What is House of Arts Association?

House of Arts Association is a youth-led non-governmental organisation in Harare, Zimbabwe that uses art, sport and performance to develop communities. We were founded in 2016 and registered with the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe in 2019. We work with artists and young people aged 13 and above in Hatcliffe, Mbare and Epworth, and support youth-led groups across Zimbabwe.

Where is House of Arts located?

House of Arts is at 9672, Hatcliffe Consortium, Harare, Zimbabwe. We are open Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00 Central African Time. You can also reach us on +263 785 021 763, on WhatsApp on +263 710 752 667, or at info@houseofarts.org.zw.

Is House of Arts a registered organisation in Zimbabwe?

Yes. House of Arts Association has been registered with the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe since 2019, and is a non-profit organisation working in the arts, culture and youth development sectors.

What does House of Arts do?

We use the arts as a vehicle for community development through four pillars: education, advocacy, innovation, and diversity and inclusivity. In practice that means running youth art and dance groups, the Sports Against Drugs campaign, mental health support through creative practice, entrepreneurship training, public arts spaces, and the annual HAA Festival.

Who does House of Arts work with?

We work with young people and artists aged 13 and above, youth-led groups, schools, community organisations, funders and corporate partners. In Harare we work in Hatcliffe, Mbare and Epworth, and we have supported youth-led groups in Bulawayo.

How can I contact House of Arts?

Call +263 785 021 763, WhatsApp +263 710 752 667, email info@houseofarts.org.zw, or send a message through the contact form on our website. We usually reply within two working days.

What is the HAA Festival?

The HAA Festival is our annual festival bringing artists, young people, youth-led groups and community development organisations together. It is where the partnership between art and community-led organisations is most visible, with performances, workshops and public activities.

Does House of Arts offer art classes in Harare?

Yes. We run creative development and arts education activities across Hatcliffe, Mbare and Epworth in Harare, including painting, music, dance, drama and art therapy sessions. Participation in our youth programmes is free.

How can my organisation partner with House of Arts?

Email info@houseofarts.org.zw or use the contact form with the subject "Partnership". We work alongside youth-led groups, schools, funders, sponsors and community organisations on programmes, festivals, workshops and public space activations.

Does House of Arts have an annual report?

Yes. Our annual reports are published on the Annual Reports page and show who we reach, what we run and what we achieve. We also publish downloadable resources and reports.

How do I join a House of Arts programme?

Send us a message through the contact form or WhatsApp +263 710 752 667 telling us which programme you are interested in and which community you live in. Our programmes are free. We run Sports Against Drugs in Hatcliffe and Mbare, and Dance It Off in Mbare and Epworth.

How much does it cost to take part in House of Arts programmes?

Participation is free. House of Arts is a non-profit organisation and our youth programmes, workshops, Sports Against Drugs campaign and Dance It Off dance groups are funded through partners, so there is no cost to young people taking part.

What age can join House of Arts?

Our programmes are designed for young people aged 13 and above. Some activity, including Provincial Youth Day celebrations and some workshops, is open to younger participants with a parent or guardian present.

Do I need artistic experience to take part?

No. Our programmes are for beginners and experienced participants alike. The focus is on creative expression, wellbeing and community, not on technical skill or auditions.

What is Sports Against Drugs?

Sports Against Drugs is our campaign that merges sport and the arts to educate communities about the harms of drugs. It runs in Hatcliffe and Mbare, combining football, dance and spoken word with direct education for young people and their parents.

What is Dance It Off?

Dance It Off is a House of Arts dance group programme running in Mbare and Epworth. It keeps young people active, connected and out of trouble, and has grown into one of the most visible parts of our community work.

Can I volunteer with House of Arts?

Yes. We need volunteers for photography, facilitation, fundraising, administration, event logistics and mentorship. Tell us your skills and availability through the contact form and we will match you to a programme.

How can my company support House of Arts?

Corporate support can be in-kind, funded or through employee volunteering. We work with sponsors on programme funding, festival support and CSR initiatives. Email info@houseofarts.org.zw with the subject "Partnership" to discuss what fits.

Can I donate to House of Arts?

Yes. Donations support free youth arts, advocacy and mental health programmes in Harare. Contact us by email or the contact form and we will explain the current funding priorities and how to give.

Does House of Arts run programmes outside Harare?

Our core delivery is in Hatcliffe, Mbare and Epworth in Harare. We have supported youth-led groups in Bulawayo and work nationally with partner organisations, so we can discuss possibilities for other towns.

How can I book House of Arts for an event?

We host the annual HAA Festival and can support workshops, performances and public space activations for schools, funders and community groups. Send an enquiry with the subject "Event enquiry" and we will discuss dates, scope and cost.

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What people ask us most

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What is House of Arts Association?: House of Arts Association is a youth-led non-governmental organisation in Harare, Zimbabwe that uses art, sport and performance to develop communities. We were founded in 2016 and registered with the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe in 2019. We work with artists and young people aged 13 and above in Hatcliffe, Mbare and Epworth, and support youth-led groups across Zimbabwe.
Where is House of Arts located?: House of Arts is at 9672, Hatcliffe Consortium, Harare, Zimbabwe. We are open Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00 Central African Time. You can also reach us on +263 785 021 763, on WhatsApp on +263 710 752 667, or at info@houseofarts.org.zw.
Is House of Arts a registered organisation in Zimbabwe?: Yes. House of Arts Association has been registered with the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe since 2019, and is a non-profit organisation working in the arts, culture and youth development sectors.
What does House of Arts do?: We use the arts as a vehicle for community development through four pillars: education, advocacy, innovation, and diversity and inclusivity. In practice that means running youth art and dance groups, the Sports Against Drugs campaign, mental health support through creative practice, entrepreneurship training, public arts spaces, and the annual HAA Festival.
Who does House of Arts work with?: We work with young people and artists aged 13 and above, youth-led groups, schools, community organisations, funders and corporate partners. In Harare we work in Hatcliffe, Mbare and Epworth, and we have supported youth-led groups in Bulawayo.
How can I contact House of Arts?: Call +263 785 021 763, WhatsApp +263 710 752 667, email info@houseofarts.org.zw, or send a message through the contact form on our website. We usually reply within two working days.
What is the HAA Festival?: The HAA Festival is our annual festival bringing artists, young people, youth-led groups and community development organisations together. It is where the partnership between art and community-led organisations is most visible, with performances, workshops and public activities.
Does House of Arts offer art classes in Harare?: Yes. We run creative development and arts education activities across Hatcliffe, Mbare and Epworth in Harare, including painting, music, dance, drama and art therapy sessions. Participation in our youth programmes is free.
How can my organisation partner with House of Arts?: Email info@houseofarts.org.zw or use the contact form with the subject "Partnership". We work alongside youth-led groups, schools, funders, sponsors and community organisations on programmes, festivals, workshops and public space activations.
Does House of Arts have an annual report?: Yes. Our annual reports are published on the Annual Reports page and show who we reach, what we run and what we achieve. We also publish downloadable resources and reports.

FAQ

Questions, answered directly

Name: House of Arts Association
Address: 9672, Hatcliffe Consortium, Harare, ZW-HA, ZW
Telephone: +263 785 021 763

Clear answers about joining, volunteering, partnering with House of Arts, what our programmes cost, who can take part, and how to reach us in Harare.

Taking part

Joining a programme

Our programmes are free and open to young people aged 13 and above across Hatcliffe, Mbare and Epworth.

How do I join a House of Arts programme?: Send us a message through the contact form or WhatsApp +263 710 752 667 telling us which programme you are interested in and which community you live in. Our programmes are free. We run Sports Against Drugs in Hatcliffe and Mbare, and Dance It Off in Mbare and Epworth.
How much does it cost to take part in House of Arts programmes?: Participation is free. House of Arts is a non-profit organisation and our youth programmes, workshops, Sports Against Drugs campaign and Dance It Off dance groups are funded through partners, so there is no cost to young people taking part.
What age can join House of Arts?: Our programmes are designed for young people aged 13 and above. Some activity, including Provincial Youth Day celebrations and some workshops, is open to younger participants with a parent or guardian present.
Do I need artistic experience to take part?: No. Our programmes are for beginners and experienced participants alike. The focus is on creative expression, wellbeing and community, not on technical skill or auditions.
What is Sports Against Drugs?: Sports Against Drugs is our campaign that merges sport and the arts to educate communities about the harms of drugs. It runs in Hatcliffe and Mbare, combining football, dance and spoken word with direct education for young people and their parents.
What is Dance It Off?: Dance It Off is a House of Arts dance group programme running in Mbare and Epworth. It keeps young people active, connected and out of trouble, and has grown into one of the most visible parts of our community work.

Working with us

Volunteering, partnerships and donations

We work with volunteers, funders, sponsors, schools and partner organisations across Zimbabwe.

Can I volunteer with House of Arts?: Yes. We need volunteers for photography, facilitation, fundraising, administration, event logistics and mentorship. Tell us your skills and availability through the contact form and we will match you to a programme.
How can my company support House of Arts?: Corporate support can be in-kind, funded or through employee volunteering. We work with sponsors on programme funding, festival support and CSR initiatives. Email info@houseofarts.org.zw with the subject "Partnership" to discuss what fits.
Can I donate to House of Arts?: Yes. Donations support free youth arts, advocacy and mental health programmes in Harare. Contact us by email or the contact form and we will explain the current funding priorities and how to give.
Does House of Arts run programmes outside Harare?: Our core delivery is in Hatcliffe, Mbare and Epworth in Harare. We have supported youth-led groups in Bulawayo and work nationally with partner organisations, so we can discuss possibilities for other towns.
How can I book House of Arts for an event?: We host the annual HAA Festival and can support workshops, performances and public space activations for schools, funders and community groups. Send an enquiry with the subject "Event enquiry" and we will discuss dates, scope and cost.

Local

Where we work

House of Arts is based in Hatcliffe and works across Mbare and Epworth in Harare.

Get involved

Ways to get involved

Join a programme, volunteer your skills, partner with us, or support free youth arts in Harare.

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