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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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Creativity takes root

Students at Southern Methodist University (SMU) gathered at the Meadows Museum in Dallas for the inaugural 'ArtMix Thursday,' a monthly event designed to foster creativity and community through hands-on art-making. The debut session featured a mosaic-making workshop held in collaboration with the SMU Craft Club, allowing students to engage with the museum in a relaxed, non-academic setting. This initiative is part of a broader effort by the institution to integrate more deeply with student life through new programming and expanded membership benefits.

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article local schedule Apr 6, 2026 visibility 5 link 1 artist, 2 galleries

NGA Nights & Alexandria Art Scene: Celebrating Spring and an Artist’s Legacy

The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. hosted its popular 'NGA Nights' series, featuring a 'Garden Party' theme that blended paper flower crafting with after-hours gallery access. The upcoming April event, 'United We Create,' shifts focus to the West Building to highlight five centuries of American creativity as part of the 'Celebrating American Art' exhibition and the broader America250 celebrations.

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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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Room 412 in Birmingham, Alabama

Chandler Jones founded Room 412, a small, appointment-only gallery in a Birmingham, Alabama loft, in March 2022. The space functions as an intimate, immersive exhibition environment, described as a cross between a gallery and a mystical hotel room, designed to showcase Alabama artists and foster community connection. Jones, a musician, was motivated by a desire to create a visually and energetically compelling gathering place after being inspired by the historic Chelsea Hotel in New York.

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article local schedule Apr 9, 2026 visibility 4 link 2 artists, 3 galleries

Jones Walker of Taos: Where art feels like home

Interior designers Tony Walker and Max Jones have established Jones Walker of Taos, a gallery on Bent Street that emphasizes a welcoming, domestic atmosphere. After relocating from Dallas in 2018, the duo transitioned from award-winning interior design careers to gallerists, curating a diverse collection of local talent that includes descendants of Taos Pueblo and Spanish carving families. The gallery showcases a mix of modern and traditional paintings, carvings, pottery, and weaving, focusing on authentic regional craftsmanship that appeals to both local residents and international collectors.

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article local schedule Apr 15, 2026 visibility 4 link 2 artists, 1 gallery

Nature photography exhibit now open at Mason City art museum

The Charles H. MacNider Art Museum in Mason City has opened a solo exhibition titled "Ray Colby: Nature Photographer" in its Kinney-Lindstrom Gallery. The show features digital photographs printed on canvas, focusing on three specific themes: backyard insects and arachnids of the Midwest, urban birds from Minneapolis, and migrating Sandhill Cranes in Wisconsin. The works on display will be sold via auction to benefit the museum's programming.

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article local schedule Apr 11, 2026 visibility 4 link 1 artist

Artist brings expressive realism to Truro Public Library exhibition

Artist Sean Benton is currently showcasing a solo exhibition at the Truro Public Library in Nova Scotia, running through April 24. The collection features a diverse range of subjects, including portraits, landscapes, and architectural studies, all unified by Benton’s commitment to expressive realism and observational painting. The exhibition was organized following an open call from the Colchester-East Hants Public Library system, reflecting the artist's ongoing effort to engage with new audiences outside of traditional gallery spaces.

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article local schedule Apr 8, 2026 visibility 6 link 7 artists

Bennington Museum hosts 2026 Annual Student Art Show

The Bennington Museum recently hosted its 2026 Annual Student Art Show, an event featuring works from local students ranging from kindergarten to high school seniors. The exhibition showcased a diverse array of mediums, including watercolor, ceramics, and mixed-media self-portraits, while offering free admission and family-oriented activities to the community.

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article local schedule Apr 7, 2026 visibility 4 link 4 artists

Community Exhibition Explores Death, Grief and Rituals at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery has launched a community-led exhibition exploring the universal themes of death, grief, and mourning rituals. Part of the annual "A Matter of Life and Death Festival 2026," the showcase combines historical artworks from the museum’s permanent collection with contemporary perspectives, including the role of artificial intelligence in grief management. The program features interactive workshops led by artists Bianca Beneduzi and Jemma Mellor, as well as a comedy night designed to spark open dialogue about mortality.

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article local schedule Apr 10, 2026 source 2 sources visibility 3 link 6 artists, 2 galleries

Art Exhibits: What's on display in the Fort Wayne area

The Fort Wayne area is currently hosting a diverse array of art exhibitions across local galleries, libraries, and museums. Highlights include the "Next Generation" high school competition at the Honeywell Center, the 46th National Print Exhibition at Artlink, and the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Award winners at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art. The listings also feature solo showcases by artists such as Sue Davis, Benjamin High, and the late ceramicist Tom Sherbondy.

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Gallery openings and exhibits in Central Oregon this week

Central Oregon’s art scene is hosting a diverse array of exhibitions this week across Bend, Sisters, Sunriver, and Redmond. Notable highlights include Jana Charl’s mixed-media showcase "This is not a Love Story" at Art Adventure Gallery, Hilary Baker’s moth-themed "Prophets" at the High Desert Museum, and a collection of literary-inspired quilts at the Deschutes Historical Museum. The offerings span various mediums, from nomadic woven macramé and custom jewelry to volcanic science explorations and historic cartography.

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Wichita’s Great Plains Transportation Museum hosts benching art exhibit

The Great Plains Transportation Museum in Wichita, Kansas, is hosting an exhibition of 'benching art.' This show features artistic benches, transforming a common functional object into a medium for creative expression.

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article local schedule Apr 13, 2026 visibility 5 link 1 artist, 2 galleries

Mooresville Arts announces winners of 48th SpringFest Judged Show & Competition

Mooresville Arts has revealed the winners of its 48th annual SpringFest Judged Show & Competition, featuring 123 works by 66 regional artists. Tina Vincent of Charlotte secured first place for her collage titled "Black Tea," while Vanessa Thorman and Chelsea Demarest took second and third place, respectively. The exhibition, judged by Shain Gallery owner Sybil Wornall, showcases a diverse range of media including pottery, watercolor, and oil paintings.

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New pottery, art gallery opens in Danville

L Studio Gallery has officially opened its doors on Craghead Street in Danville, Virginia, marking a new addition to the city's River District. Founded by local artist Louise Bendall, the multiuse space functions as both a retail gallery for local artwork and a hands-on pottery studio where community members can engage with the craft.

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article local schedule Apr 16, 2026 visibility 3 link 3 artists

7th ‘Little Artist’ begins at Abinta Gallery of Fine Arts

The Abinta Gallery of Fine Arts in Dhaka has launched the seventh edition of 'The Little Artist,' a group exhibition showcasing 200 artworks by children from 65 schools across Bangladesh. Inaugurated by renowned artist Rafiqun Nabi, the three-day event features paintings in watercolor and pastel that explore themes of national festivals, nature, and cultural history.

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Sewickley art exhibitions support Youth Arts Possibilities program

The Sewickley community is hosting a series of art exhibitions designed to benefit the Youth Arts Possibilities program. These local showcases feature a variety of works intended to raise awareness and financial support for youth-centric creative initiatives within the region.

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Shropshire art exhibition to boost county cancer services

A new art exhibition is being organized in Shropshire, England, with the specific aim of raising funds for local cancer services. The event will feature works from artists across the county, and proceeds from sales will be donated to support healthcare provision for cancer patients in the region.

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Celebrate Discovery at FAU’s Annual Art of Science Gallery Opening

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is hosting the opening of its annual Art of Science Gallery exhibition. The event celebrates the intersection of artistic and scientific inquiry, showcasing works that emerge from research and discovery.

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Park City Photographer Selected for Spring Salon Third Year in a Row

Park City photographer David Winegar has been selected for the Springville Museum of Art’s 102nd annual Spring Salon for the third consecutive year. His winning entry, 'Balancing Act,' is a large-format, hand-processed black and white photograph depicting an ancient pine tree at sunrise in Canyonlands National Park. The piece explores themes of resilience and perseverance through the lens of the Utah landscape.

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article local schedule Apr 16, 2026 visibility 1 link 1 gallery

Tumut Art Exhibition entertains everyone

The Tumut Art Society recently concluded its 68th annual art exhibition in regional New South Wales, marking a successful two-week event that drew approximately 500 visitors. The show featured 39 sales across both physical and virtual platforms and distributed $15,000 in prize money across nine categories. Melbourne artist Nina Volk emerged as the primary winner, securing both the prestigious Bendigo Bank Acquisitive Award for her work "The Storm is Coming" and the People’s Choice Award for "Grazing in the Autumn Mist."

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Celebrate Discovery at FAU’s Annual Art of Science Gallery Opening

Florida Atlantic University’s Division of Research is launching its seventh annual Art of Science exhibition at the Ritter Art Gallery in Boca Raton. The competition features photography and video submitted by FAU faculty, students, and staff that capture aesthetic moments encountered during scientific research. This year’s top honors go to Chelsea Bennice for her photograph of an octopus and Aleksandra Nedovic for her abstract visualization of drug development research.

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