Gulick Arts Hub: Abrons in the Park
August 16, 2025
2pm–4pm
Presented in partnership with the SPARCS initiative, join us at Luther Gulick Park for an afternoon of all-ages arts activities celebrating summer in the city.
Luther Gulick Park is located around the corner from Abrons Arts Center on Delancey Street between Bialystoker Pl. and Columbia St.
Workshops include:
Rhythms of the Diaspora: West African Dance & Drumming: In this high-energy and community-centered session lead by Abrons teaching artist Aatifa Drayton, we will explore the rich cultural traditions of West African dance from Mali and Guinea. Accompanied by live drumming played by Desmond Howard, the workshop will offer an engaging experience rooted in movement, joy, and connection.
Summertime Collages with Emily Manwaring: Come make your own summer-themed collage with Abrons Arts Center teaching artist Emily Manwaring. Play with vibrant colors and joyous images to create an original masterpiece based on your own unique interpretation of this magical season. All supplies will be provided.
Image by Anna Gardner
About SPARCS
Since February 2023, 3x3, in collaboration with CUNY’s Center for Systems and Community Design (CSCD) and Partnerships for Parks, has been working to develop and launch co-designed, park-based programming in four New York City parks. This initiative explores how parks can serve as catalysts for improving residents’ physical and mental well-being.
SPARCS Goals: At its core, SPARCS examines how community-led activations in neighborhood parks can influence health-related outcomes. The study focuses on mental health and well-being indicators— such as anxiety, stress, and loneliness—as well as social and physical well-being measures.
About Luther Gulick Park Arts Hub
The Luther Gulick Park Arts Hub was created in response to community feedback, highlighting a desire to celebrate the neighborhood’s cultural diversity and bring people together through the arts.