The Arts at Converse

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Our entire campus is a celebration of the arts and Converse's commitment to "Creativity That Works." From gallery exhibits, outdoor sculptures, operas, orchestra concerts, theatre and ballet performances, and many other expressions, it is clear that the arts are integrated into every element of the Converse experience.

8 stops

1

Carmichael Hall

Academics · Administration

2

Wilson Hall

Administration · Admissions

3

Blackman Music Hall

Outdoor Art · Performance Venue

4

Mickel Library

Academics · STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)

5

Twichell Auditorium at the Zimmerli Performance Center

Exhibit Space · Performance Venue

6

John Bald Scene Shop

Art & Design · Theatre and Dance

7

Lawson Academy of the Arts

Music · Performance Venue

8

Milliken Fine Arts Building

Art & Design · Outdoor Art

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