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"History Through Art”

Our Partners

Funding for this exhibition has been provided in part by ArtsinStark.

ARTSinSTARK 2026-2027 ART IMPACT GRANT ACTIVITIES

FEATURED ARTISTS & Show Dates

  1. Vivian Geaghan              August 29 - October 3, 2026
  2. Fiber Artist Showcase    October 10 - November 14, 2026
  3. Michael Barath               January 9 - February 13, 2027
  4. Donna (Sigler) Volpe      February 20 - March 27, 2027
  5. Tina Lawver                    April 3 - May 8, 2027
  6. Christopher Triner          May 15 - June 19, 2027


Artist Reception

  1. Vivian Geaghan              Saturday, Sept.12,2026         1:00-3:00pm
  2. Artist Fiber Showcase    Saturday, Oct.10,2026           1:00-3:00pm
  3. Michael Barath               Saturday, Jan. 9,2027            1:00-3:00pm
  4. Donna (Sigler) Volpe     Saturday, Feb. 27,2027          1:00-3:00pm
  5. Tina Lawver                   Saturday, Apr. 3,2027             1:00-3:00pm
  6. Christopher Triner         Saturday, May 15,2027           2:00-4:00pm


Featured Artist WORKSHOPS

These workshops are free to participants and is supported through an ArtsinStark grant. Some workshops may offer additional materials at a limited cost (will be specified for the workshop). 


Spaces are limited and reservations are REQUIRED!


All workshops are from 1:00pm-4:00pm




Workshop Reservations here!

Artist Workshop details

SOLD OUT -Saturday, September 19, 2026

Acrylic Pumpkin Painting – 12" x 16"
Step-by-step instruction.  Beginner-friendly! Instructor Vivian

VIVIAN GEAGHAN

The Pumpkin (Class is filled)


Acrylic Pumpkin Painting – 12" x 16"
Step-by-step instruction. All materials provided. Beginner-friendly! Instructor Vivian works in oils, watercolor, pastels, colored pencil, acrylics, and more. 


Limit to 15 participants, ages 13 and up.


All materials will be provided.

Saturday, November 7, 2026

KIM ANDERSON

Felted Fall Gnomes


Participants will make a needle

felted fall gnome using fall themed wool roving, felting needles, and a mat.

Limit to 10 participants, ages 13 and up  

  

All materials will be provided.

Saturday, November 14, 2026

JENNIFER BROWN

The Art of Slow-Stitching


 Explore the calming art of slow stitching. Learn simple hand-sewing techniques inspired by Kantha, Kawandi, and Boro traditions while creating a unique piece from fabric scraps. No sewing experience needed—just come, stitch, and enjoy the process. 


Limit to 12 participants, ages 13 and up  

  

All materials will be provided.

Saturday, January 23, 2027

MICHAEL BARATH

Beyond Auto: Unlocking Your Camera


 Learn how your camera settings can change the look and impact of your photographs. We’ll cover the basics of shutter speed and f-stop, demonstrate how a camera works, and practice making different settings. Bring a digital camera to participate. The workshop will finish with a presentation of the instructor’s photographs and how they were created.

Limit to 12 participants, ages 13 and up.


Saturday, March 13, 2027

DONNA (SIGLER) VOLPE

Bloom in Oils


 Hands-on introduction to oil painting. Explore basic color theory and learn how to blend oil paints on canvas while creating a beautiful floral painting. Beginner-friendly.

Limit to 12 participants, ages 13 and up  

  

All materials will be provided.

Saturday, April 24, 2027

TINA LAWVER

TBD




Limit to 12 participants, ages 13 and up  

  

All materials will be provided.

Saturday, June 12, 2027

Saturday, June 12, 2027

Saturday, June 12, 2027

CHRISTOPHER TRINER

TBD




Limit to 12 participants, ages 13 and up  

  

All materials will be provided.

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