Creative Alliance
Address
3134 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 276-1651Website
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4.8/5 (715 reviews)
Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Upcoming Events at Creative Alliance
29 upcoming events, 1 free. Next up: Belly Dance with Naimah Dances — Winter on Thu, Nov 5, then Art To Dine For – Throwback Throwdown the… on Sat, Nov 7.
Thu, Nov 5· Thursdays 6:30pm
Belly Dance with Naimah Dances — Winter
📍 Creative Alliance
Belly dance class offered at Creative Alliance's Creativity Center
Sat, Nov 7· 6:00 PM
Art To Dine For – Throwback Throwdown the Old-Fashioned Way—Vinyl Revolutions
📍 Creative Alliance
An evening listening session with producer/curator, Guy Routte, and former DJ, Music Critic, and Arts Funder, Don Palmer. Guy starts the evening recounting his 2024 multi-media production for Hip Hop at 50, Bebop and Hip Hop – a collaboration with Fab 5 Freddy for Max Roach’s 100 birthday celebration. This was a rumination on the 1983 Fab Five Freddy/Max Roach collaboration – Estate Fresh at NYC’s The Kitchen. This will be followed by Don Palmer, who attended that event, spinning vinyl related t
Sat, Nov 7· 12:00pm-1:00pm
Community Yoga
📍 Creative Alliance
A community yoga class suitable for all ages, offering wellness and mindfulness in a family-friendly environment.
Sat, Nov 7· 3:30 PM
Wondering & Wandering: Photo Workshop
📍 Creative Alliance
Join Lyon for a 3-hour hands-on photography workshop exploring the streets of Highlandtown. You’ll learn to notice patterns, capture the beauty of city life, and connect with fellow creatives, no experience necessary. This workshop is designed for all skill levels. Whether you’re taking photos for the first time or you’re a seasoned photographer seeking feedback from an experienced artist, you’re welcome here.
Sun, Nov 8· 1:00 PM
Collaborative Writing Retreat
📍 Creative Alliance
Join Alexandra Hewett for an interactive creative workshop including writing prompts, improv, movement, and collaborative writing exercises. Writing can be a lonely process, come to connect and create…TOGETHER!
Sun, Nov 8· 11:00am
Art To Dine For – Art Zine Swapalooza!
📍 Creative Alliance
A community art event celebrating indie magazines and zines where participants can swap and discover creative publications.
Mon, Nov 9· 6:00pm-10:00pm
Break My Game Playtesting
📍 Creative Alliance
A free community gathering for gaming enthusiasts to connect, play, and engage in competitive or collaborative gaming.
Tue, Nov 10· 6:30 PM
The Art of Drag Series
📍 Creative Alliance
Whether you’re brand new to drag or already have some experience and want to sharpen your skills, this 4-class series is your chance to take a deep dive into the revolutionary art of drag. Come for a fun, supportive introduction to the artform and leave with new skills and a taste of what it feels like to go from concept to performance. Each week will cover a different topic and will build on previous weeks.
Wed, Nov 11· 6:30pm-7:30pm
Capoeira
📍 Creative Alliance
A cultural martial arts and dance class teaching capoeira techniques in a youth and family-friendly class.
Thu, Nov 12· 6:30 PM
Learning to Live Fully: Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
📍 Creative Alliance
We will have time to practice meditation and share reflections on the experience of mindfulness. This monthly program will be sharing ways to meet the challenges of daily life by staying connected to our choices without reacting to people and situations. This is an opportunity to discover well-being within your body and mind regardless of your situation. Mindfulness practices to support ease and skillfulness in meeting the challenges of daily life.
Thu, Nov 12· 6:00 PM
Baker Artist Info Session | NOV 2026
📍 Creative Alliance
Upcoming Baker Artist info sessions and in-person portfolio office hours at Creative Alliance.
Thu, Nov 12· 6:30 PM
Momentum Award Conversation: Madyha Leghari, Ghazal Mojtahedi, and Bao Nguyen
📍 Creative Alliance
The Baltimore Banner called the Patricia Massey Momentum Award Exhibition (PMMA) work that is “personal, material and unafraid of memory” and we think that says it all. Join us as one of our PMMA jurors, and moderator, Tae Hwang sits down with Madyha Leghari, Ghazal Mojtahedi, and Bao Nguyen to talk about their practices, their processes, and the experiences behind the work on view. Come and hear about it in their own words.
Thu, Nov 12· 6:00 PM
Baker Artist Info Session & Office Hours
📍 Creative Alliance
Upcoming Baker Artist info sessions and in-person portfolio office hours at Creative Alliance.
Thu, Nov 12· 6:30 PM
Belly Dance with Naimah Dances | Winter
📍 Creative Alliance
Learn classic and modern Middle Eastern style belly dance. Both a social dance and a form of entertainment, belly dance is a great way to meet amazing people and learn about Egyptian history and culture. Pick up the foundational moves and vocabulary of belly dance, while learning about ethics, etiquette, music, and history of belly dance. And be ready to MOVE! We’ll explore isolations, spatial awareness, strength, flexibility, and some use of props. All experience levels welcome!
Fri, Nov 13· 6:00 PM
Art To Dine For – The Living Canvas: Sculptures
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Have you ever experienced a sculptor working in real time? This is former Creative Alliance Resident Artist Jani Hileman’s specialty. Her live sculpting performances initiate profound experiences of connection and presence between people and across artistic mediums. Hosted by Mark Geist in his elegant 19th century townhouse, Jani will wow audiences with her attention to detail as she sculpts not one but two sculptures – one of a lucky guest and one of the guest performer. Enjoy food, drinks, and
Fri, Nov 13· 6:00 PM
Shake, Stir, Sip: Winter Edition
📍 Creative Alliance
Winter is made for warm flavors, cozy spices, and a slower kind of fun. This hands-on cocktail and mocktail workshop is part herbal education, part flavor playground, and fully committed to fun. Led by educational and clinical herbalist Brittany Williams of Eudemonia Herbs, participants will learn how to infuse herbal flavors to build well-balanced, flavorful, and functional drinks.
Sat, Nov 14· 12:00 PM
Community Yoga
📍 Creative Alliance
Free Baltimore Yoga is a safe space grounded in community movement. Our sessions aim to be accessible trauma-informed, nervous- system -focused, and breath- centered.
Sat, Nov 14· 2:00 PM
Art To Dine For – Vine by Design
📍 Creative Alliance
Black Ankle Vineyard is the go-to destination for eco-conscious wine. Known for treating wine like a fine art and highlighting the delicate, traditional art form, Black Ankle Wines are a true taste of the Earth. Join us for a tour of the farm and samples of their product with an insider look to their process. Enjoy all of this in their stunning tasting room built from straw bales, timber, and stone sourced from their very farm. Black Ankle believes great wine begins with healthy soil and thought
Sun, Nov 15· 2:00 PM
Baker Artist Awards Live!
📍 Creative Alliance
Baker Artist Awards Live! “An Afternoon of Artistic Excellence” A Tribute to Jeannie How Featuring Baker Artist Awardees.
Tue, Nov 17· 8:15 PM
Burlesque 101
📍 Creative Alliance
Step into the world of classic burlesque — where glamour, history, and self-expression meet. In this introductory workshop, Aquarius Moon guides you through the foundational techniques of the art form while celebrating the rich legacy of burlesque performance. Students will cover classic bumps, grinds, and shimmies, the showgirl stance and stage presence, and how to strut like a true burlesque queen. Each session focuses on a signature technique and prop — come prepared!
Tue, Nov 17· 6:30 PM
Heels Performance Class
📍 Creative Alliance
Learn to move like you mean it. This class breaks down the art of heels performance — from commanding walks and sharp choreography to the kind of stage presence that stops a room. Students will cover heel technique and footwork, performance styling and body movement, choreography fundamentals, and how to perform with confidence and intention. Whether you’ve never worn a heel on stage or you’re ready to sharpen your skills, this class meets you exactly where you are.
Wed, Nov 18· 1:00 PM
Baker Artist Office Hours | NOV 2026
📍 Creative Alliance
Upcoming Baker Artist info sessions and in-person portfolio office hours at Creative Alliance.
Wed, Nov 18· 6:30 PM
Classical Figure Drawing
📍 Creative Alliance
This drop-in figure drawing course is suitable for all skill levels. Untrained new artists will learn multiple approaches to figure drawing while seasoned artists will have the opportunity to hone their skills and further train their eye. Each class will feature a nude model and begin with quick gesture poses. The remaining time will be spent on the artistry of longer poses. The goal is to train all artists to more quickly and fluidly capture the gesture of the entire figure.
Wed, Nov 18· 1:00 PM
Baker Artist Info Session & Office Hours
📍 Creative Alliance
Upcoming Baker Artist info sessions and in-person portfolio office hours at Creative Alliance.
Thu, Nov 19· 6:30 PM
Belly Dance with Naimah Dances | Winter
📍 Creative Alliance
Learn classic and modern Middle Eastern style belly dance. Both a social dance and a form of entertainment, belly dance is a great way to meet amazing people and learn about Egyptian history and culture. Pick up the foundational moves and vocabulary of belly dance, while learning about ethics, etiquette, music, and history of belly dance. And be ready to MOVE! We’ll explore isolations, spatial awareness, strength, flexibility, and some use of props. All experience levels welcome!
Fri, Nov 20· 7:00 PM
Undue Medical Debt Relief Dance Party
📍 Creative Alliance
Greater Baltimore DSA is hosting a dance party fundraiser for medical debt relief in our area! As socialists, we believe health care is a fundamental human right and no one should go into debt to get the care they need.…
Sat, Nov 21· 12:00 PM
Community Yoga
📍 Creative Alliance
Free Baltimore Yoga is a safe space grounded in community movement. Our sessions aim to be accessible trauma-informed, nervous- system -focused, and breath- centered.
Tue, Nov 24· 6:30 PM
Belly Dance with Naimah Dances | Winter
📍 Creative Alliance
Learn classic and modern Middle Eastern style belly dance. Both a social dance and a form of entertainment, belly dance is a great way to meet amazing people and learn about Egyptian history and culture. Pick up the foundational moves and vocabulary of belly dance, while learning about ethics, etiquette, music, and history of belly dance. And be ready to MOVE! We’ll explore isolations, spatial awareness, strength, flexibility, and some use of props. All experience levels welcome!
Tue, Nov 24· 6:30 PM
The Art of Drag Series
📍 Creative Alliance
Whether you’re brand new to drag or already have some experience and want to sharpen your skills, this 4-class series is your chance to take a deep dive into the revolutionary art of drag. Come for a fun, supportive introduction to the artform and leave with new skills and a taste of what it feels like to go from concept to performance. Each week will cover a different topic and will build on previous weeks.
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