Art Community Engagement
Has Cali Commons (or the building’s former lives) had an impact on you as an artist, visitor, or neighbor? Please share with us!
Support Local Artists
Join us for our pop-up art shows featuring local and regional artists. Engage with creativity and community while supporting emerging talents in Omaha and surrounding areas throughout the year.
Artist Development Workshops
We offer workshops aimed at enhancing presentation skills for artists, helping them prepare for their first shows and providing guidance on showcasing their work effectively to the community.
Kids Art Program
Our summer art program for kids spans eight weeks, designed to inspire creativity and artistic expression while fostering community connections through engaging activities and workshops led by local artists.
Community opportunities
In addition to visual arts, we support local stand-up comedians by hosting showcase events, providing a platform for them to share their talent and connect with audiences in a vibrant community setting.
How does Cali Commons fit into the community?
Cali Commons is part of the Castle and Cathedral Creative District which seeks to “use and celebrate the power of the arts to build community, inspire cultural creation, and strengthen the ability of cultural and artistic organizations in the district to achieve (and drive) social and economic success.”
Creative Districts, established and celebrated by the Nebraska Art Council, “are designated cultural and economic areas where innovation flourishes and neighborhoods come together in the name of art. They provide significant economic impact by creating purposeful spaces like art galleries, theatres, and music venues, attracting employees and businesses.”
Cali Commons also is a member of and hosts Joslyn Castle Neighborhood Association (JCNA) meetings. JCNA organizes neighborhood clean-up days, plants trees, maintains their Little Free Library stocked, advocates for neighborhood in issues of zoning and regulations, and keep our neighbors informed about important issues.