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Santa Monica Events: New Art Gallery, Kids Club & More

Santa Monica is launching its first-ever municipal art gallery at the Bergamot Station Arts Center, debuting with the inaugural exhibition "Case Study: Adapt." The opening ceremony on April 10 will feature remarks from California for the Arts Executive Director Julie Baker and a commendation for State Senator Ben Allen in recognition of Arts Month. The launch is part of a broader weekend of community programming including the Venice Street Fair and sound art workshops at the Camera Obscura Art Lab.

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Santa Monica City Gallery Opens At Bergamot Station

The City of Santa Monica has officially opened the Santa Monica City Gallery, its first municipal art space, located within the Bergamot Station Arts Center. The gallery launched with the inaugural exhibition "Case Study: Adapt," which showcases architectural models designed by students and professional firms to address housing needs for families displaced by the 2025 California wildfires. The venue is designed to host a rotating schedule of exhibitions, artist residencies, and selections from the city’s permanent Art Bank collection.

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article local schedule Apr 2, 2026 visibility 4 link 1 artist, 2 galleries

Santa Monicas 1st Municipal Art Gallery To Open Soon

The City of Santa Monica is launching its first municipal art gallery, the Santa Monica City Gallery, located within the Bergamot Station Arts Center. The space will debut on April 10 with an inaugural exhibition titled “Case Study: Adapt,” which features architectural models developed by USC Architecture students in collaboration with professional firms. The opening event will include remarks from California for the Arts Executive Director Julie Baker and a commendation for State Senator Ben Allen.

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article local schedule Apr 16, 2026 visibility 4 link 10 artists

Diverse Materials and Perspectives in Upstairs Artspace’s Two Spring Shows

Upstairs Artspace in Tryon is launching two concurrent exhibitions, "Fight or Flight" and "Birds of a Feather," opening April 19. The solo show by Asheville-based artist Erika Diamond features textile sculptures crafted from bulletproof Kevlar and mirrored vinyl, exploring themes of queer safety, resilience, and survival. The accompanying group show, curated by Diamond, brings together eight artists whose works in photography, glass, and painting examine identity and the human body's relationship to the natural world.

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article local schedule Apr 16, 2026 visibility 6 link 4 artists, 1 gallery

Notta Gallery Celebrates Hispanic Art and Culture with Fuego Festival and ‘Caballo de Fuego’

Notta Gallery in Lakeland, Florida, is launching a major retrospective titled 'Caballo de Fuego: Firehorse' dedicated to the 90-year-old Cuban master Gonzalo Borges. The exhibition features over 40 works spanning three decades, ranging from 1994 to a new piece completed in 2025. To mark the opening, the gallery is hosting the inaugural Fuego Festival, a street event celebrating Hispanic heritage through art, Latin cuisine, and live music.

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article local schedule Apr 15, 2026 visibility 8 link 1 artist, 1 gallery

Art for humanity: Habitat refreshes its fine art gallery

Habitat for Humanity of Bermuda has launched a dedicated fine art gallery within its ReStore location on King Street to support local housing projects. Curated by artists Diana Amos and Sheilagh Head, the space features works by thirteen local creators, including traditional landscapes, digital flora, and multimedia panels. A portion of every sale—33 percent—is directly funneled into the charity’s mission of renovating and retrofitting homes for the elderly and disabled across the island.

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article local schedule Apr 9, 2026 visibility 7 link 5 artists, 1 gallery

58th Annual Juried Undergraduate Exhibition showcases WCU student artists

The WCU Fine Art Museum recently hosted its 58th Annual Juried Undergraduate Exhibition, featuring works by 25 student artists across various media including video, sculpture, and photography. Juried by artist Tracy Templeton, the showcase highlighted technical skill and personal expression, with top honors going to James Wood Boone for his time-based media piece "The Caretaker" and Valeria Enid Ramos for her portraiture.

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article local schedule Mar 25, 2026 visibility 4 link 10 artists, 2 galleries

EXPANDED METAMORPHOSIS To Open At Art House Gallery In Jersey City

Art House Gallery in Jersey City is set to host "Expanded Metamorphosis: Contemporary Approaches to Process," a group exhibition curated by Andrea McKenna. Running from April 4 to April 26, 2026, the show features ten artists—including Jan Huling, Valerie Huhn, and Dan Payton—who utilize industrial, organic, and repurposed materials. The collection emphasizes the physical act of creation, showcasing works that have been shaped through rigorous methods of alteration, accumulation, and construction.

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La Cloche Art Show announces its 2026 Featured Artist Robert Potvin

The organizers of the 47th La Cloche Art Show have named Robert Potvin as the Artist of Distinction for the 2026 exhibition. Potvin, a self-taught acrylic painter and elected member of the Society of Canadian Artists, is recognized for his depictions of Northern Ontario landscapes and vanishing ways of life. The announcement comes as the community prepares for the 2025 edition of the juried show, which remains a staple of the regional art scene in Whitefish Falls.

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Herndon Art Teacher Rebecca Ogun to be Featured in Local Art Show

Rebecca Ogun, an art teacher at Herndon High School, has been selected as a featured artist for the upcoming "Celebrate Reston" art exhibition. The show is a judged competition hosted at the Jo Ann Rose Gallery, featuring a diverse array of painting and mixed media works under an "Artist's Choice" theme. The exhibition will run from March 30th through April 27th, with a public reception scheduled for the afternoon of April 12th.

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article local schedule Apr 3, 2026 visibility 4 link 1 gallery

Annual Wiscasset K-12 Student Art Exhibition

The Maine Art Gallery is launching its new season with the Wiscasset K-12 Student Art Exhibition, featuring over 100 works by local students. Curated by art teachers Emily Dobson and Liz Proffetty, the showcase includes a diverse range of media such as painting, sculpture, and photography. A public reception will be held on April 9 to honor the young artists and their creative contributions to the community.

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article local schedule Apr 17, 2026 visibility 1 link 4 artists, 1 gallery

Creative Young Minds exhibit sparks imagination

The Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center, in partnership with the Calexico Recreation Department, has launched the "Creative Young Minds" exhibition. The showcase features diverse works including paintings, photography, ceramics, and mixed media from 51 student artists hailing from Calexico, El Centro, Imperial, Brawley, and Mexicali. The opening ceremony was attended by local dignitaries and the Mexican consul, highlighting the cross-border cultural participation of the region's youth.

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article local schedule Apr 14, 2026 visibility 8 link 1 artist

Call to Artists: 38th Annual Art in Gadsden Juried Exhibition Applications open now until Friday, May 15, 2026, 5PM EDT

The Gadsden Arts Center & Museum has officially opened applications for its 38th Annual Art in Gadsden Juried Exhibition. Open to current members living within 200 miles of Quincy, Florida, as well as former Gadsden County residents, the call for entries remains active until May 15, 2026. This year’s programming is set to expand beyond the gallery walls, featuring a three-day flash sale, artist studio tours, and a specialized luncheon to engage the local community.

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Emeritus Student Photography Exhibition 2026 Now Open to the Public

The Emeritus Student Photography Exhibition 2026 has opened to the public, showcasing the work of older adult students from the Emeritus College photography program. The exhibition features a diverse range of photographic subjects and techniques, highlighting the creative output of non-traditional, lifelong learners.

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article local schedule Apr 19, 2026 visibility 1 link 2 galleries

One year in, this art centre for veterans can't keep up with demand for supports

The Veterans Wellness Centre and Art Gallery in Port Stanley, Ontario, is celebrating its first anniversary while facing a surge in demand that exceeds its current financial capacity. Founded by veteran James Agesen, the center provides a dedicated space for veterans and first responders to engage in art therapy, exhibit their work, and access peer support services to assist in their transition to civilian life.

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article local schedule Apr 18, 2026 visibility 9 link 2 artists

Celebrating ‘stars’ in student art

The Association of Student Artists is hosting its 32nd annual exhibition, titled “Among the Stars,” at Kingsford High School. The event showcases over 600 artworks from students across nine regional school districts, featuring a diverse range of mediums including oil painting, sculpture, digital art, and metal smithing. The program includes a public viewing, an awards ceremony for Merit and Best in Show honors, and portfolio reviews conducted by representatives from several major regional universities.

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article local schedule Apr 13, 2026 visibility 2 link 1 gallery

Art exhibition by elderly group showcasing Valletta city

A group of senior citizens from Valletta, Malta, has launched a collaborative art exhibition titled 'Kollettiv' at the Valletta Local Council. Organized by the community group Għeruq il-Komunità and supported by the Alf Mizzi Foundation, the showcase features paintings created by residents over the age of 60 alongside works by local primary school students. Under the guidance of artist Paul Galea, participants translated their personal interpretations of the capital city onto canvas during a series of workshops.

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article local schedule Apr 6, 2026 visibility 2 link 5 artists, 4 galleries

Here are the best things to do in NYC this week, April 5-12

The annual Artexpo New York returns to the city's cultural calendar this week, serving as a major highlight among a diverse array of local events. The fair joins other significant spring activations including the New Directors/New Films festival at Lincoln Center and MoMA, the Big Umbrella Festival, and the seasonal reopening of major outdoor markets like Smorgasburg.

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article local schedule Apr 1, 2026

Naramore Art Show

Seattle Public Schools has launched the 2026 Naramore Art Show, a long-standing annual tradition featuring over 200 artworks created by middle and high school students. Hosted at the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) Community Gallery, the exhibition includes a diverse range of media such as ceramics, digital art, photography, and sculpture. The event features both a physical installation running through May 31 and a virtual gallery to ensure wider accessibility for the community.

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article local schedule Mar 24, 2026 link 1 artist

Habitat Bermuda to open new art gallery

Habitat for Humanity of Bermuda is launching a dedicated art gallery within its ReStore location on King Street. The grand opening, scheduled for March 26, features a group exhibition of local talent including Sheilagh Head, Diana Amos, and Martin Hatfield. The event will be hosted with Governor Andrew Murdoch as the guest of honor, marking a new chapter for the charity’s engagement with the creative community.

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article local schedule Mar 23, 2026 link 1 artist

Art students in Canfield, LaBrae named to Governor’s Exhibition named to Governor’s Exhibition

Six high school students from Ohio's Mahoning Valley, representing Canfield and LaBrae high schools, have been selected to showcase their work in the 2026 Ohio Governor’s Youth Art Exhibition. Out of nearly 6,000 statewide submissions, pieces by students including Mia Tisone, Zoe Dillinger, and Truly Jacops were named among the top 300 in the state. Their artworks will be displayed at the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus from April 12 through May 15, while additional works will appear in a digital "cameo" exhibition.

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article local schedule Mar 12, 2026 visibility 1 link 6 artists

Great Dunmow artist has painting featured in Harlow Open exhibition

Great Dunmow artist Mandy Whittick is among the selected participants in this year's Harlow Open exhibition at the Gibberd Gallery. Her acrylic painting, "Stocks and Tulips," was chosen from nearly 500 submissions by a panel of prestigious judges, including representatives from the Royal College of Art and the Cambridge School of Art. The annual showcase, organized by the Harlow Art Trust, features 205 works from regional creators and is curated this year by Laura Noble.

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Local artists and residents showcase artwork at pop-up exhibition

Rashwood Care Home in Droitwich recently transformed its communal spaces into a pop-up art gallery, featuring a diverse collection of works by local artists and residents. The exhibition included needle-felted topiary, Egyptian-themed art, and handcrafted floral pieces created by the nursing staff. The event was inspired by social engagement co-ordinator Ann Shilton, who used the platform to honor her late mother’s previously unseen artwork.

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