Yocum Institute For Arts Education

Yocum Institute for Arts Education | 46 followers on LinkedIn. The Yocum Institute for Arts Education is a pillar in the artistic and educational community of Berks County. | Established in 1934 by Chester Wittell as the Wyomissing Institute of Fine Arts, the Institute opened its doors with 3 music students. Under Lila Lerch, the first managing director, the Institute grew to over 300 students and expanded its offerings to include music, dance, theater, and visual art instruction. An arts-based preschool and kindergarten were added and the Institute became licensed by the state.