Welcome
The SALT Block Foundation (SBF) is responsible for overseeing the operation of the SALT Block and provides the lion's share of the occupancy costs for the residents of the SALT Block: Arts Culture Catawba (formerly the United Arts Council), Catawba Science Center, Hickory Choral Society, Hickory Museum of Art and Western Piedmont Symphony.
The beauty of this arrangement is that the Foundation funds the vast majority of generic building issues - things like utilities, building & grounds maintenance, capital replacement, building management, and security - leaving the resident organizations free to do what they do best: providing the wonderful programs, exhibits, and activities that enhance our area's quality of life. Learn more about the SALT Block Foundation and how it supports the residents of the SALT Block : View Video
Affordable event, party and meeting spaces are also available on the SALT Block. More information here.
SALT BLOCK FOUNDATION FRIENDS
Kim Bost "ART WALL" Event
CATAWBA SCIENCE CENTER
Flutterby Butterfly Habitat
HICKORY MUSEUM OF ART
Virgil Ortiz Exhibit
WESTERN PIEDMONT SYMPHONY
Foothills Pops: The Music of Pink Floyd
ARTS CULTURE CATAWBA
Jingle Bell BASH
HICKORY CHORAL SOCIETY
Pops Concert, The Sails On The Square
PATRICK BEAVER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
HICKORY MUSEUM OF ART
Auto Lawn 2025
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Hickory Greenway Harvest Garden
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Derby Party 2025
SALT BLOCK FOUNDATION FRIENDS
Flutterby After-Hours Event
CATAWBA SCIENCE CENTER
Science After Dark: Laser Pink Floyd
HICKORY MUSEUM OF ART
Blooming Pumpkins Workshop
WESTERN PIEDMONT SYMPHONY
HICKORY GREENWAY HARVEST
Raised Bed Garden
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Sculpture Garden
SALT Block Foundation: Match for the Future
Longtime SALT Block Foundation supporters Don and Kirvin Norwood have launched a $500,000 matching campaign for the SBF Capital Endowment—dedicated exclusively to major facility expenses such as HVAC systems, roof replacements, elevator maintenance, and other essential infrastructure needs. With our buildings ranging from 60 to 100 years old and annual capital costs exceeding $200,000, this fund ensures the long-term care and safety of our campus. Every dollar donated or pledged will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $500,000, doubling your impact. Only the Endowment’s earnings will be used for expenditures, ensuring your gift is preserved in perpetuity and supports the SALT Block’s future for generations to come. Make your gift today and help us reach this historic match - click the link below for more information.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR MATCHING CAMPAIGN
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