Hammond Regional Arts Center

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day!

Happy Mother's Day! 🐘💙

Here’s to the elephantastic parents, caregivers, and loved ones who always have our backs (and our trunks)!

🎨 Eric Carle, Illustration for Do Bears Have Mothers Too? by Aileen Fisher. Collection of Eric and Barbara Carle. © 1973 Penguin Random House LLC.

05/11/2025

🍸✨ A huge THANK YOU to all the amazing bars and restaurants who brought the flavor, flair, and fun to Art of the Cocktail 2025! ✨🍹

Your creativity, energy, and signature sips helped make this year’s event an unforgettable night in Downtown Hammond. From bold concoctions to beautifully crafted cocktails, every stop on the stroll was a treat for the senses — and we couldn’t have done it without YOU.

We’re so proud to work alongside such a vibrant hospitality community that supports the arts and keeps our local culture thriving. Thank you for shaking things up with us and helping us celebrate in true HRAC style! 🥂

05/11/2025

✨ A heartfelt THANK YOU to all of our incredible Art of the Cocktail 2025 sponsors and donors! ✨

Your generous support helped make this year’s event one of our best yet — full of creativity, community, and, of course, some unforgettable cocktails. 🍸💛

We’re so grateful to have partners who believe in the power of the arts and help us continue our mission to enrich lives through cultural programming in Tangipahoa. From all of us at HRAC, thank you for being such an essential part of this celebration!

Let’s raise a glass to all of you — we couldn’t have done it without you! 🥂

05/11/2025

Cheers to the winners of Art of the Cocktail 2025!

took home the Judge’s Choice Award, and .hammond wowed the crowd to win the People’s Choice Award!

Thank you to everyone who came out, sipped, voted, and made this year’s event a night to remember. Until next time — keep raising the bar!

05/10/2025

All tickets are SOLD OUT! 💫 Thank you for supporting the arts locally! Have a great night!

05/10/2025

🍸✨ Art of the Cocktail is TOMORROW! ✨🍸

Downtown Hammond is about to be filled with flavor, creativity, and signature sips — are YOU ready?

🎟️ Online ticket sales close at 12 PM on Saturday, May 10! While tickets last, you can grab yours before the deadline. If we’re not sold out, a limited number of General Admission tickets will be available at the door — but heads up, prices will go up!

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of cocktails, culture, and community. Lock in your ticket today and join us for a one-of-a-kind experience!

🔗 Get your tickets now at https://hammondarts.org/art-of-the-cocktail. If you have any questions, they may be answered on our FAQ page, so take a look at https://hammondarts.org/art-of-the-cocktail-faq.

We will see you tomorrow!

05/09/2025

🎉 Get ready to DANCE this summer! 🎉
The Hammond Regional Arts Center’s ARTisTRY Dance & Movement Camp is the perfect way for kids to stay active, creative, and confident all while having a blast!

🗓 June 16–20
🕙 10 AM – 12 PM
👯‍♀️ Ages 9–14

Each day of this week-long camp brings something fresh and fun, as campers explore new dance genres — from the elegance of ballet, to the rhythm of jazz, the fluidity of contemporary, and the energy of hip-hop! 💃🕺

Led by professional dance instructor Ashanti McLaurin-Smith, this camp is designed to help kids grow their skills, try new techniques, and most importantly, have FUN through movement. Whether your child is an experienced dancer or just loves to move to the music, this camp offers something for everyone.

🌟 Expect creativity, confidence-building, new friendships, and plenty of moments your child will remember long after the music stops.

Spots are limited and filling fast — give your child the gift of dance this summer!

👉 Register today at https://hammondarts.org/artistry-summer-camp

05/08/2025

🍸 We’re raising a glass to all the amazing bars and restaurants participating in this year’s Art of the Cocktail! 🥂✨

Their creativity and signature drinks are what make this event so special, and we can’t wait for you to taste what they’ve crafted. From fresh flavors to bold blends, these local spots are ready to bring the sip-worthy magic to Downtown Hammond.

Get ready to stroll, sample, and celebrate with the best in the biz! 🍹🎉

Benteaux - Downtown Hammond
Brady's Restaurant
Cate Street Seafood Station
Cena; Hammond
Crescent Bar
The Depeaux
Eclipse at Lighthouse Coastal Brasserie
Jacmel Inn Restaurant
Mariners of Hammond
Our Mom's Restaurant & Bar
The Spot
The SteaKhouse
Truth Ho**ah Lounge of Hammond

05/07/2025

🎨🩰🎭 Meet the incredible teaching artists behind this year’s ARTisTRY Summer Camps at HRAC!

From painting to performing, your kids will be guided by a talented team of professional educators:

👩‍🎨 Shayla Kelly & Juline Neal – Visual Arts (Ages 6–11) || SOLD OUT
🎨 Jordan Kenning – Visual Arts (Ages 12–16)
🕺 Ashanti McLaurin-Smith – Dance & Movement
🎬 Chad Winters – Young Actors Camp

With their creative expertise and passion for teaching, our campers are in the best hands this summer! ✨

📅 Limited spots still available but they're going fast, so register today at https://hammondarts.org/artistry-summer-camp!

05/06/2025

🏆 What bar or restaurant will go home with one of these amazing Art of the Cocktail 2025 "Best Cocktail" awards by Romano Promo? You be the judge! The People's Choice Award is chosen by participant votes. The Judge's Choice is based on objective ranking by a panel of 3 secret judges, grading taste, presentation and overall creativity.

Join us for the fun! Limited tickets available. Secure your spot at www.hammondarts.org.

05/06/2025

🎉 It’s here—Give NOLA Day is TODAY!

Today is your chance to make a real difference in the cultural life of Tangipahoa Parish by supporting the Hammond Regional Arts Center. From gallery exhibitions that inspire, to hands-on creative classes, to live performances, your donation helps us keep art alive, thriving, and accessible to all.

By donating, you’re helping us:
🖌️ Bring art education to local youth an adults alike
🎶 Provide free community events that celebrate culture
🎨 Support emerging and professional artists
💡 Inspire creativity that enriches our region

HRAC is committed to building a creative, connected community—and we can’t do it without you. Whatever the amount, your gift is a powerful vote of confidence in the value of the arts.

🌟 Let’s make a lasting impact. Donate today at www.givenola.org/organization/hrac

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