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Vision

Legacy Arts planning

Mission:
A collaboration of small businesses fostering the growth of culture and creativity in downtown Lima by showcasing and nurturing regional artists and entrepreneurs.

Goals:
Retaining arts and culture
Cultivation of creative economy.
Showcasing of local talent
Building pride in region
Changing people’s perception

Legacy Arts is a nonprofit working to foster art and entrepreneurship in Lima while providing unique and engaging entertainment options for our community. Through our events, we inspire, educate and increase the quality of life for patrons of all ages and walks of life, building pride in our community. Through these efforts, we aim to retain Lima natives and attract professionals from outside the area who can view Lima as a place to ‘Leave Their Mark’.

Our History

May 2017
Alter Ego Teams Up with Rustgaze Records for a Benefit Concert for The Michael J Fox Parkinson’s Foundation
November 2017
NOW Marketing Group teams up with Rustgaze Records for Civic Center Show
April 2019
The Meeting Place on Market hosts the record release party for Rustgaze Records artist, Logan Ross.
May 2019
Alter Ego Comics, Legacy Sounds Studio, The Meeting Place on Market, Rustgaze Records and Shop for Good form Legacy Arts. Their mission, to foster the growth of local art, music, and entrepreneurship in Lima.
September 2019
The Legacy Arts Street Party debuts on West Street outside of The Meeting Place. The full-day event features 25 vendors, kids art activities, food trucks, and live music.
November 2019
Live at The Lab (Legacy Arts Building) holds its first event: Weird Paul Petroskey, with special guest, Saturn Boy.
December 2019
Rustgaze Records presents a Ledge Dwellin’ Christmas Live at The Lab. Donations to Toys for Tots are collected.
January 2020
Beans on Parade Comedy Group performs Live at The Lab
February 2020
Legacy Arts Presents Winterfest Live at The Lab with proceeds benefiting ArtSpace Lima
December 2020
NOW Marketing Group moves into The Legacy Arts Building and joins the group
January 2021
Purple Feet Wine Boutique moves into The Legacy Arts Building and joins the group
February 2021
Renovations begin at The Legacy Arts Building including: a new studio for Legacy Sounds, completely renovated Live at The Lab space and modifications for Purple Feet Wine Boutique

Dreams, Collaboration, and Creativity

In a world where we are constantly bombarded with information, it’s hard to stand out. We all have too much on our plates and not enough time in the day, so it can be difficult to leave your mark. But that doesn’t mean you should give up hope!

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