COMMUNITY & EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Unmasking the Past Exhibit Opening
FREE PROGRAM!
Join us for an opening reception celebrating the collaborative pottery of Winton and Rosa Eugene, where form and color come together in a conversation of tradition, artistry, and imagination. Meet the artists and explore their stunning work, where function meets beauty and every piece tells a story.
ShenArts Members Exhibition Opening
FREE PROGRAM!
The members of the Shenandoah Arts Council (ShenArts) return for their annual exhibition with a new theme and a wide assortment of artwork. Take this opportunity to meet the artists and learn more about ShenArts.
World of Wood Exhibition Closing
FREE EVENT!
To mark the close of this year’s World of Wood Exhibition, join us for a two-part program featuring several experts in woodworking, conservation, and furniture-making at the highest level. To start, Larry Gochenour and Joe Lehnen, leaders in Virginia’s Urban Wood Program, will share how unwanted trees are given new life through sustainable practices. To follow, Jeff Headley and Steve Hamilton will discuss their more than 40-year career crafting and restoring fine furniture for the White House and other historic landmarks.
Including live music by saxophonist Bruce Fransen and complimentary refreshments, all are welcome to join us for this exploration of the enduring beauty and impact of wood—both in preserving the past and shaping the future.
Heart and Soul of Kenya Exhibit Reception
FREE EVENT! Front Royal photographer Sharon Fisher captured the vanishing people, places, and wildlife on a recent trip to Kenya. The resulting exhibit, the Heart and Soul of Kenya, is a stunning photographic journey documenting the five tribes and majestic wildlife she encountered there. Join us for a reception to meet the artist, learn more, and enjoy complimentary refreshments.
Aggregation Opening
FREE EVENT! Join us for the opening of an exhibit of nature-inspired mosaics by local artist Christy Dunkle. Crafted from natural materials, Dunkle’s mosaics are reflection of her belief in the power of art to evoke memories, covey social statements, and heal. Complimentary refreshments will be served.
Antoinette’s Ark Opening
FREE EVENT! Join us for the opening of an exhibit of intricate pencil drawings by local artist Antoinette Arsic. Depicting an assortment of animals, Arsic’s drawing are a testament to the profound healing power of the arts. Complimentary refreshments will be served.
From Our Studios Opening
FREE EVENT! Join us for the opening of an exhibit of a lifetime of extraordinary works of Malcolm Harlow and Gale Bowman. Complimentary refreshments will be served.
Opening Reception: ShenArts Members Exhibition
FREE EVENT! Join us on the summer solstice for the opening of this year’s ShenArts Members Exhibition. Meet the featured artists and celebrate the retirement of beloved ShenArts Executive Director, Lisa Sipp.