---
title: Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA)
description: Oberlin, Ohio nonprofit presenting art exhibitions, classes and community arts activities since 1979.
url: https://www.artsume.com/o/firelands-association-for-the-visual-arts
type: organization
createdAt: "2026-10-19"
updatedAt: "2026-10-23"
organizationType: Arts center
location: Oberlin, OH, United States
website: https://www.favagallery.org/
yearFounded: 1979
---

# Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA)

*Arts center • Oberlin, OH, United States*

## About

Oberlin, Ohio nonprofit presenting art exhibitions, classes and community arts activities since 1979.

The Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA) is an independent nonprofit art organization in Oberlin, Ohio, founded in 1979. It aims to enhance public appreciation of and participation in the visual arts through exhibitions and related educational and community activities.

FAVA presents changing exhibitions of high quality artwork in a variety of styles and media. It also offers classes and camps for children and adults, including ceramics and wheel throwing.

The organization looks after public art in Oberlin and produces community events such as an annual outdoor art fair in partnership with the City of Oberlin. It is supported by memberships, donations and business partnerships.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1979
- **Address:** 39 South Main Street, Oberlin, Ohio 44074
- **Website:** https://www.favagallery.org/
- **Social Media:** facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FAVAatNUCA, twitter: https://twitter.com/FavaEducation, instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slocal_coffee/?hl=en

## Programs

View current programs from Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA) on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/firelands-association-for-the-visual-arts