The Art of Heroes: A Comic Book Day Celebration
Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 5:30 – 8:30 PM
East Rock Market | 285 Nicoll Street, New Haven, CT
Join us for a heroic evening in support of Creative Arts Workshop!
Step into a world of creativity and community at The Art of Heroes, a festive Comic Book Day-inspired benefit that brings together art lovers, local foodies, and everyday champions of the arts. Whether you're a longtime supporter or new to the CAW community, this unforgettable night will celebrate artistic expression, community impact, and the incredible power of visual storytelling.
Early Bird Tickets $85 Each
Available through August 22
Regular Tickets: $125 per person
Includes access to the event, food, wine & beer, a signature cocktail, music, silent auction items & more!
Can’t Attend?
Support our mission to make the visual arts accessible to all by making a tax-deductible gift. Every donation helps fund tuition assistance, expand programming, and keep creativity alive in New Haven.
Be an Art Hero: Sponsor the Event
During these challenging times of deep cuts to arts funding, your support helps CAW provide high-quality instruction in pottery, printmaking, painting, photography, metal sculpture, weaving, book arts, creative writing, and more. We offer nearly $50,000 in tuition assistance annually—all without government funding. Your sponsorship directly supports our mission of access, equity, and artistic exploration for students of all ages.
Sponsorship Levels
Visionary Superhero - $5000
Logo placement on signage and promo materials, 8 tickets, social media + PR recognition
Creative Crusader - $2500
Logo on digital/print materials, 6 tickets, social media and event recognition
Arts Adventurer - $1000
Name listed on promotional materials, 4 tickets, social media mention
Sketch Artist - $500
Name listed on event signage, 2 tickets
Community Champion - $250
Name listed in the printed program & 1 ticket
Why Support CAW?
Creative Arts Workshop has been a New Haven institution since 1961. We’re the region’s only nonprofit community visual arts school—home to eight professionally equipped studios and a vibrant youth arts program. At CAW, we believe that to create freely is to live fully, and we’re committed to ensuring everyone can access the life-changing power of art, regardless of financial means.
Your support helps us remain a place where creativity flourishes, stories are shared, and heroes are made.
We can't wait to celebrate with you on September 25—cape or no cape, mask or no mask, your presence makes you an Art Hero.
Questions? Contact us at (203) 562-4927.