night & more
What to do on Staten Island: Hot 97 hip-hop show, 'Casablanca,' winter walk & morE
What to do on Staten Island this weekend: Local theater, reggae music, NYC Women's March & more
Weekend Alert: Ten ways to get out on Staten Island this weekend
2020
Weekend Alert: Fundraisers galore, The Irish Tenors, The Duprees, a gay pride dance, art exhibits and more!
Weekend Alert: Catch live theater, take nature walks, peruse art shows, readings and much more!
