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Art shows, river cleanup, 'Kinky Boots' among Things to Do in Pueblo

This article is a local events calendar for Pueblo, Colorado, listing activities from January 2-10, 2026. It includes two art-related events: an opening reception for the 'Artful Echoes' exhibit at Steel City Art Works, celebrating the gallery's first anniversary, and a 'New Animal' gallery opening at The Ethos featuring animal-themed works by local artists. Other events include a river cleanup, a fiber arts social, a table tennis program for cognitive health, a book tasting, a literary open mic, a performance of the musical 'Kinky Boots,' a craft night, and a regional exhibit at the Sangre De Cristo Arts and Conference Center.

Atelier Gallery to open new exhibition in Wailea featuring Maui-based artists

Atelier Gallery in Wailea, Maui, will open a new exhibition titled “Weavers of Enchantment” on December 27, 2025, featuring oil paintings by Maui-based artists Carolina Manchester, Christina DeHoff, and Stephanie Sachs. The show, which runs through January 31, 2026, presents luminous, intuitive works inspired by Hawaiʻi’s light, landscapes, and natural rhythms, exploring themes of connection, transformation, and the harmony between Earth and cosmos. An opening reception will be held on December 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the gallery, located in Kīhei.

Witherspoon Artists Collective Exhibition at Arts Council

The Witherspoon Artists Collective is holding an exhibition of paintings and drawings at the Arts Council of Princeton's Andrew Siegel Gallery from December 13 to January 3. The show features works by 14 local artists who have studied painting and drawing at the Arts Council, including Lori Langsner, whose piece "Red Geraniums" is highlighted. An opening reception is scheduled for December 19 from 5 to 7 p.m.

See art come to life at Studio 18 exhibition in Pembroke Pines. Here are details

The annual resident artist exhibition, Collective Matter, will open at Studio 18 Art Complex in Pembroke Pines on November 14, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. The exhibition features 17 resident artists working in painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, installation, and mixed media, and will run through February 6, 2026. During the opening reception, guests can explore open studios, meet the artists, and enjoy live entertainment and complimentary refreshments. Admission is free and open to the public.

Ridgeline High School's 'A Little Glimpse' Art Exhibit to Open Nov. 7 at USU

Ridgeline High School in Millville, Utah, is presenting its seventh annual student art exhibition, "A Little Glimpse," at the Lyndsley Wilkerson Gallery in the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence on the Utah State University campus. The show, running from November 7, 2025, through January 8, 2026, features advanced student works in ceramics, 2-D media such as watercolor, oil paint, pencil, ink, and pastels, as well as wire sculptures. Students participate in the entire process from creation to installation, with an opening reception for families and the community.

Homestead’s “Artist in the Spotlight” Returns with a Bold Celebration of Black Identity

The City of Homestead is bringing back its 'Artist in the Spotlight' program on November 15, 2025, at the Historic Seminole Theatre. The event, presented by Councilwoman Jenifer N. Bailey in partnership with The ArtBeat and Friends of the Seminole Theatre, features a month-long visual arts exhibition titled 'Blackity: Reframing Race, Ethnicity & Nationality Across the Diaspora,' curated by founding artist Ms. Tawana in collaboration with ArtWalk Presents. The opening reception includes live performances and opportunities to meet the artists.

Monomi Park Invites Fans to Submit Questions for The Art of Slime Rancher Opening Reception Developer Panel

Monomi Park, the indie game studio behind the Slime Rancher franchise, has partnered with Gallery Nucleus to host "The Art of Slime Rancher" exhibition, opening November 8, 2025. The event will feature concept art, exclusive pieces, and tribute works from over 30 artists, alongside a developer panel moderated by Andrea Rene with Q&A, autograph sessions, and a special appearance by FINAL FANTASY art director Yusuke Naora. Fans can submit questions via social media, and the exhibition will run through November 23, with online viewing available from November 9.

Georgetown gallery chosen to host major Ontario art exhibition

The Helson Gallery in Georgetown, Ontario, has been selected to host the Colour and Form Society's 73rd annual Open Juried Exhibition for the first time. The exhibition runs from October 22 to November 30, featuring original artwork from both members and non-members of the society, with awards presented at an opening reception on October 26. Jurors Stephanie Schirm, Marlene Madole, and Judy Daley will select the top prize winners.

"All Wrapped Up" opening at the Plantation Artists’ Guild & Gallery

The Plantation Artists’ Guild & Gallery (PAGG) in Amelia Island, Florida, is hosting an opening reception titled "All Wrapped Up" on Friday, November 7, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The exhibit features new artwork by PAGG members, with Osprey Village catering the event. All proceeds from the reception will be donated to Alzheimer’s research.

Nicolaysen Art Museum hosting open house for Arts Council Biennial Fellowship Exhibition: Wyoming Wind

The Nicolaysen Art Museum in Casper, Wyoming, is hosting an opening reception on October 9 for its new exhibition, the Arts Council Biennial Fellowship Exhibition: Wyoming Wind. The event will feature a curatorial conversation with curator Ginger Shulick Porcella and will showcase works by ten Wyoming artists selected as Visual Arts Fellowship recipients, including Aubrey Edwards, Adrianna Hinds, Wendell Field, and others. The exhibition runs from October 3 to December 19.

Luann Carra featured in ‘Good Taste’ exhibition at Lord Baltimore Hotel

Local artist Luann Carra will present her exhibition “Re Do” as the final installment of the 2025 Good Taste art exhibition series at the Lord Baltimore Hotel in Baltimore. The show opens October 1 and runs through December, featuring Carra’s mosaic works made from mirror, tile, glass, and found objects, inspired by nature and themes like waves, trees, horses, mermaids, and fish. Carra, an upcycle artist and former winner of the hotel’s Couture Tree Competition, has deep roots in Baltimore’s creative community, having previously run a gallery in her Fells Point home.

Solo exhibition for local artist

Martin Dominguez of Warwick, Uruguay, presents his solo exhibition “PLACEment” at Orange Hall Gallery, SUNY Orange, from September 26 through November 21, 2025, coinciding with Hispanic Heritage Month. The show features paintings, sculptures, and hand-crafted stop-motion film sets that explore the immigrant experience through themes of displacement, resilience, and belonging. An opening reception on September 26 includes pianist Darius Beckford.

Opening reception for 'Along the Coast of Maine' by artist Doug Houle

The Craignair Gallery in Spruce Head, Maine, is hosting an opening reception for 'Along the Coast of Maine,' an exhibition of oil paintings by local artist Doug Houle. The event takes place on September 10, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m., and the show runs through October 14, 2025. Houle, a BFA graduate of Plymouth State College, captures the coastal light of Maine in his work, which he describes as a symbol of hope.

Exhibitions by Lee Sipe and Chase Lanier open at Sumter County Gallery of Art on Aug. 28

Two new exhibitions open at the Sumter County Gallery of Art on August 28: Lee Sipe's "Precious Vessels, Asian Spirit" and Chase Lanier's "Within the Margin of Err/Or." Sipe, a Korean-born artist based in Columbia, South Carolina, creates intricate vessels from copper wire, pine needles, and natural materials, drawing on her Asian heritage. Her work has been acquired by the Smithsonian's Renwick Gallery. Lanier, a University of Georgia graduate, produces works that explore form, color, and the passage of time using fire and precise delineation. Both artists will attend the opening reception.

“Lessons in Expression” Local Teacher Art Show now on display

The Woodlands Arts Council has opened a new exhibition titled “Lessons in Expression,” a teacher art show featuring works by 20 local art educators. The exhibition, curated by artist Annette Palmer, includes a range of media from ceramics to paintings and had its opening reception on August 21, 2025. The show runs from August 12 to October 23, 2025, at the TWAC Exhibition Space in The Woodlands, Texas.

Madison College Student and Faculty Art Show reception

Madison College's Continuing Education program is hosting its annual Student and Faculty Art Show from August 18 to September 12 at the Truax Art Gallery on the Truax campus. The exhibition features work by over 50 artists, including ceramics, drawings, paintings, sculpture, and mixed media. A free opening reception will take place on August 16 from 4-6 p.m., offering a live art demonstration, refreshments, and wine tasting, with summer gallery hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Art League Houston Announces Open Call for 2027 Exhibitions

Art League Houston (ALH) has issued an open call for exhibition proposals for its 2027 season, inviting artists, curators, and collectives from around the world to apply for six total exhibitions across winter and summer sessions. Proposals are accepted in all disciplines, including visual arts, installation, performance, video, and interdisciplinary practices. An artist advisory board will review submissions between November 2025 and January 2026, with a free application deadline of October 31, 2025. Selected artists will receive stipends ranging from $700 to $2,700, and ALH will host a FAQ session in mid-September to assist applicants.

Paradise Center for the Arts Hosts Opening Gallery Reception Tonight; The Work of Aramis Wells, Dana Lacina, Trudi Schaefer, Marissa Shackleford, Monica Wilder, and the Minnesota Mosaic Guild on Display

The Paradise Center for the Arts in Faribault, Minnesota, is hosting an opening reception tonight for new gallery exhibitions featuring multiple artists. The displays include work by the Minnesota Mosaic Guild, painter Dana Lacina, assemblage artist Trudi Schaefer, oil painter Marissa Shackleford, acrylic painter Monica Wilder, and Northfield photographer Aramis Wells. Wells, an astro and landscape photographer, is showing a series of winter scenes from Lake Superior alongside his signature images of the Northern Lights and solar eclipses. The reception runs from 5pm to 7pm and is free to the public, with the galleries open through August 9th.

'Room of Wonders' exhibit opens at Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross

The 'Room of Wonders: A Worcester Wunderkammer' exhibition has opened at the Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the Priory Arts Center, College of the Holy Cross. Curated by Birgit Straehle, the show features works by artists including Abu Mwenye, Caelum Lam, Jose Vicente Criollo, and Madeleine Lord, with sculptures such as Criollo's 'Night Owl' (2025) and 'Fish' (2023), and Lord's 'Old Friends' (2022) and 'Saint Recyclus' (2024). The opening reception took place on June 6, 2025, drawing local arts organizer Tina Zlody and Holy Cross staff member Casey Denis.

Opening soon, a new art exhibition will delight babies, toddlers and small kids

A new solo exhibition titled "First Impressions" by Cork-based artist Jane Hayes will open at The Lord Mayor’s Pavilion in Fitzgerald’s Park, Cork, from June 12th to July 20th as part of the Cork Midsummer Festival. Designed specifically for babies, toddlers, and young children, the show features a giant kaleidoscope sculpture, digital animation, tactile textile works, and playful photography, all created to be accessible and engaging for early years audiences. The exhibition is free and includes an Opening Reception on June 14th.

Part 2 of Kingston Artists’ Showcase set to open in Market Wing Cultural Space

The City of Kingston has announced the opening of Part 2 of the Kingston Artists’ Showcase, a community-focused exhibition at the Market Wing Cultural Space inside Kingston City Hall. Opening May 21, 2025, and running through November 2025, this second installment features works by over 30 new local artists, including renowned artist Joanne Gervais and quilled artist Loreen Hynes. The showcase spans prints, paintings, textiles, and stained glass, selected through an open call, and follows Part 1 (October 2024–April 2025) which featured 31 artists. A free opening reception will be held May 28, 2025.

CUSP Gallery brings contemporary art to Belmont Chapel

CUSP Gallery is organizing the first art exhibition at Newport's historic Belmont Chapel following a major restoration. Titled "As Above, So Below," the show runs from June 14 to 22, 2025, and features circular paintings by local artist Juditta Musette that blend cosmic and earthly themes. The opening reception is June 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. The chapel, built in 1886 by financier August Belmont in memory of his daughter Pauline, recently underwent restoration led by the Belmont Chapel Foundation, earning the 2024 Doris Duke Historic Preservation Award and a Rhody Award for Historic Preservation. Musette will also preview a painting at the Belmont Stakes Race Day Fundraiser, donating it to the foundation's charity auction.

2Create Gallery in Ramona hosts opening event for Student Art Exhibit

2Create Gallery in Ramona, California, hosted an opening reception on May 2 for its annual Student Art Exhibit, featuring works by middle and high school students from the Ramona Unified School District. Students such as Aaliyah Villanueva, Red Harrell, Aro Clark, and Jaelyn Dokken displayed pieces exploring personal themes like identity, fear, and escape, using media from painted cardboard to markers and clay. The exhibit runs throughout May as part of the gallery's monthly First Friday Open Houses.

2025 graduating BFA and BA students exhibit their work at the UNH Gallery of Art

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) Gallery of Art is hosting an exhibition titled “What’s Unseen; Left Unsaid” from April 18 to May 18, 2025, featuring works by 13 graduating BFA and BA students. The students handled the setup, installation, and creative vision of the show, which explores how art reveals unspoken emotions and experiences. An opening reception was held April 18, and the students also presented their work during a three-part event at the Undergraduate Research Conference. Since the closure of the UNH Museum of Art over a year ago, students have taken on the coordination and execution of exhibitions, with guidance from faculty.

INSPIRED MINDS: Young Artist Exhibition Opens May 15 at SOPAC

The South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) announced the return of the INSPIRED MINDS: Young Artist Exhibition, a showcase of visual art by high school students from Essex County, running from May 15 to August 17, 2025, in the Herb + Milly Iris Gallery. Over 1,000 submissions were received, with a jury selecting about 80 pieces for display. The opening reception on May 15 will also feature the third annual Paul Bartick Emerging Artist Award, presented to Millburn High School senior Obenewaa Frimpomaa, a Scholastic National Gold Art Medalist whose work explores identity, history, and empowerment of underrepresented voices.

Spring Senior Art Exhibition Showcases Student Achievements

West Liberty University (WLU) is hosting its Spring Senior Art Exhibition in the Nutting Gallery, starting April 30 with an opening reception from 5:30-7 p.m. The exhibit, running through May 8, features capstone projects by senior art majors in graphic design, art education, and studio art, including students Olivia Bernola, Allison Diantonio, Lilianna Hardt, Ireland McCafferty, Briston Ramby, Kaylee Savage, Nico Walker, and Nathan Wharton. The work was guided by Professor Brian Fencl, director of the Nutting Gallery, and Professor of Graphic Design Moonjung Kang.

Tang Teaching Museum hosts Senior Thesis Art Exhibition 2025

Skidmore College's annual Senior Thesis Art Exhibition returns to the Tang Teaching Museum, featuring work from 41 senior studio art majors. The exhibition spans disciplines including ceramics, communication design, drawing, painting, digital media, fiber arts, jewelry and metals, photography, printmaking, and sculpture. An opening reception will be held on May 9, 2025, and the show runs from May 8 through May 17, 2025, with free admission.

Gallery 50 welcomes spring with “Here Comes the Sun”

Gallery 50 in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, is hosting an opening reception for its new spring exhibition, “Here Comes the Sun,” on May 8 from 5:30–8 p.m. The show features 11 local artists—Jonathan Frazier, Robyn Jacobs, Sarah Maclay, Pat McCleary, Mary Moores, Judy Pyle, Jayne Shord, Anne St. John, Lindsay Tozier-School, Anita Williams, and curator Marti Yeager—presenting works in oil, acrylic, pastel, photography, watercolor, and enamel on copper. The evening also includes the unveiling of a mural by California-based artist Nigel Sussman, live music from Sons of Pitches, and new fine art and crafts for sale. The exhibition runs through August 1, 2026.

Artscape Jamestown To Host Opening Reception May 21

ArtScape Jamestown has finalized its 2026 season, with an opening reception scheduled for May 21 from 5 to 7 p.m., hosted by Chautauqua Art Gallery and Pearl City Clay House. Now in its fourth year, the program will display 59 banners featuring juried works by regional artists throughout downtown Jamestown, transforming the city into an open-air gallery. The original artwork will be exhibited indoors at both venues from May 21 through July 4, with additional summer programs including Sunday Artist Salons, interactive tent activities, and plein air sketching sessions at the Farmers Market.

YVC student art show at Larson Gallery

Yakima Valley College (YVC) art students are showcasing their work in the annual Student Art Show at Larson Gallery. The exhibition features artwork created for class assignments from spring and fall quarters of 2025 and winter quarter of 2026, spanning mediums such as ceramics, painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and design. Awards and honorable mentions were presented at the opening reception on May 5, and many pieces are available for purchase. The show runs through Saturday, May 30, with free admission.