With a focus on quality instruction and inclusion, Performing Arts Workshops – PAW INC. provides value and opportunities that celebrate the essential powers of arts education to enrich communities and illuminate our common humanity.

To engage the community in quality theatre that changes lives and to be recognized for organizational excellence producing quality performances in southwest Michigan.

To engage the public in a vibrant organization that promotes historical preservation, education and research that relates to Benton Harbor, St. Joseph and the surrounding region.

To support established and emerging artists and to enrich the surrounding community through a multi-disciplinary, collaborative and vibrant gathering place that nurtures, celebrates and promotes all creative arts.

To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.

To operate and maintain the Silver Beach Carousel and Musem for the artistic, educational, and entertainment benefit of Berrien County residents and visitors.