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East Orange Arts Council Revives Cultural Vision with ‘Gallery Under the Stairs’ Opening

The Arts Council of East Orange has officially opened the “Gallery Under the Stairs” at City Hall, marking a significant revival of the city’s cultural programming. The inaugural exhibition features the work of Warren Murray, his late brother Russell Murray, and Janette Crayne Belcher, highlighting themes of family legacy and community storytelling. The event served as a public debut for Warren Murray, who began painting to honor his brother’s artistic memory, turning a personal grieving process into a community-facing creative practice.

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Arts events feature a book launch, art gallery opening, soap carving … soap carving?

Northland Pioneer College’s Performing Arts Department is set to debut a world-premiere theatrical adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel, "Emma." The production, which opens on April 10 at the college’s Performing Arts Center in Snowflake, Arizona, offers a fresh take on the beloved story of a well-meaning but meddlesome matchmaker.

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article local schedule Mar 20, 2026 visibility 11

'In Full Bloom' Art Exhibition by local blind artist

Kansas City artist is debuting a new exhibition titled 'In Full Bloom,' showcasing a collection of works created entirely from memory. Despite losing her sight several years ago, the artist has continued her creative practice, adapting her techniques to produce vibrant visual art without the use of her vision.

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museum exhibitions schedule Mar 16, 2026 visibility 10

Rottingdean art exhibition "Women of Many worlds" – local portrait artist’s first solo show

Contemporary portrait artist Sarah Drewek is holding her first solo exhibition, "Women of Many Worlds," at The Grange Gallery in Rottingdean, running until 29 March 2026. The show features 35 oil portraits, along with prints and greeting cards, and opened with a successful preview evening.

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museum exhibitions schedule Mar 7, 2026 visibility 7

Art Exhibition Opening – Sunday March 8th

Artist Del Chapo is set to debut a new solo exhibition titled "Open Season" at Embers Dispensary in Washington, D.C. The showcase features paintings heavily influenced by early grindhouse and exploitation cinema, characterized by a raw aesthetic that includes visible drips, scratches, and overpainting. The opening reception is scheduled for the evening of March 8, 2026.

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'Branching Out…On A Limb' art exhibit opening at Nevada City Winery Gallery: Opening reception Friday, Mar. 6

Artist Kristin Alpin is debuting a new solo exhibition titled “Branching Out…On A Limb” at the Nevada City Winery Gallery. The collection features a series of tree-inspired dreamscapes created through a blend of traditional brushwork and digital painting techniques. The works range from symmetrical patterns to stained-glass aesthetics, designed to evoke a sense of calm, mystery, and transcendence through the exploration of nature.

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article local schedule Feb 26, 2026 visibility 12

Local artist’s new exhibit showcases strength, healing after 2-year COVID battle

Kansas City artist Michelle Pond is debuting a new solo exhibition titled "The Journey Back," which chronicles her grueling two-year recovery from a severe case of COVID-19. The collection features a series of paintings that transition from dark, chaotic imagery representing her time on a ventilator to bright, hopeful compositions symbolizing her physical and emotional rehabilitation.

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article local schedule Feb 26, 2026 visibility 12

West Kootenay artists open new exhibit at Kootenay Gallery

Kate and Jerry Enewold are set to debut a joint exhibition titled "Carved, Painted and Crafted" at the Kootenay Gallery of Art on March 5. The showcase spans forty years of the couple's creative output, featuring a diverse array of disciplines including woodworking, painting, weaving, and jewelry design. An opening reception will allow the public to engage with the artists before the show runs through mid-April.

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museum exhibitions schedule Feb 26, 2026 visibility 14

GH’s Emma Samms Trades Scripts for Canvas at First Solo Art Exhibition

Actress Emma Samms, best known for her role as Holly Sutton on General Hospital, has launched her debut solo art exhibition at The Sub Rooms in Stroud, Gloucestershire. The show marks a significant transition for Samms, who recently converted her coach house into a dedicated studio to move beyond private commissions into public display. The exhibition features a mix of her traditional, detailed pen-and-ink animal portraits alongside new, large-scale abstract paintings.

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museum exhibitions schedule Feb 24, 2026 visibility 11

New exhibition sheds light on thriving traditional Samoan art in American Samoa

The Field Museum in Chicago is set to debut "Amerika Samoa," a temporary exhibition opening March 6, 2026, in the Regenstein Halls of the Pacific. Co-curated by Reggie Meredith Fitiao and Su’a Uilisone Fitiao of the nonprofit Fa’asamoa Arts, the show focuses on two primary Samoan art forms: siapo mamanu (painted barkcloth) and tatau (tattoo). The exhibition features contemporary works alongside historical pieces from the museum's collection, including a collaborative large-scale siapo created with the Chicago Samoan community.

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Robbins Hunter Museum to host inaugural exhibition of local artist

The Robbins Hunter Museum in Granville, Ohio, will host the inaugural art exhibition of local artist Terry Applegate from January 28-30, 2026. Titled "Where Stillness Speaks," the show features 14 original oil paintings by Applegate, a retired elementary school teacher who began painting after a winter class with Paul Hamilton. Works include serene landscapes, vibrant florals, and scenes of quiet reflection, with key pieces such as “Winter Gift,” “Summer Field,” and “Sunday Morning.” A preview reception will be held on January 28, and the exhibition is free and open to the public, with all works available for purchase.

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A Rare Collection of Dutch Old Masters Gets Its First U.S. Outing

A rare collection of Dutch Old Masters, previously held in a private European collection, is making its first-ever U.S. debut at an American museum. The exhibition brings together a selection of 17th-century paintings, including works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and other Dutch Golden Age artists, offering a unique glimpse into a collection that has rarely been seen by the public.

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article local schedule Nov 30, 2025 visibility 12

New gallery opening will bring diverse art to city this Christmas

A new gallery space has opened above Conways Opticians on George Street in Oxford city centre, featuring the work of five established Oxfordshire artists. The exhibition includes sculptures, prints, paintings, and wood carvings by Henrietta Bud, Martin Barfoot, Andrew Binnie, John Hounam, and Nigel Williams, with Bud debuting sculptures made from eco-friendly polymers. The show runs until January 10, and all works are available for purchase.

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museum exhibitions schedule Oct 24, 2025 visibility 12

What to See in Galleries in October

The New York Times has published a guide titled "What to See in Galleries in October," offering readers a curated selection of gallery exhibitions to visit during the month. The article likely highlights notable shows across various cities, featuring both emerging and established artists, and provides practical information for art enthusiasts planning their gallery visits.

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Juvenile Triceratops to hit Phillips’ auction blocks this November

Phillips auction house will debut a new category called "Out of This World" within its Modern & Contemporary Art Evening Sale on November 18 in New York, headlined by "Cera," a 66-million-year-old juvenile Triceratops skeleton. The specimen, excavated in 2016 from South Dakota's Hell Creek Formation, is the first full juvenile Triceratops ever discovered and the first Triceratops of any kind to appear at a U.S. auction in over a decade, with an estimate of up to $3.5 million. The sale also includes other natural-history rarities such as a large gold nugget and a fossilized marine reptile.

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article local schedule Sep 4, 2025 visibility 9

Premier art gallery, consulting firm debuts in Wedegwood-Houston

A premier art gallery and consulting firm is opening in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood, with a stated mission to keep art at the forefront of the city. The full details of the gallery's identity, leadership, and programming are behind a paywall, but the announcement signals a new cultural venture in the area.

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article local schedule Jul 18, 2025 visibility 10

Big Buddy’s ‘Expressions of Me’ art exhibition celebrates the imagination of local youth

The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge is hosting 'Expressions of Me,' an exhibition featuring works from 40 middle school students who participated in the Big Buddy’s Summer Art Collective. The show debuted on July 17 at the Shell Gallery at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center and runs through Aug. 3. The program provided six weeks of intensive instruction in various artistic mediums, along with lessons on pricing, selling, and entrepreneurship, guided by professional artists.

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museum exhibitions schedule Jun 21, 2025 visibility 8

Finding the music in art: Helen Pain’s new exhibition

Kiama artist Helen Pain, a former professional singer and music educator, is launching her debut solo exhibition "Light Up My World" at Kiama's Old Fire Station gallery from June 27 to July 2. The exhibition features paintings that reflect her musical background, emphasizing rhythm, movement, and flow rather than literal representation. The opening event will include a live performance by the Bonaira Ukulele Group, in which Pain herself performs.

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article local schedule May 17, 2025 visibility 7

City of Detroit's arts and culture office hosts student gallery for its headquarters opening

Detroit's Office of Arts, Culture and Entrepreneurship (ACE) opened its new headquarters at the Butzel Family Recreation Center on May 16, 2025, featuring a student gallery with about 50 works of colorful and thematic art. The exhibition was curated from submissions solicited by ACE project manager Lacey Holmes from schools, art teachers, and community organizations across Detroit.

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