Launchpad Carbondale

The Launchpad is a community 'Space for the Arts' and a partnership between Dance Initiative and the Carbondale Arts (formerly CCAH). Dance Initiative recognized a growing need for affordable and accessible space for movement-based artists and musicians to teach, create and rehearse. Carbondale Arts recognized the need to create increased economy and visibility for local artists by bringing its R2

Gallery back to Carbondale's Main Street corridor, and to house Creative District operations in a central location. In the spirit of inclusivity and with a realistic goal of providing a more robust arts experience for creatives of all disciplines, Carbondale Arts & Dance Initiative joined forces to bring you The Launchpad. The Launchpad features two professional grade performing arts studios available for public use, a spacious fine art gallery and promenade, and our "Artique": a curious little shop offering unique curated goods coming in 2015. Also in the near future, we plan to create an outdoor community sculpture garden and gathering space.