The former Bing Theater located at 716 Sumner Avenue in Springfield's Forest Park neighborhood is being renovated for use as a multi-use, nonprofit, community arts center. In addition to a new roof and extensive interior repairs, new H/VAC, a new electrical system, fire and security alarms, all new toilets and sinks, new windows and doors, and full insulation have been put in place.
The new community cultural hub will present exhibitions, performances, art classes, and motion picture screenings to the public. A community art gallery will offer exhibitions, classes and motion picture presentations to the public. Meeting space for community and neighborhood groups will also be available. This venue is being created with the intent of providing broader accessibility to the arts. We envision the Bing Arts Center as a place which will enable our citizens of all ages, ethnic groups, genders, orientation, and economic status to gather, experience and build the unifying bonds of civilization and community that active participation in the arts can and will provide.
