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We are a dedicated group of educators, artists, and community members united by a shared passion for the arts and their ability to inspire, connect, and transform. We believe that creativity is a powerful force for good, and we are committed to using it to make a meaningful impact in our community.
Through classes, workshops, events, and collaborative programs, we strive to create inclusive spaces where people of all ages and backgrounds can explore their creativity, learn new skills, and build lasting connections.
Our mission is to be a vibrant hub for local artists, provide high-quality arts education, and enrich our community through the transformative power of the arts. We offer a variety of classes, camps, and workshops for both children and adults, creating opportunities for creativity, learning, and connection.
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Our Locations
ArtWorks has three locations, all within the city of Jamestown. Each location serves a different purpose but all collectively work as one.
ArtWorks on the Square
ArtWorks on the Square is home to our dance and aerial silk studio. This location also houses our main office, music and theatre classes, and rehearsal space.
310 Monument Square
Jamestown, Kentucky
ArtWorks on
Main
ArtWorks on Main is home to our Visual Arts Studio and Smart Start Early Arts Education Program. Many locals refer this location as "The Old Library".
94 North Main Street
Jamestown, Kentucky
ArtWorks at the Creek
ArtWorks at the Creek hosts the majority of our Summer Camp programs, including Culinary and Nature Camp.
640 Townbranch Road
Jamestown, Kentucky
Meet Our Staff
Executive Director & Dance Instructor
Cheryl has been dancing from early childhood, trying out steps from musicals and the Mickey Mouse Club on the fireplace hearth. Inspired by her high school dance teacher to pursue further study, Cheryl went on to minor in dance as an undergraduate and then earned her Master of Fine Arts in Modern Dance degree from the University of Utah. She is also a Certified Movement Analyst and Barre Above© Exercise instructor. Before settling in Russell County, Cheryl taught dance and English in elementary, secondary, and post-secondary schools for over 30 years. She and her husband live on their farm in Ono with cows, a horse, Charlie, and their dog, Annie. Cheryl loves dancing, traveling, reading, and swimming in beautiful Lake Cumberland. She serves on the Editorial Boards of the Journal of Dance Education, Dance Education in Practice, and the Laban-Bartenieff Institute of Movement Studies’ Journal.
ArtWorks was her dream for the community, and she enjoys teaching, working with SmartStart, and experiencing the brilliant artists participating in classes, camps, and workshops.
Director of Smart Start & Smart Start Teacher
Leah has enjoyed creating, storytelling, and imaginative play since she was a little girl. She continued to enjoy these things in community theater with a little acting on stage and more so with set and costume design off stage. She is thrilled to bring these elements along with others to ArtWorks. Leah holds a BA from Midway University and pursued her MA from University of the Cumberlands. She has over 11 years of teaching experience. She is active in her church and community by serving on various committees and boards. She loves her family, the arts, teaching, sewing, cooking, and learning. Leah is thankful to be a part of such a wonderful program where children, their creativity, and their uniqueness are all celebrated.
Yoga / Fitness Instructor
"Hello, my name is Genevieve. I am a resident of Russell County and have been all of my life. I am also a personal fitness coach. I am a very active person and have a huge family with several children. It is important for me to stay healthy, flexible, and mobile in life for my children so that I can be here to experience life with them. Yoga has always been one of my favorite ways to manage still getting physical activity in but also relaxing my mind and easing any tension or soreness in my body. I hope to offer a Yoga session with all of the basics that will be easy enough for beginners with a few integrated advanced moves for those who have done it for years."
Genevieve Baughman
Leah Anderson
Cheryl Palonis Adams
Board of Trustees
President
Treasurer
Business Manager
Cheryl Adams
John Adams
Mason Stogsdill
Joy Fletcher
Donnie Wilkerson
Jessica Costa
Vice President
Secretary
Facilities Manager
Kasey Hoskins
Brian Young
Testimonials
"I can't begin to describe what an amazing place and program ArtWorks is for Russell County. The inspired creations made and experienced by kids all across our community during the last three weeks of camp is nothing short of incredible. Russell County is fortunate to have this kind of cultural opportunity available for all families. Art, music, dance, and theater WORKS!"
Lindsey Westerfield
Russell County Public Library Director
"ArtWorks is a wonderful asset to our little town of Jamestown. We have so many talented children so this is a perfect place to help encourage their strengths and talents. The teachers and volunteers were excellent. My little girl loved every minute and couldn't wait to do it all again the next day! Thank you, thank you!"
Jamie Shearer
ArtWorks Parent
"Excellent environment for the children, beautiful installations, wonderful teachers, a place to make new friends!!!!!..My kids loved the art camp, they enjoyed the music, acting, hands on arts and crafts. Couldn't wait for the following day to go and do it all over again!! You guys did an amazing job!!! Thank you for bringing a much needed program like this to Jamestown Ky!!!"
Irma Brown
Camp ArtWorks Parent
Parent Comments from Camp Surveys
"Camp gave her more confidence to speak in front of others. We love everything about Camp ArtWorks!
"The biggest positive impact of the art camp on my child was exposure to different forms of art. My child loved painting. Art camp boosted her self-esteem for sure ."
"All the activities were wonderful - my daughter especially loved the addition of sewing this year! As a parent, the greatest positive impact for me was the staff. Every afternoon I could see my daughter’s confidence grow just a little more - it was so apparent the ArtWorks staff had spoken life into her and encouraged her, teaching her to appreciate what she could do and not compare herself to others. Thank you all so much for that!"
"The teachers are always happy and positive no matter what!"
"Art camp gave him a fun place to be himself and learn new things he doesn’t usually get to do."
"My daughter enjoyed learning the fun activities that the staff planned for. She enjoyed making new friends and making projects. My daughter enjoyed the camp and only had positive things to share about the camp!"