The Center provides support services and programs to emerging visual artists to help them build sustainable careers. By sharing its resources with regional artists, the Center contributes to the cultural and economic growth of the region.

“With a mission to cultivate, nurture, and advance the careers of emerging visual artists while simultaneously expanding opportunities for the public to discover and connect with art, CFEVA’s services are designed to: raise the profile of Philadelphia’s professional artists, foster artistic experimentation and innovation, and showcase how vibrant artistic communities boost cultural tourism and foster economic development. ”