A place to express yourself, discover hidden talents, connect with others, and find new possibilities through the power of creativity.
Discover the Vision ↓Art can give us a voice when words are difficult to find. It can build confidence, spark friendships, introduce new skills, and remind us that our stories are still being written.
At Do Hard Things, we envision a welcoming Arts & Creativity space where children, adults, families, individuals rebuilding their lives, and experienced artists can learn, make, share, and grow together.
Our goal is to bring creative opportunities to the whole community, with programs developed alongside artists, educators, and nonprofit partners.
Imagine coming to the campus after a hard day and discovering a painting workshop, a music lesson, a pottery class, or a theater group. Maybe you have never considered yourself creative. Maybe you once loved art but lost the time or confidence to pursue it.
Here, you could try something new, meet people who encourage you, and leave with more than something you made—with a renewed sense of possibility.
Painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media, and community art projects for all experience levels.
Music-making, singing, instruments, dance, theater, and opportunities to build confidence through performance.
Pottery, textiles, woodworking, crafts, and other creative skills taught in appropriate, supervised settings.
Creative writing, journaling, poetry, and opportunities to share stories in ways that feel safe and empowering.
Photography, graphic design, filmmaking, and digital-media workshops that can open doors to new interests and careers.
Exhibitions, performances, intergenerational workshops, collaborative murals, and events that bring neighbors together.
For someone transitioning from incarceration, healing from trauma, exploring recovery, or simply navigating a difficult season, creativity may offer a meaningful way to practice new skills, develop healthy routines, and reconnect with others. For a child or young adult, it can be a first chance to discover a lifelong passion.
Artistic expression can complement—not replace—professional mental health services when those are needed.
We don't believe every program needs to be operated by Do Hard Things. Established arts nonprofits, teaching artists, schools, and creative organizations could bring their expertise to the campus, offering classes, mentoring, exhibitions, and special events.
The Mall of Dreams could also give a growing arts nonprofit room to start small, share resources with other organizations, and expand its presence as opportunities develop.
Explore the Mall of Dreams →A nonprofit arts educator could teach a workshop while another organization helps participants with transportation or childcare. Local artists might mentor emerging talent. A student might discover a creative career pathway through a community exhibition.
These are possibilities to develop with future partners—not programs or partnerships already confirmed.
We're interested in hearing from artists, arts organizations, educators, mentors, volunteers, and supporters who want to help make creative opportunities more accessible.
Arts & Creativity is a proposed future campus area. Facilities, classes, instructors, and partnerships will be determined through planning and appropriate agreements.