McDaniel’s arts-and-culture scene offers something to satisfy every artistic demand. From musical groups and summer theatre, to the school paper and art exhibits, there are creative outlets for all:

• Music
• Theatre Film
• Literary
• Visual Arts

Music

With 12 musical ensembles, McDaniel offers options for every musician. Some groups perform off campus and others present three or four campus concerts a year, while still others give students College credit. See all the music options… 

From live folk music and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, to dance clubs and piano bars, our neighboring city offers a satisfying range of musical indulgence.

Theatre & Film

Throughout the year, you’ll catch lots of McDaniel students in the act!  The Theatre Arts department at the College puts on various productions throughout the school year with directors ranging from faculty and visiting artists to students. Student performances are held at WMC Alumni Hall. More…

In the off-season, McDaniel presents Theatre on the Hill — a summer of musicals. More…

And for all film buffs, McDaniel offers a film series, screening once a month, and various film-oriented student organizations.

Check out all the theatre options available in Baltimore (student discounts).

Literary

Students looking to get involved in creative writing on campus can join the Nameless Poets Club or contribute to Contrast, the College’s literary magazine. 

In Baltimore you can visit the house of Edgar Allan Poe, go to the Playwrights Festival, and take part in many other literary art events.

Visual Arts

During spring semester alone, McDaniel students display six art exhibits and shows.  
And the recently restored art gallery at Peterson Hall is open all year. The hall houses the Esther Prangley Rice Gallery, as well the College’s permanent collection and visiting exhibitions.

Don’t restrict yourself to the campus in Westminster.  Baltimore has its share of art galleries and venues — and, of course, several art museums.