Your questions, answered.

Skyland is a multi-use creative and community-focused venue designed to host events, arts programming, live performances, film screenings, workshops, and family-friendly activities while revitalizing a historic local building.

We are inspired by other art foundations that have a similar community and physical space - check out The Whistler Arts Foundation and The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod to see where we are drawing inspiration from!

We define the arts broadly. For Skyland, the arts include visual art, music, film, theater, performance, comedy, writing, storytelling, design, craft, culinary experiences, creative workshops, cultural events, and community gatherings that bring people together through creativity.

This is not just about traditional art. It is about creating more opportunities for people to make, share, learn, gather, celebrate, and experience something meaningful in the mountains.

Yes. Skyland Arts Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

We use “Skyland” to describe the connected mountain communities across the region, including Crestline, Twin Peaks, Lake Arrowhead, Blue Jay, and Green Valley Lake.

We are building a flexible arts and community space for performances, movies, classes, markets, workshops, celebrations, exhibitions, and events year-round.

No. Artists are central to the mission, but the space is for the whole community. It will be a place for locals, families, visitors, performers, makers, students, small businesses, nonprofits, and community groups to gather, learn, celebrate, and experience something new.

Yes. We welcome business sponsorships, in-kind contributions, services, employee volunteer support, event partnerships, and community collaborations.

No. While some adult events may include alcohol service, Skyland is not intended to function as a traditional bar or nightclub. The vision is much broader and centered around arts, culture, community, and creative experiences.

Yes, in a new form. Our vision includes a micro movie theater: new releases, classic films, film festivals, premieres and community movie nights, honoring the building's movie-house roots.

Both. Skyland aims to create something locals genuinely benefit from while also attracting visitors who help support the local economy.

No. Many events would be completely alcohol-free, including family events, workshops, youth programs, and community gatherings.

Parking and access are an important part of our planning. We are exploring a combination of nearby parking (including a 70+ public park-n-ride nearby), drop-off areas, shuttle options, and partnerships to make events as easy as possible for guests.

We are also in conversation with local transportation partners about how to support larger events and reduce congestion when needed.

The team behind Skyland comes from a background in filmmaking, events, and creative production. That experience helps bring professional-quality programming, technical knowledge, and unique opportunities to the mountain community.

That is one of the goals! A successful Skyland could help create jobs, increase tourism spending, support local vendors, and bring additional activity to nearby businesses.

We are renovating the building now. The opening timeline depends on our current fundraising campaign. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know.

Yes. The renovated building is being designed to be fully accessible, with step-free entry and accessible restrooms.

Yes. There is already a great creative community on the mountain, and we want to work alongside it, not replace it. If you are part of a local group, we would love to hear from you.

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Skyland Arts Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Your gift supports the next phase of the building, including buildout, code requirements, event infrastructure, seating, lighting, sound, projection, furnishings, and launch operations

Financial contributions are the most direct way to help us complete the next phase of the building, BUT we are also looking for many kinds of support.

We are currently seeking:

• Donations to help fund the building, equipment, and launch costs

• Major gifts from individuals or families who want to help bring the space to life

• Business sponsorships from local and regional companies

• Professional services including construction, design, legal, accounting, marketing, event production, and technical support

• Programming partners including artists, instructors, performers, filmmakers, chefs, makers, educators, and cultural organizations

• Community connections to donors, foundations, sponsors, grant opportunities, vendors, and potential partners

• Volunteers to support events, outreach, setup, hospitality, and future programming

• Board and advisory support from people with experience in fundraising, nonprofit leadership, arts programming, construction, real estate, finance, operations, or community building

• In-kind donations of materials, furniture, equipment, fixtures, tools, supplies, and services

  • Building materials and finish supplies, furniture, fixtures, and outdoor furnishings

  • Sound, lighting, projection, and event equipment

  • Kitchen, bar, and hospitality equipment

  • Art, classroom, and workshop supplies

  • Construction, trade, design, and technical services

  • Legal, accounting, grant writing, marketing, and fundraising support

  • Photography, video, event production, and programming support

  • Introductions to donors, sponsors, vendors, foundations, and community partners

• Employer matching gifts, which can double the impact of your donation

To offer services or an in-kind donation, email info@skylandartsfoundation.org with what you have in mind.

Yes. Major gifts, business sponsorships, and naming-level contributions can help accelerate the project. Contact us to discuss options at jonathan@skylandartsfoundation.org

Yes. Donors will receive a contribution receipt for their records.

Yes. We are actively exploring grants, foundation support, public funding opportunities, and private philanthropy.

Because many grants require matching funds, proof of community support, or a more complete project plan, our current fundraising campaign is an important step. Strong early support helps make Skyland more competitive for future grant funding.

Yes. Many locals have expressed the need for more indoor gathering spaces, arts programming, and safe places for young people to spend time. Skyland hopes to help fill that gap.

The plan is to use flexible, retractable seating rather than permanent fixed seats. This allows the main hall to transform depending on the event.

In theater mode, seating can telescope out for movies, performances, talks, and screenings. For markets, weddings, concerts, workshops, and community events, the seating can fold away to create an open floor.

The building is being designed as a flexible, multi-use venue. The main hall can shift between different “modes” depending on the event, including:

• movie theater or screening room

• performance venue

• concert hall

• wedding or private event space

• farmers market or craft fair

• art gallery

• workshop or class space

• community gathering or fundraiser

Flexible seating, movable furniture, staging, lighting, and event infrastructure will allow the same space to serve many purposes year-round.

Yes. The goal is to offer rentals for community events, workshops, meetings, art shows, nonprofit gatherings, celebrations, and creative projects. The long-term plan includes private rentals and community events. More information about rentals, availability, and pricing will be shared as the building gets closer to opening.

See the rooms and send a booking inquiry on our Rent the Space page.

Historic gathering spaces help define the identity of mountain towns. Skyland aims to restore the building into something meaningful rather than allowing it to disappear.

Yes. We are interested in hearing from artists, instructors, performers, filmmakers, chefs, makers, educators, producers, and community partners who want to help create future programming. Tell us about your work or share an idea.

Activities could include concerts, movie nights, art classes, writing workshops, vendor fairs, theater performances, educational talks, creative meetups, seasonal events, and community fundraisers.

The space is being designed for many uses, including film screenings, concerts, theater, comedy, art shows, workshops, classes, farmers markets, craft fairs, weddings, fundraisers, kids’ events, talks, tastings, and community gatherings.

We have so many things on the table and ideas , but we would love to hear from you! Head over to our Submit an Idea page to see ideas in the works or to share your ideas.

Yes, please! Head over to our Share an Idea page and tell us what you'd love to see.

Absolutely. Family-friendly programming and safe gathering opportunities for teenagers and students are an important part of the vision.

Anyone hosting an arts, culture or community event in the Skyland region can submit it here. It's free, and our team reviews every listing before it goes live.

We hope so. When the outdoor farmers market closes for the season, the main hall can become its winter home, with room for rows of local growers, bakers and makers and the garage door open on nice days. If you're a vendor or market organizer, we'd love to hear from you.

Yes, that's the plan. The lobby will double as a rotating gallery for local artists, with opening-night parties where people can meet the artists and buy their work. Tell us about your work to be considered.

Pricing will vary depending on the type of event. Some programs may be free or low-cost, while others, such as ticketed performances, screenings, workshops, concerts, or special events, may have higher ticket prices.

Our goal is to create a range of accessible options so that Skyland can offer both community-friendly programming and high-quality cultural events.

Yes. Full timers and “part time locals” are the core pillars of the community. We are planning a membership model that will offer locals, early supporters, and founding members special benefits, including early access to tickets, discounted pricing, and invitations to select events.

We want the space to serve the people who live here, while also welcoming visitors and seasonal residents who care about the future of the region.

Yes. Skyland Arts Foundation plans to offer memberships for people who want to support the space and stay closely connected to future programming. Memberships may include benefits such as:

• early access to tickets and reservations

• discounted event pricing

• invitations to member previews and special events

• updates on programming and building progress

• opportunities to support the launch of the space from the beginning