About EVA

We are a membership based co-operative of artists, musicians and patrons, who believe that diversity and collective creativity is the strength of a healthy community. 

We envision our presence as an art & culture collective, anchoring an "East Village" in Birmingham, Alabama. We are spearheading a safe setting for cooperative neighborhood rehabilitation and improvement.  We are a secular organization committed to providing a respectful and inclusive environment for our members and the greater community.

We host a variety of events and activities from artist showcases, exhibitions and workshops, concerts, rehearsals and free music lessons, as well as making affordable or free space available for diverse programs and community activities. 

We seek to work with the local organizations to strengthen ties between visual artists, writers, poets, & musicians of our city, and serve as a positive force for community impact.

LaDonna Smith
President & Founder

Steve Lasseter
Executive Director

Vice President
Arts Administration

Lauren Jones
Secretary

LaVondia Smith
Nathifa Dance Company
EVA Board

Fayth Hope
Soultopian Society
EVA Board

Craig Legg
Resident Artist
Normalizer /Historian

David Murray
Photography
Documentation