567 Center For Renewal

I LOVE the 567 Center For Renewal (art center/music venue)!  I prefer this place over the Macon Arts Alliance.  Thanks to the friendly employees and volunteers, the 567 center's atmosphere is so laid-back!  In addition, they have rock concerts and painting classes.   When I hang out in downtown Macon on First Fridays, I always come here to observe the new art exhibits, socialize, eat the free light refreshments and to relax to the live music.  For First Friday, the musician (usually a guitarist) performs downstairs but there was one occasion when three violinists performed upstairs.  There are some art displays downstairs, however, you have to go upstairs to observe most of the art exhibits.  Unlike the Macon Arts Alliance First Friday opening reception, the 567 Center for Renewal does not serve alcohol.  They serve bottled water or soft drinks.  If you happen to be on Cherry Street on a First Friday, check out the 567 Center for Renewal!  It might become your favorite art center.  :-)