The Cliff Dwellers pulsates with artistic energy.
Exhibitions featuring both established and emerging sculptors showcase a variety of styles and materials. Evenings come alive with musical performances, ranging from classical chamber groups to the smooth sounds of jazz ensembles. The artistic spirit extends beyond the club walls with organized outings to theatrical productions, followed by lively discussions that delve deeper into the themes and artistic choices.
For those who prefer quieter pursuits, the Cliff Dwellers offers a haven for literary exploration. The book club delves into a diverse range of genres, sparking thoughtful discussions and introducing members to new literary voices. For the visually inclined, photography exhibits capture the world through different lenses, while the sketch club provides a space for members to hone their artistic skills in a supportive environment. Rounding out the offerings, the Architectural Table and history lecture series provide intellectual feasts, delving into the stories behind the structures that shape our world and the events that colored the past. The Cliff Dwellers’ calendar ensures that there’s truly something for every artistic inclination.
Recent Events & Programs
Support for the Arts
Since 2000, The Club’s Artists-in-Residence program has supported local younger artists and performers between the ages of 24 and 38 to come together during a one- year period to foster a mutual appreciation of the inter-relationship of the arts and to provide a site both for meetings and the presentation of their abilities to a compatible audience of Club members. AIR awardees pay no dues during their two-year class term, and then have the option to apply for full Club membership upon completion of the program. Applications are solicited every two years.
The Cliff Dwellers Arts Foundation, a separate, not-for- profit affiliate, makes grants to arts-oriented organizations and individuals, presenting events at The Club such as concerts, performances, and films, and sponsoring an annual music competition. Grant recipients are chosen by the full Board from qualified applications received by a set deadline each spring and fall; applications are available online and members are encouraged to invite their favorite groups to apply.
