The Lawson Academy, founded by Dr. Alia Ross Lawson, has offered the Converse, Spartanburg, and surrounding upstate community, music and dance lessons since 1944.
Rich in history and known for its tradition in educational excellence in music and dance, the Lawson Academy is in a strong position to build on its past while looking forward to meeting the creative needs of our 21st-century world.
Lawson Academy of the Arts Celebrates 80 Years of Artistic Legacy
As you step into the Lawson Academy, you’re not just entering a building but a living history that has served Converse and the Spartanburg community for 80 years.