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Community Art Project at the Wharf
The City of Staunton works with the Staunton Augusta Art Center on a community art project at the Wharf Historic District.
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Aug 26, 2025


The Arc of Augusta Art Classes
"The Staunton Augusta Art Center, in partnership with The Arc of Augusta, is now offering Art classes for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Class registration is managed through The Arc of Augusta. To learn more about their work or to join the waitlist for future sessions, please visit www.thearcofaugusta.org"
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Jul 31, 2025


"The Off Center Partners with SAAC"
In a new home, Staunton's Off Center is holding auditions for its 2025 performances Patrick Hite, Staunton News Leader 1/24/25...
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Jan 24, 2025


"Patterns of Love and Beauty"
Staunton Augusta Art Center exhibit inspired by final words of artist's father Patrick Hite, Staunton News Leader 9/25/24...
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Sep 24, 2024


July Art and Music
Hello fellow art lovers, I hope you're all enjoying your summer and staying cool! The heatwave has finally subsided just in time for the opening of our newest exhibitions, "RAILS, RUST, AND RIVETS" and "YOU BELONG HERE." Join us this Friday from 5-7 PM to experience the incredible works of two talented painters, Raymond Burns and Todd Messegee. Raymond Burns, an acclaimed oil painter from Washington DC, will showcase his latest series inspired by the rugged allure of railway
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Jul 5, 2024


SAAC Happenings for May
Hello fellow art lovers, We're excited to kick off May with a whirlwind of creativity and community engagement! First off, mark your calendars for this Friday, May 3rd, as we host our monthly First Friday event. Join us from 5-7 pm for the opening reception of "Art a Voice: A Mental Health Show." This exhibit delves into the transformative power of art in the realm of mental health, exploring themes of recovery, trauma processing, and the promotion of positive well-being. Bu
Staunton Augusta Art Center
May 3, 2024


Co-Art in May
Title: Shaping the Space Duration: May Artist: Karen Rosasco " Shaping the Space is an exploration of dividing the blank surface into a cohesive composition of interesting shapes using acrylic and collage" - Karen Rosasco Downtown Staunton First Friday with Opening Reception Friday May 3rd, 5-7PM Karen Rosasco will be available to answer questions about her artwork. A prize drawing will be held at 6:00 to announce the winner of the artwork by Kathy Belcher. Light refreshments
Community Arts Calendar
Apr 26, 2024


SAAC Happenings for Spring
Exciting times here at SAAC with tons to tell you about! Just to start with this Friday the 26th we have several happenings going on. In the morning for breakfast from 8:45 to 10:30 we will be hosting Creative Mornings and Danielle Unique McEwen. Then in the afternoon from 2 to 3:30 we will be hosting Agora Studio who will be presenting architectural designs reimaging the Wharf and and how it interacts with the Lewis Creek watershed. Agora was here a few weeks ago and these s
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Apr 25, 2024


Co-Art in March
Featured Artist for September: Joan Graybeal-Menard Drawn to Trees: Drawings in Graphite Reception and Artist Q&A: Friday, March 1st from 5-7 PM
Community Arts Calendar
Feb 27, 2024


SAAC Happenings: December 2023
Hello, fellow art lovers, As we bid farewell to 2023, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for making this year truly remarkable. Your support has been the driving force behind our success, and we are thrilled to reflect on the incredible moments that defined the past 12 months. In 2023, our gallery showcased phenomenal exhibits from amazing artists such as Gene Provenzo and Andrew Davis, which captivated audiences with their thought-provoking and inspiring works. Art i
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Dec 20, 2023


SAAC Happenings: November 2023
Hello fellow art lovers, As winter approaches, I find myself reflecting on the breathtaking autumn we've experienced at the art center. The vibrant foliage has provided the perfect backdrop for a season filled with engaging programs and events that have brought our community together. Winter promises to be just as beautiful and exciting here at the Art Center. We're thrilled at the return of Art for Gifts, where you can discover unique treasures for your loved ones. We also h
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Nov 21, 2023


SAAC Happenings: October 2023
Hello fellow art lovers, It's been a gorgeous autumn so far and we are loving it here at the art center! Not only have we been enjoying the foliage this year but we've also been keeping busy with lots of programs and events, like gallery openings, pop-up exhibits, and community programs. Over this past month, during Queen City Mischief and Magic we hosted the Brigade Band and painted dragon eggs with the kids, were honored to be back at Staunton Pride with our Love Sign, and
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Oct 23, 2023


SAAC Happenings: September 2023
Hello fellow art lovers, Autumn is shaping up to be an exciting time here at the art center. We've kept our momentum rolling after a wonderful weekend at Art in the Park and have several exciting events and exhibits lined up for this season. Saturday Art Labs are returning and we couldn't be more excited for the kids to be back in our classrooms! We are also thrilled to be back at Queen City Mischief and Magic this weekend and looking forward to being back at Staunton Pride t
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Sep 21, 2023


2023 Art in the Park Winners!
Congratulations to this year's Art in the Park Winners! BEST IN SHOW 2D: Craig Snodgrass BEST IN SHOW 3D: Noah Hughey-Commers SECOND PLACE: Vu Nguyen THIRD PLACE: Molly Schermer BEST IN CRAFT: Ellen Reid DAEDALUS AWARD FOR CREATIVE USE OF MATERIALS: Lincoln Slusher Thank you to ALL the artists who participated in Art in the Park this year. It has been a fantastic weekend with great weather, yummy food, fun kids projects, and - of course - incredible art! We look forwa
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Sep 3, 2023


SAAC Happenings: August 2023
My name is Angus Carter, I am the new executive director here at the Staunton Augusta Art Center. For those of you that don't know me, I am
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Aug 26, 2023


Co-Art in September
Featured Artist for September: Janet Doerr Cats on Board: New Woodblock Print Illustrations Question and Answer Time with Woodblock Printmaker, Janet Doerr: Friday, September 1st from 5-7 PM
Community Arts Calendar
Aug 22, 2023


Community Arts Calendar
Aug 17, 2023


CoArt in August
CoArt Gallery announces the following event: Featured Artist for August: Artist: Wendy Lam Exhibit Title: Bursts of Color Duration: August Gallery information: 22 W. Beverley St, Staunton, VA 24401 www.CoArtGallery.com Hours for August: Wednesday 1-5 Thursday 10-6 Friday and Saturday 10-8 Sunday 1-5
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Jul 20, 2023


CoArt in July
CoArt Gallery announces the following events for May: Featured Artist for July: Artist: Astrid Tuttle Exhibit Title: Colorful Valley Landscapes Duration: July Gallery information: 22 W. Beverley St, Staunton, VA 24401 www.CoArtGallery.com Hours for July: Wednesday 1-5 Thursday 10-6 Friday and Saturday 10-8 Sunday 1-5
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Jun 26, 2023


CoArt in June
CoArt Gallery announces the following events for May: Featured Artist for June: Artist: David McCaskey Exhibit Title: Oil Impasto on...
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May 23, 2023


CoArt in May
CoArt Gallery announces the following events for May: Featured Artist for May: Artist: Jane Goodman Exhibit Title: I See Colors...
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Apr 20, 2023


CoArt in March
CoArt Gallery announces the following events for March: Featured Artist for March: Exhibit Title: 25 Years Ago … Celebrating our 25th...
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Feb 25, 2023


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Feb 16, 2023


CO-ART January-February
Featured Artist for January and February: Barbara T. Phillip "Scissors, Brush, and Needle" fabric art www.CoArtGallery.com 22 W. Beverley...
Community Arts Calendar
Dec 28, 2022


Co-Art December Exhibit
Featured Artist for December: Recent works by Nancy Spahr Assemblages and Mixed Media www.CoArtGallery.com 22 W. Beverley St., Staunton,...
Community Arts Calendar
Dec 4, 2022


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Sep 28, 2022


Community Arts Calendar
Sep 28, 2022


BSSS October Exhibit
Time and Space: Collage and Paintings by Joan H. Ranzini September 23 to November 13, 2022 https://www.bssschool.org/
Community Arts Calendar
Sep 28, 2022


BSSS Fall Classes & Workshops
BSSS Classes & Workshops for Fall 2022 Read more here: Classes & Workshops https://www.bssschool.org/
Community Arts Calendar
Aug 11, 2022


SAAC Summer Exhibit
Paintings by Marsha Heatwole
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Aug 11, 2022


OxEye Fall Exhibit
https://www.oxeyevineyards.com/
Community Arts Calendar
Aug 8, 2022


Co-Art August Exhibit
The TurnStyle Series. Paintings by Chris Engel http://www.coartgallery.com/ August Hours: Wednesday 1-5 Thursday 10-6 Friday 10-6...
Community Arts Calendar
Jul 27, 2022


Summer Exhibit at OxEye
Ox-Eye Vineyards Tasting Room https://www.oxeyevineyards.com/ Upstairs Gallery 44 Middlebrook Ave | Staunton Gallery open daily Noon- 5pm
Community Arts Calendar
Jun 30, 2022


BSSS Summer Exhibit
Jim McPherson collects John Trippel August 5 to September 18, 2022 Opening reception on Sunday August 14: 5: 30 - 8 pm All proceeds from...
Community Arts Calendar
Jun 23, 2022


SAAC Summer Exhibits
The End is Near: The Covid Years, mixed media by William May and Cut from a Different Cloth, fiber art by Chaucile Snyder...
Community Arts Calendar
Jun 23, 2022


CoArt July Exhibit
Variations on a Coast: Impressions of Subject, Light, and Color in Gouache Paintings by Jenny Abrams www.CoArtGallery.com July Hours:...
Community Arts Calendar
Jun 23, 2022


BSSS Exhibit
https://www.bssschool.org/
Community Arts Calendar
Jun 2, 2022


Art Festival
ART ON THE TOWN MAY 21-22 in the Sunspots Pavilion and Ciders from Mars parking lots. Saturday, 9-5 Sunday, 10-4 MORE INFORMATION
Staunton Augusta Art Center
May 13, 2022


Co-Art Exhibit
Susan Bruney "Travels Reimagined" Digital Photography & Acrylic Paint Co-Art Galleries http://coartgallery.com/index.html
Community Arts Calendar
May 13, 2022


SAAC Exhibit
Paintings by Sage Latané Hastert and Photography by Mandy Puffenbarger. May 20-June 25, 2022 Opening Reception: May 20 from 5-7pm
Staunton Augusta Art Center
May 13, 2022


SAAC Spring Fling
IN HONOR OF VIRGINIA GARDEN WEEK AND NATIONAL POETRY MONTH A DAYLONG CELEBRATION OF SPRING, GARDENS AND POETRY! 10:00-3:45 Artists from...
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Apr 16, 2022


Garden Inspiration at Co-Art
In conjunction with the Historic Garden Week Tour in Staunton and Augusta County, multiple CoArt members will be painting from fresh...
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Apr 16, 2022


April Exhibit at Co-Art
"New Growth" Group Exhibition Our artists have been invited to create expressions of "New Growth." What often comes to mind first is...
Community Arts Calendar
Apr 16, 2022


Summer Art Camps for Kids
June-July 2022 https://www.saartcenter.org/kids-camps
Staunton Augusta Art Center
Mar 24, 2022


Staunton Augusta Art Center
Mar 23, 2022


Ox Eye Exhibit
https://www.oxeyevineyards.com/art-shows-at-the-ox
Community Arts Calendar
Mar 23, 2022


2022 Plein Air Festival
SAVE THE DATE! Beverley Street Studio School to hold the 2022 Queen City Plein Air Festival Wednesday April 20 to Sunday April 24, 2022...
Community Arts Calendar
Mar 8, 2022
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