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.