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bristol museum repairs

The Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, a historic Edwardian Baroque building constructed in 1905, requires nearly £4 million ($5.4 million) for extensive repairs to its roof, windows, doors, and facade. A committee report cited by the BBC describes the museum as being in "poor condition" with "major defects" to its exterior. The Bristol City Council, which owns and operates the museum, plans to apply to the Arts Council England for funding, noting that the financial pressure makes external funding essential.

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article local schedule Feb 2, 2026 visibility 14 link 12 artists, 4 galleries

National Art Exhibition in Punta Gorda headlines 25 shows at SWFL art centers

Southwest Florida's art scene is bustling with 25 visual art exhibitions across more than a dozen art centers in February. The headline event is the 15th Biennial National Art Exhibition at the Visual Arts Center in Punta Gorda, a prestigious juried competition for two-dimensional art. Other notable shows include Art Center Sarasota's centennial-celebrating Annual Juried Members Show, the 'Colors in Motion' exhibition at Venice Art Center, and a dual exhibition featuring artists Susan Fraley and Rosalie Mack.

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article local schedule Apr 11, 2026 visibility 28 link 5 artists

The Box celebrates 'record-breaking' year

The Box in Plymouth has reported a record-breaking 2025/2026 season, attracting 356,000 visitors and surpassing its annual target by 18%. This surge represents a 44% increase from the previous year, contributing to a total of 1.1 million visitors since the institution opened in late 2020. The success is largely attributed to high-profile exhibitions, including a major retrospective of local artist Beryl Cook and a showcase featuring Sir Joshua Reynolds’ portrait of Mai.

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article local schedule Aug 6, 2025 visibility 20 link 7 artists

New $31m art-filled park planned for downtown Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust (PCT) will open a four-acre art-filled park called Arts Landing in 2026, part of a $600 million government plan to revitalize the city's cultural district. The $31 million project will feature ten regional artists, including Pittsburgh-based vanessa german, whose work 'Lifted' honors local elders, and Thaddeus Mosley, whose exhibition 'Touching the Earth' will travel from New York's City Hall Park via a partnership with the Public Art Fund. Other commissions include Darian Johnson's wildlife sculptures with VaultArt Studio and John Peña's interactive kinetic work with the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh.

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article local schedule Apr 25, 2025 visibility 17 link 12 artists

Gotta Have Art: Scottsdale galleries have evolved over decades

The article explores the evolution of art galleries in Scottsdale, Arizona, over the past several decades. It traces how the local gallery scene has transformed from a small, desert-focused art community into a diverse and sophisticated hub for contemporary, Native American, and Western art, attracting both local collectors and international visitors.

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article local schedule Sep 25, 2025 visibility 11 link 3 artists, 1 gallery

Annual Open Art Exhibition to be held at Beverley Art Gallery

Beverley Art Gallery in the East Riding of Yorkshire will launch its 24th annual Open Art Exhibition on 27 September 2025. A record 300+ artists submitted works, with 126 pieces selected by jurors Sarah Howard of Hull Museums and Ferens Art Gallery and Andrea Martin of Lincoln Museum and Usher Gallery. The show features a range of mediums from professional and amateur artists, with prizes awarded by the Friends of Beverley Art Gallery and a People's Choice Award voted by visitors. Many works are available for purchase, and the exhibition runs until 18 December.

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article local schedule May 26, 2026 visibility 2 link 2 artists

From soccer opera to British pubs, here are thrilling ways to celebrate World Cup

The article lists various ways to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Tarrant County, Texas, including watch parties at sports bars like The Londoner and Malone's Pub, outdoor screenings at Sundance Square, and themed events at hotels and backyards. It also highlights several art-related activities, such as the "More Than a Match" exhibition at the Arlington Museum of Art featuring World Cup memorabilia and contemporary art, a painting by Jess Collins at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and a "Summer of Soccer" installation of painted soccer balls by local artists in downtown Fort Worth.

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article local schedule Aug 21, 2025 visibility 9 link 5 artists

Upcoming art shows and festivals

The article highlights a series of upcoming art exhibitions and festivals in Springfield, Illinois, running from late August through September 2025. Key events include the Springfield Art Association's 37th Annual Edwards Place Fine Art Fair, the solo watercolor exhibition “Perceptions of Nature” by Donald Landry at the Hoogland Center for the Arts, and the “NOIR V: Resilience” exhibition at the Illinois State Museum. Other featured shows include “Confluence” and “PLEIADES” at the SAA Collective, and the “Statewide: Illinois Artist Showcase” at the M. G. Nelson Gallery. The Fae Folk Art Collective also presents its fourth festival, Mythical Creatures, at Union Square Park.

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article local schedule May 8, 2026 visibility 16 link 1 artist

Ville Aperte in Brianza. Tornano i weekend di visita nel patrimonio lombardo tra storia e verde

The 24th edition of Ville Aperte in Brianza returns in 2026 with the theme "Storie che restano" (Stories That Remain), highlighting the ability of Lombardy's historic villas and gardens to preserve centuries of memories. The spring edition runs from May 9–17, and the autumn edition from September 19–October 4, featuring 48 cultural sites across 35 municipalities in the provinces of Monza and Brianza, Milan, Lecco, and Como. The symbol of this year is Villa Tittoni (Villa Cusani Traversi Antona Tittoni) in Desio, designed by architect Giuseppe Piermarini and later expanded by Pelagio Palagi. Special programs include guided tours by three associations of licensed guides, children's activities, and a school contest exhibition on the 80th anniversary of the Liberation.

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article local schedule Feb 26, 2026 visibility 21 link 11 artists

parties toteme los angeles frieze week

Toteme and CULTURED hosted a pre-Frieze week cocktail party at Toteme's Melrose Avenue flagship in West Hollywood. The intimate sunset gathering featured Ruinart champagne, Grey Goose martinis, and a curated collection of artworks by Swedish women artists, including pieces by Barbro Bäckström, Lisa Larson, and Alina Chaiderov. Guests included fashion tastemakers, arts patrons, interior designers, dealers, artists, and models, such as Christine Wuerfel-Stauss, Michelle Rubell, Yana Peel, Emma Webster, and Esther Kim Varet.

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article local schedule Apr 7, 2026 visibility 13 link 4 artists, 1 gallery

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 May 12, 2026 visibility 17 link 1 artist

Tiny art gallery attracts miniature art in downtown Hammond

A tiny art gallery in downtown Hammond is drawing attention by showcasing miniature artworks, attracting both local artists and visitors. The gallery, which operates on a small scale, has become a hub for tiny art pieces, including paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media works, all created to fit the compact space. The initiative aims to make art accessible and engaging in a unique, intimate setting.

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article local schedule Sep 8, 2025 visibility 11 link 1 artist, 1 gallery

Spouses of PIF leaders visit Art Gallery

Spouses of Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders visited the National Art Gallery in Honiara on Monday as part of the official program for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting. Hosted by Madam Jocelyn Manele, spouse of the Solomon Islands Prime Minister, the delegation toured exhibitions featuring shell money, wood carving, and lava-lava textiles, and engaged with local artisans demonstrating traditional crafts. Acting Curator Julie Fakaia noted that the exhibition showcased gallery collections and live demonstrations, including shell money making and weaving from Rennell and Bellona. The spouses also purchased handmade items from the Solomon Islands Artisans, with traditional gifts exchanged during the visit.

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article local schedule Aug 5, 2025 visibility 11 link 1 artist, 1 gallery

At a height of over 120 meters, the ruins of the former NSA listening station are home to around 2,400 m² of street art – Europe’s largest open-air gallery with over 400 works

An unfinished mountain in Berlin's Grunewald forest, built from the rubble of 400,000 buildings and once used as a Cold War listening station by the US NSA, has been transformed into Europe's largest open-air street art gallery. Since opening to the public in 2011, Teufelsberg now hosts over 400 works across 2,400 square meters, featuring artists such as El Bocho, Nina Valkhoff, Hera, and Dan Kitchener. The site operates as a curated exhibition space with admission fees, guided tours, and regular new commissions, and has been a listed building since November 2018.

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article local schedule Jun 10, 2025 visibility 15 link 2 artists

This is BC: Renowned artists open Enderby gallery

Renowned artists have opened a new gallery in Enderby, British Columbia, as reported in a segment titled 'This is BC' by Global News. The video feature, published on June 10, 2025, highlights the establishment of this gallery by well-known visual artists in the small community of Enderby, located in the North Okanagan region. The artists are bringing their expertise and creative works to a local venue, aiming to enrich the area's cultural landscape.

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article local schedule May 26, 2026 visibility 5 link 2 artists

A Night at the museum

Artis—Naples is hosting its free Art After Hours program at The Baker Museum throughout the summer, offering free admission on the last Wednesday of each month through August from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The program features live music by local musicians and allows visitors to explore current exhibitions in a relaxed evening setting. Museum Director and Chief Curator Courtney A. McNeil and Director of Education & Community Partnerships Dave Aulenbach highlight the program's role in making art accessible to the community.

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article local schedule May 20, 2026 visibility 11 link 4 artists

Penarth artist holds first exhibition after a lifetime of painting

Stephen Stokes, a 66-year-old retired kitchen business owner from Penarth, Wales, has staged his first-ever art exhibition after a lifetime of painting. The show, held at Llanover Hall Arts Centre in Cardiff, features works spanning decades, including portraits, still lifes, and scenes painted from life. Stokes, who studied at art college in Liverpool in the 1980s, was inspired by post-Impressionist masters like Matisse, Van Gogh, and Monet. Around 80 people attended the opening, and several visitors expressed interest in purchasing his work, though he had not initially priced the pieces.

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article local schedule Feb 7, 2026 visibility 16 link 4 artists

Mexico City street market gallery makes art accessible

Artist Luis Valverde launched Galería Tianguis Neza in 2021 at Mexico City's La Lagunilla street market, selling artworks directly from artists at affordable street-market prices. The project, born during the pandemic to generate income for artists, operates every Sunday and features a rotating selection of artists, including Tania Candiani, Teresa Margolles, and photographer Pim Schalkwijk, who set up an improvised photo studio using a gelatin silver process.

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article local schedule Mar 9, 2026 visibility 20 link 2 galleries

Four Galleries to Watch in Milan

Four Milanese galleries—eastcontemporary, MATTA, Martina Simeti, and zaza’—are gaining significant attention for their dynamic programming and role in shaping the city's contemporary art scene. These spaces are championing emerging and mid-career artists, often with a focus on conceptual and research-based practices, and are contributing to a shift in the city's artistic energy, particularly beyond its traditional commercial centers.

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article local schedule Apr 13, 2026 visibility 14 link 2 artists, 3 galleries

The Forward Frame: East End Arts Holds Last Hurrah Before Gallery Relocation

East End Arts hosted a final exhibition titled "The Forward Frame" at its historic East Main Street gallery in Riverhead before the building undergoes a massive structural renovation. As part of the Riverhead Town Square redevelopment project, the 1840s-era building will be raised seven feet to escape the Peconic River floodplain and reconfigured alongside a new five-story Hilton hotel. During the farewell event, community members were invited to create ephemeral art directly on the gallery walls, marking a transition period where the organization will operate out of temporary spaces at 11 and 48 West Main Street.

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article local schedule May 14, 2026 visibility 11 link 3 artists, 2 galleries

Brea Gallery is made for enjoying art

The Brea Gallery in Brea, California, is currently hosting its 41st annual "Made in California" exhibition, featuring nearly 100 artists from across the state. The juried show, which runs through June 28, 2026, includes works in multiple media created within the last three years, with submissions reaching 5,000 this year. The gallery, a 6,500-square-foot space opened in 1980, focuses on contemporary art by living artists and mounts four exhibitions annually. Upcoming shows include "America 350" (opening July 31) and "What Fearful Shadows" (opening October 10), which reimagines early American horror themes.

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article local schedule Apr 5, 2026 visibility 16 link 2 artists, 3 galleries

Readers’ Choice 2026: Pence Gallery — Best Best Art Gallery

The Pence Gallery has been named the "Best Art Gallery" in the Readers’ Choice 2026 awards, celebrating its 50-year legacy as a regional arts leader in Davis, California. The gallery hosts between 15 and 20 contemporary exhibitions annually across various media, attracting over 20,000 visitors with its commitment to free admission and community-focused programming.

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article local schedule May 19, 2026 source 2 sources visibility 10 link 2 galleries

Deodato Arte opens a new contemporary art gallery in L'Aquila

Deodato Arte, an Italian gallery group, has opened a new contemporary art gallery in L'Aquila, a city in the Abruzzo region of Italy. The new space aims to bring contemporary art to a historic city still recovering from the 2009 earthquake, expanding the gallery's presence beyond its existing locations in Milan and Pietrasanta.

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article local schedule Sep 20, 2025 visibility 12 link 1 artist

Third National Art Gallery to open in Ipoh, to feature immersive exhibition

Malaysia's Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry announced the opening of a third National Art Gallery branch in Ipoh, housed in the historic Ipoh Old Post Office building starting next year. The new venue will feature two main exhibition spaces showcasing visual arts with digital elements, including masterpieces from Malaysian and Southeast Asian artists, and a lower level dedicated to what officials describe as the country's most extensive immersive exhibition. Secretary-general Datuk Shaharuddin Abu Sohot and National Art Gallery director-general Amerrudin Ahmad attended the announcement during the Ipoh Suka Langka Programme.

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article local schedule Jul 1, 2025 visibility 14 link 4 artists

Galleria brings unique approach with flowing, weaving of art

The Viera Voice reports on a local gallery, Galleria, which is introducing a distinctive artistic approach centered on flowing forms and weaving techniques. The article highlights how this gallery is bringing a unique perspective to the local art scene through its focus on these dynamic, textile-inspired methods.

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article local schedule Jun 24, 2025 visibility 8 link 3 artists

Random Sample Expands Its Footprint — and Its Vision

Random Sample, an art space in Nashville, is expanding both its physical footprint and its artistic vision. The organization is growing to accommodate more ambitious programming and a broader community engagement strategy.

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article local schedule May 2, 2026 source 2 sources visibility 12

Festival of Cats brings cat-inspired art to Thanet

The Festival of Cats, a community arts festival celebrating feline-themed art, is returning to Margate, Kent, from May 1-4. Featuring exhibitions, events, and workshops across fine art, poetry, film, performance, and craft, the festival showcases work from 100 local artists. Originally launched in 2018 as a satellite event for Turner Contemporary's "Journeys with The Waste Land" exhibition, it was inspired by T.S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats and has since grown into a Thanet-wide event attracting thousands of visitors.

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article local schedule Apr 16, 2026 visibility 16 link 3 artists, 1 gallery

Artists have two weeks left to apply for Edwardsville Art Fair

The Edwardsville Arts Center has announced a two-week countdown for artist applications for the 2026 Edwardsville Art Fair. Scheduled for September 25-27 in City Park, the fair seeks roughly 90 artists across various media, including ceramics, painting, and digital art, with a final deadline of April 30. The event features a specialized category for emerging artists that waives booth fees to encourage newcomers to the professional circuit.

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article local schedule Oct 24, 2025 visibility 10 link 2 artists, 1 gallery

Grand opening set for new art gallery in historic Porter Produce warehouse

The historic Porter Produce warehouse in Fayetteville, Arkansas, built in 1906, has been transformed into a public art gallery called the Alexander Gallery at the Porter Art Warehouse. A grand opening celebration is set for October 29, featuring a ribbon cutting, the inaugural exhibition "Our Art, Our Region, Our Time," live music, and screen printing. The project was a collaboration between the city, Walton Arts Center, and the University of Arkansas, with a $1 million exterior restoration and a $950,000 interior renovation by Polk Stanley Wilcox Architects and Sargent Contracting. The gallery is named for Bob and Becky Alexander, whose foundation supported the project.

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New temporary art exhibition revealed in Albuquerque

A temporary public art exhibition titled “Fantastic Animals from Mexico: Alebrijes and Nahuales” has opened in downtown Albuquerque, featuring eight sculptures each nearly 20 feet tall. The works are installed along Route 66 near the 8th Street roundabout and are inspired by Mexican magical realism, celebrating the cultural legacy of Mexican artisans. The sculptures are illuminated at night and will remain on display through July 17.

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