At The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit, we work hard to be a warm, welcoming space where everyone feels at home. Our building, a beautifully repurposed old firehouse in the center of town, is where we bring people together through art, education, conversation, and genuine community connection.
Our mission is simple:
We want to inspire creativity, encourage lifelong learning, and nurture a true sense of purpose and belonging.
Everything we do is rooted in that mission.
We offer a little something for everyone. You will find hands-on art workshops, cooking classes, book discussions, concerts, and exhibits showcasing local artists. We are also proud of the programs that support specific community needs, like our Memory Café for individuals living with memory loss and their caregivers, and our Craft & Chat group that gives adults with physical or intellectual disabilities a fun, social place to create and connect. With groups devoted to weaving, writing, songwriting, and open dialogue, there is always something happening inside our doors.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we rely on community support to keep our programs affordable and accessible to all. Through donations and our Friends program, supporters help us sustain everything from art supplies to free concerts to the everyday operations that keep our doors open.
At the end of the day, we are more than an arts and education center. We are a vibrant, community-driven hub that strengthens creativity, connection, and belonging, one class, one conversation, and one gathering at a time.