Roland Park Place (RPP), Baltimore’s first and only accredited Continuing Care Retirement Community, is partnering with the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) to prove that it’s never too late to learn something new. Launching on February 10, RPP and MICA will launch a six-month lecture series that brings RPP residents to MICA, giving them the opportunity to explore art, architecture, and history through engaging, expert-led discussions.
“We are thrilled to partner with MICA to provide this enriching lecture series for our residents and engage in the Baltimore arts community,” said Sam Guedouar, President and CEO of Roland Park Place. “At Roland Park Place, we believe that curiosity has no age limit. Lifelong learning keeps the mind active, sparks creativity, and deepens connections within our community. MICA’s faculty brings incredible expertise, and the opportunity to be part of this dynamic community further enriches the quality of life for our residents.”
The series will feature six diverse topics—two per month—led by MICA’s adjunct and full-time faculty. Residents will dive into subjects such as Art History, Architecture, Contemporary Art, the Italian Renaissance, Fashion, Performing Arts and Western Ceramics, enjoying the same level of academic insight as students at one of the nation’s top art institutions.
“At MICA, we believe that creativity is a lifelong journey, and we are excited to open our doors to the Roland Park Place community through this partnership,” said Jeremy Parker, Associate Vice President & Dean of Open Studies at MICA. “The Office of Open Studies is dedicated to providing year-round art and design offerings for learners of all ages, and this collaboration is a wonderful example of how we can share the transformative power of the arts with new audiences.”
This initiative is part of RPP’s commitment to provide meaningful cultural and educational experiences. The community’s Art and Education Center offers weekly lectures and musical performances, while its partnership with the Peabody Institute brings a Musician-in-Residence program to the community, where talented artists live on-site and perform regularly. RPP also organizes off-site excursions to museums, theaters, and cultural institutions throughout Baltimore, ensuring that residents stay engaged with the world around them.
About Roland Park Place: Roland Park Place (RPP) is the only full-service, accredited nonprofit continuing care retirement community in Baltimore City and a leader in aging services for older adults and their families. RPP offers premier access to city life coupled with the comfort and convenience of suburban living – all in a beautiful, landscaped, park-like setting with breathtaking city skyline views. For additional information about Roland Park Place, visit www.rolandparkplace.org.
About Maryland Institute College of Art: Acknowledged nationally as a premier leader in art and design education, MICA is deliberately cultivating a new generation of artists – one that is capable of seamlessly integrating innovation, entrepreneurship and creative citizenship with contemporary approaches to art, design and media. MICA is redefining the role of the artists and designers as creative, solutions-oriented makers and thinkers who will drive social, cultural, and economic advancement for our future. Founded in 1826, MICA is the oldest continuously degree-granting college of art and design in the nation. MICA is located in Baltimore City and deeply connected to the local community. It is a leading contributor to the creative economy regionally and a top producer of nationally and internationally recognized professional artists and designers.