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SUPPORT US.

INSPIRE. CREATE. CONNECT. CELEBRATE.

The arts for all happens because of you – student scholarships, affordable tickets, and free celebrations on our lawn. With your contribution, the Arts can thrive at BlackRock, ensuring our organization remains a dedicated home for the diverse community we serve. 

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

UPCOMING FUNDRAISERS

More information coming soon - check back to learn more! 

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LOCAL SPIRITS

OCTOBER 30, 2025

Get ready to raise a glass (and some funds) at Local Spirits, a celebration of everything that makes Germantown shine! Join us for an evening of local bites, local spirits, and local artists, all in support of BlackRock.

Savor delicious bites from your favorite local restaurants, sip brews and cocktails from local distilleries, and explore the powerful roots of African American spirituals through music and storytelling.

Let the spirit of community move you at Local Spirits. Tickets available soon. 

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ART ENLIGHTENS

MARCH 14, 2026

Join us for BlackRock’s biggest night of the year as we honor a true champion of the arts with our Annual Visionary Award - a recognition given to someone whose work has uplifted creativity and culture throughout the Upcounty.

This evening brings together art lovers, local leaders, and changemakers for a celebration filled with live entertainment, food and drinks, inspiring stories, and artistic moments that showcase the heart of BlackRock.

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DRAG BINGO

JUNE 6, 2026

Get ready to paint the town rainbow at our third annual Drag Bingo Fundraiser, the ultimate Pride Month kickoff event!

Hosted by our stunning BlackRock Divas, this twice-sold-out event brings the heat with bingo games, drag performances, delicious cocktails, light bites, and basket prizes you’ll definitely want to strut home with.

Whether you're here for the bingo, the boas, or just a good time for a great cause, this is sure to be unforgettable evening where every dab and dollar supports creativity, community, and culture at BlackRock.

BECOME A FRIEND

Soak up the summer fun at BlackRock Center for the Arts!

From outdoor concerts to movie nights, there’s no better time to jump back in.

With membership levels for every kind of arts lover, supporting BlackRock is easy and rewarding.

“A friend is a gift you give yourself.” - Robert Louis Stevenson

This summer, let BlackRock be that gift - for you, your family, and your friends.

Become a member today and make the most of the sunny season with us!

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THE BLACKROCK SOCIETY

Join Germantown’s most visionary arts supporters as a member of the BlackRock Society. At the $10,000 level, you’ll be at the forefront of cultural and community growth, helping shape the future of the arts in our region. As BlackRock’s cornerstone supporters, Society members receive a custom membership experience tailored in collaboration with our CEO and Director of Development, ensuring your passion for the arts makes the impact you envision. Contact us at eprice@blackrockcenter.org today for your customized membership. 

$10,000

TRAILBLAZING FRIEND

$5,000

- 20% discount on tickets

- 10% discount on educational programming

- 20% discount on rental events

- Name and/or logo published on website, digital programs, and showcased in lobby (typically found in digital programs)

- Membership perks at select events, and invitations to exclusive “Friends Only” experiences

-Invitation to table at second Saturday Artisan Markets from April through December

-Invitation to table at select BlackRock events

-Six complimentary tickets to 25-26 season performances

CREATE FRIEND

$3,000

- 20% discount on tickets

- 10% discount on educational programming

- 20% discount on rental events

- Name and/or logo published on website, digital programs, and showcased in lobby (typically found in digital programs)

- Membership perks at select events, and invitations to exclusive “Friends Only” experiences

-Invitation to table at second Saturday Artisan Markets from April through December

-Invitation to table at select BlackRock events

-Two complimentary tickets to 25-26 season performances

CULTURE FRIEND

$1,000

- 20% discount on tickets 

- 10% discount on educational programming 

- Name and/or logo published on website, digital programs, and showcased in lobby (typically found in digital programs)

- Membership perks at select events, and invitations to exclusive “Friends Only” experiences

-Invitation to table at second Saturday Artisan Markets from April through December

-Invitation to table at select BlackRock events

DOCENT FRIEND

$500

- 20% discount on tickets 

- 10% discount on educational programming 

- Name and/or logo published on website, digital programs, and showcased in lobby (typically found in digital programs)

- Membership perks at select events, and invitations to exclusive “Friends Only” experiences

-Invitation to table at second Saturday Artisan Markets from April through December

SCHOLAR FRIEND

$250

- 20% discount on tickets

- 10% discount on educational programming 

- Name and/or logo published on website, digital programs, and showcased in lobby (typically found in digital programs)

- Membership perks at select events, and invitations to exclusive “Friends Only” experiences

UNITY FRIEND

$125

-20% discount on tickets 

- Name and/or logo published on website, digital programs, and showcased in lobby (typically found in digital programs)

- Membership perks at select events, and invitations to exclusive “Friends Only” experiences

Friendship

The Germantown Cultural Arts Center, Inc dba BlackRock Center for the Arts is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County.

BLACKROCK CENTER FOR THE ARTS

12901 Town Commons Drive

Germantown, MD 20874 

301.528.2260 | info@blackrockcenter.org

HOURS (MAY VARY)

Mondays: Closed
Tuesday - Friday: 12 PM – 6 PM

Saturday: 12 PM - 4 PM

Sunday: 9 AM - 2 PM (See gallery page for gallery hours!)

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