Promoting and strengthening the artistic and cultural development of Orange County, North Carolina
Kennedy Lytle and Sol Ramirez explore deep roots and high hopes in their art. Sol says, “My roots grow in the garden of inspiration and are rich in culture, story, art and life.” Kennedy states, “My hope is that the world will see the love in our hearts and not the complexion of our skin.”... Read More →
Curated by Anthony Cervino and Shannon Egan Registration link (available until start of event): https://unc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEldu6prTwtE93ZxakbbgFUlytwd-8lLWGb Gallery Hours: Per our semester Covid policies, the exhibition can be viewed through the gallery’s glass front wall, 9-5 M-F Featuring Artists: Avye Alexandres, Chad Andrews, Sarah Aziz, Jackie Brown, Stefani Byrd, Zoë Charlton, Locus Xiaotong Chen, Sarah Crofts, Jason Cytaki,... Read More →
Finding the beauty and ingenuity in buildings and other architected structures. Participating artists include Courtney Clements, Terri Gibson, Chrystal Hardt, William Hill, Katherine Jennings, Becky Johnson, Carly Joy, David Knox, Ray LaMantia, Allan Leon, Pat Merriman, Jacqueline Rimmler, and Barbara Younger. Show runs Wed August 25 through Sun September 19. Opening reception Fri Aug 27... Read More →
Abstract and oil landscapes by Lolette Guthrie, photography and digital art by Eric Saunders and distinctive blown glass by Pringle Teetor. In the gallery and online August 27th through September 19th. 121 N. Churton Street Hillsborough NC. HGA is owned by 21 local artists featuring painting, sculpture, photography, glass, jewelry, wood, pottery, and textiles. Hours:... Read More →
North Carolina Artists Come Together for Memorial Concert at the Cat’s Cradle Celebrating the Life & Music of Esteemed Artist, Songwriter & Guitarist Tim Carless “Tim Carless Among Friends: A Memorial Concert” will be an evening of performances of Carless’ original music and songs he loved presented at the Cat’s Cradle Line-Up Includes Skylar Gudasz,... Read More →
Buzz on over to Kidzu’s Learning Garden on Thursday mornings! We will get our hands dirty as we play, explore and care for our garden and discover the plants and critters that live there. Children, caregivers and community members are invited to come help us maintain our beautiful outdoor space during this program. All ages... Read More →
Come share your work and mingle with artists and arts administrators from across the Triangle. Anyone who works in the arts in the Triangle - artists of all disciplines, arts administrators, and employees of arts-based businesses are welcome! Are you a local college student studying art? Join us to meet local working artists and arts... Read More →
Moby-Dicky Herman Melville featuring Philip F. Gura, William S. Newman Distinguished Professor of English and Comparative Literature Join UNC faculty leaders for a robust discussion of classic texts, ancient to modern. This reading group will meet in person on successive Wednesday mornings from 10 am to 12 pm at Flyleaf Books. Registration required. Meeting Dates: Wednesdays,... Read More →
Are you a mid-career crafts-person struggling to leave your day job or a new-to-the biz creative with dollar signs in your eyes? Join Triangle ArtWorks’ experienced instructors in an intensive business school-style experience aimed at you. From business structures to support systems, from credit cards to cash flow, this course will walk you through the... Read More →
The Diaspora Festival of Black and Independent Film is the Stone Center’s annual series spotlighting films from all corners of the African… More diaspora.The 2021 festival is VIRTUAL. The films will be available for a 24 hour window starting at midnight, on the date of the screening. Registration required to received information on virtual screenings... Read More →
Hear UNC’s Talented Student Poets and Converse with our Published Authors!
Bring the whole family and join us at the Tech Trek, our tech-themed party in the Kidzu Outdoor Learning Garden! This party is co-hosted by Kidzu Children's Museum and the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics. Packed with fun-filled activities for all ages, Kidzu's garden parties are FREE to attend. Be sure to RSVP... Read More →
American Singer/Songwriter from Monticello, Arkansas by way of Nashville, Tennessee, Ward Davis has had songs recorded by Trace Adkins, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, Wade Hayes, Sammy Kershaw, Bucky Covington, Jimmie Van Zant, Buddy Jewel, Carolina Rain, The Roys, and more. Most recently, Ward Davis co-wrote “I’m Not The Devil” with Cody Jinks, with whom he... Read More →
Do you sell your art or craft at shows, markets online? Do you distribute digital media or provide a service as part of your artwork? Do you charge admission to your art programs and shows? If you are confused about whether you need to charge sales tax, want to make sure you have the proper... Read More →
The Ackland Film Forum and the Department of English and Comparative Literature will host two virtual screenings (Tuesdays, September 21 and September 28, 8 p.m.) and a virtual roundtable discussion (Tuesday, October 5, 7 p.m.) in celebration of the department’s 225th anniversary. See below for full details. First Virtual Screening Tuesday, September 21, 8-10 p.m.... Read More →
Depictions of the season in all its glory, forbodings and wistfulness-es by local artists: Ashley Armstrong, Sean Bailey, Arthur Haskell, Becky Johnson, David Knox, Catherine Kramer, Ray LaMantia, Jacqueline Rimmler, Sam Williams. September 22 to October 24 -- Open Wed through Sun, see margaretlanegallery.com for current hours. Opening Reception Friday September 24, 6-9 pm Margaret... Read More →
Colors in motion, Arthur Haskell’s dyed textile art is his own unique expression, reflecting a wide range of influences and decades of refinement. Exhibit open September 23 through October 17. See margaretlanegallery.com for current hours. Opening reception Friday, September 24 from 6 to 9 pm. 121 W. Margaret Lane in downtown Hillsborough NC -- 1/2... Read More →
Registration required. Register by September 23, 2021 on our website. Available on-demand for all ticketholders for 72 hours, beginning on September 23, 2021 at 7:30 PM EDT.Suggested ticket donation (per household) is $15. Tickets available starting at $0. Join us for The Spark with Tift Merritt, featuring award-winning artist Rhiannon Giddens, who begins her three-year artist residency with Carolina Performing... Read More →
Zoom: Pre-register at the link on our website (available until start of event) Jiha Moon’s gestural paintings, mixed media, ceramic sculpture, and installations explore fluid identities and the global movement of people and their cultures. She says, “I am a cartographer of cultures and an icon maker in my lucid worlds.” She is taking cues... Read More →
Registration Link (available until start of event): https://unc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIkdeCvqjgjH9xGrOMRH4DtBz9DtaBhlSSD Jiha Moon’s gestural paintings, mixed media, ceramic sculpture, and installations explore fluid identities and the global movement of people and their cultures. She says, “I am a cartographer of cultures and an icon maker in my lucid worlds.” She is taking cues from wide ranges of history of Eastern and Western... Read More →
Vibrant landscape paintings by Marcy Lansman, abstracted landscape paintings by Ellie Reinhold and figurative wool sculpture by Lynn Wartski. In the gallery and online September 24th through October 24th. 121 N. Churton Street Hillsborough NC. HGA is owned by 21 local artists featuring painting, sculpture, photography, glass, jewelry, wood, pottery, and textiles. Hours: Tuesday -... Read More →
Carolina Public Humanities presents Lunch with Friends and Strangers ______________ Friday, September 24 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm featuring Matt Andrews, Teaching Associate Professor of History and Babe Ruth Click in with Carolina Public Humanities’ Max Owre for Virtual Lunch With Friends and Strangers: Conversations With Faculty. Don’t miss this series of one-on-one talks with Tar Heels... Read More →
Friday Evening In Hillsborough (OUTDOORS) Dates: September 24th Last Friday Dancewave part of the Hillsborough Art Walk in Collaboration with Hillsborough Arts Council. Join us for an evening of dancing, drumming, and family fun! Time: 5 – 9 PM 5:00-6:00: Indigenous Plant Education with Vickie Jeffries 6:00-7:00: Live drumming + Bring a Drum 6:00-7:30: Family... Read More →
ATTENTION: To attend this event, you are required to show proof of vaccination OR proof of a negative test within 72 hours of the event. Masks will be required inside the venue (not while actively drinking). There will be no refunds given for this event.
Have you ever wondered how the constant flow of the latest fashion apparel, greeting card designs, housewares, handbags, kitchenware, calendars, planners, coffee mugs and the many thousands of other consumer products look the way they do? If you have ever looked at a mug or bedsheet or gift bag and thought “MY art would look... Read More →
Artisan Pop-Up Art Show! September 25, 2021, 10am-4pm Location: b-cycled Artwork, 5620 Pineway Lane, Graham, NC (Pineway Lane is off Moores Chapel Cemetery Road just 2.5 miles from Saxapahaw General Store.) Cancellation or late start is possible due to rain.
Brod – Saturday, Sep 25, 10am – 5pm (In-person)
Kick off the autumn season at the Ackland! Explore the art of lettering throughout history, complete an A-to-Z scavenger hunt, and design your very own picture book while looking at art. Self-guided activities will be on hand at the museum and online components will be added to ackland.org for virtual visitors.
FEATURING: Donald L. Oehler, clarinet Nicholas DiEugenio, Leah Peroutka, violins Sam Gold, viola Brent Wissick, cello $15 general admission, $10 students and UNC faculty/staff. This performance is part of the William S. Newman Artists series. Tickets are available for purchase at the door or online (order form coming soon).
The Ackland Film Forum and the Department of English and Comparative Literature will host two virtual screenings (Tuesdays, September 21 and September 28, 8 p.m.) and a virtual roundtable discussion (Tuesday, October 5, 7 p.m.) in celebration of the department’s 225th anniversary. See below for full details. Second Virtual Screening Tuesday, September 28, 8-10 p.m.... Read More →
Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Deadby Olga Tokarczuk featuring Eliza Rose, Assistant Professor of Central European Studies Join UNC faculty leaders for a robust discussion of classic texts, ancient to modern. This reading group will meet virtually over Zoom from 10 am to 12 pm. Registration required. Meeting Date: Wednesday, September 29 Cost:... Read More →
Explore a hands-on, 8-week long series all about renewable energy! Students will learn... - what renewable energy is - the technology behind it - how renewable energy can impact our society and environment - future educational and career paths This workshop is for middle school (6th-8th grade) girls and will take place at Kidzu Children's... Read More →
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