We want to welcome you to the creation of a magnificent multipurpose building that incorporates performing arts spaces, public galleries, and arts education into one spectacular facility. At an approximate cost of $11 million, our goal is to renovate the Sawtooth building and surrounding structures. The Downtown Center for the Arts will include:
- New performing arts spaces including the Handsbrands Theatre
- More adaptable and gracious public galleries
- Enhanced arts education areas, classrooms and studios
- Parking and drop-off areas that are safe and accessible for people of all ages.

Please support the Comprehensive Campaign for the Arts, spearheaded by The Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County along with the Sawtooth School for Visual Art. For more information, visit www.IntoTheArts.org.
groundbreaking
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Groundbreaking ceremonies took place in February of 2009.
 
The inside of the Sawtooth Building reveals its history as a welcome sign is uncovered on a beam. March 2009
 
Metal studs begin to go up in this photo from late March 2009.
       
 
 
 
 
 
The Spruce Street side of the building will
be the new main entrance . October 2009 photo.
 
Studios take shape as work continues in
this November 2009 photograph.
 
The exterior of the Handsbrand Theatre is
clad with metal and glass. November 2009 photo.
       

Register weekdays at 336 723-7395
Sawtooth School for Visual Art, office: 305 W. 4th Street., Winston-Salem, NC 27101