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About The Three Arts Club of Homeland
Our Club has a long and proud history
Founded in 1929, the goals of the The Three Arts Club of Homeland have not changed since its inception.
Nurturing friendships and an appreciation of the arts for more than 90 years.
Rose Marie Milholland, a musician herself, felt strongly that an organization dedicated to the arts would enrich the lives of members and contribute to the cultural life of Baltimore. Under her leadership, a group of young women living in the Homeland community came together on January 22, 1929, during one of the worst snow storms in Baltimore's history. It was at this gathering that The Three Arts Club of Homeland was born.
A native of Baltimore, Milholland was an accomplished woman for her era. She was a graduate of the Institute of Notre Dame and the Peabody Conservatory of Music. She studied piano in New York and did graduate work at Columbia University and the Johns Hopkins University. In the early 1920's she taught music at what is now Towson University and served as assistant supervisor of music in the Baltimore City School System. She also was a former dean of the Chesapeake Chapter of Church Organists.
Milholland served as president of The Three Arts Club of Homeland several times and was named honorary life president of the organization.
Our Club started over 90 years ago with Mrs. Milholland and 12 of her friends. Their plan was simple: To share the three areas of the arts with members and the community. Their objective was to be an asset to the cultural life in Baltimore. The Three Arts Club of Homeland has been true to this purpose.
Originally focused on fostering a love of and appreciation of music, art, and literature, the focus of the Club expanded with the times to include crafts, contemporary literature, drama, and topics as varied as the art of cooking, investment planning, politics, fitness, and other subjects of interest to members. But while the range of educational offerings and workshops expanded over the years, the core mission of the organization remains true to its founders' intent "to foster a love and appreciation of music, literature and art; and to afford an opportunity for enriching the cultural life of the community by providing meetings, lectures, recitals, exhibits, and other features in keeping with these ideals."
When The Three Arts Club of Homeland began, our country was very different. The Great Depression had just begun. Home life did not look like it does today. Most women did not work. People found time to make a difference in their community. This was the case with our Club.
At the time of our golden anniversary, we had 650 members working in support of art, literature, and music. The Club sponsored new programs and opportunities for up-and-coming artists, writers, and musicians, as well as workshops, trips, and social events of interest to our members. We continue to do so.
Today, there are fewer people with time to devote to service causes. Despite this, our members continue to do good work for our community, and for the arts.
The social nature of our organization, friends coming together for a cause, has sustained us these 90+ years. Membership in our Club is open to people of all ages, ethnic groups, and cultural backgrounds. It is not limited to any geographic area. We are always pleased to welcome new members--new friends.
A DREAM COME TRUE
Our Clubhouse
4 Wyndhurst Avenue
After years of meticulous money management and purposeful fundraising, the Club's dream of having its own building came to fruition in 1967 with the construction of a one-story colonial-styled structure conveniently located between Homeland and Roland Park. The building features an auditorium, lounge, kitchen, and office space. For over 50 years, it has been the home of performances, exhibits, workshops, meetings, and social events sponsored by The Three Arts Club of Homeland. Primarily used by the organization, the clubhouse is available for rent. For availability and to learn more, please call the office at 410-443-1765.
NEWS ARCHIVE
Highlights over the years
October 5, 1929 -- The Evening Sun
Three Arts Club In First Meeting
October 4, 1930 -- The Baltimore Sun
Initial Recital Is Offered By Three Arts Club
June 15, 1950 -- The Evening Sun
Three Arts Club Adopts Official Seal
March 14, 1954 --The Baltimore Sun
Three Arts Club of Homeland Anniversary
March 19, 1963 -- The Evening Sun
After 34 Years, 3 Arts Club Still Fosters Cultural Life
March 18, 1969 -- The Evening Sun
Three Arts Club Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary
May 19, 1971 -- The Evening Sun
Three Arts Club Entertained by Celeste Holm
April 16, 1979 -- The Evening Sun
Three Arts Club: A Cultural Force In City
"Art is a means of union among men, joining them together in the same feelings, and indispensable for the life and progress toward well-being of individuals and of humanity."
Leo Tolstoy, What Is Art?
Member Testimonials
Read what some of our members have to say about the Club
"My introduction to The Three Arts Club was when I was
invited to play duplicate bridge. I was a bit trepid knowing that my bridge skills were not great; however, the women were welcoming, and I had fun. I returned and played bridge for a couple of months then decided to join the Club."
"After retiring from teaching in Baltimore County, a friend
of mine invited me to join the Three Arts Club of Homeland. My intention was just to attend and enjoy the meetings, However, I quickly got involved in all of the activities."
"When I retired, a friend, and neighbor, invited me to join The Three Arts Club of Homeland. Having heard about the Club 's programs and activities from a relative who was a long-time member in the 1950-1980 timeframe, I knew right away that I wanted to join."
"Can it really be 29-years since I first entered the clubhouse backdoor as a member? Truth be told…yes!
Having covered the gambit of positions—president to luncheon chair and even “gruntier” jobs—I sincerely share with all that I would not have wanted to miss a moment of those experiences."
LEADERSHIP
Club Officers
Continuing the good work of the many leaders of The Three Arts Club of Homeland, our current officers are...
Meetings
General membership meetings are held the first Monday of the month
at 10:30 a.m. with the exception of September and May.
Office Hours
The Club's offices are staffed Mondays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Messages can be left at 410-433-1765.
Weather Policy
The Club is closed when Baltimore County Public Schools are closed.
When schools are delayed, the Club will open at its regular time.
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About Us
The Three Arts Club of Homeland is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing educational and cultural enrichment through programs that emphasize visual and performing arts. These programs are carried out for the benefit of members and the general public and educate individuals in various forms of visual and performing arts.
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