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Welcome to Artist Alley,
Washington County Arts Council's electronic newsletter.
We hope this publication will engage you with the arts in your community.
WCAC welcomes your ideas and support as it continues to take the lead in bringing together the community's art organizations to strengthen our region's arts culture.
For artist information, arts events, calls for art, and more visit WCAC's web page...
www.washingtoncountyarts.com.
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Most images are "clickable" meaning you can click or touch an image
to go to that event's website/event page.
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The Washington County Arts Council presents:
Main Gallery - Guy Terry Kuhn: Geoexplorations
Michael G. Callas Gallery - Rob Rock:
Cliff Clavin as Prodigal Son - Latest Works from Florida
Thursday, May 1, 2025 - Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Opening Reception: Thursday, May 1, 2025 from 5pm to 7pm
at the galleries, 34 S Potomac St, Ste 100, Hagerstown, MD 21740
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7th Annual Washington Goes Purple
2025 Call for Artists
The Washington County Arts Council, Inc. (WCAC) and Washington Goes Purple invite local artists working in any medium to submit their art for the September 2025 exhibit, “The Art of Overcoming: Healing Through Creativity.” The juried community art exhibit be on display in the gallery from September 4 through September 30, 2025.
“The Art of Overcoming: Healing Through Creativity - Exploring themes of recovery from substance use and mental health challenges through the transformative power of art.”
Please read the entire Prospectus and Guidelines before submitting artwork.
Then, submit up to three entries with the Submission Form.
If chosen, please adhere to the Hanging Specifications
and fill out the online PR/Media Release Form.
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Carol Wilks will be doing a solo show of her amazing animal paintings,” Animal Extravaganza!” at the Mansion House, 480 Highland Avenue in City Park Hagerstown, MD from May 2nd to May 25th, 2025.
The Mansion House is open Fridays and Saturdays; 11am-4pm; Sundays 1-5pm.
The reception will take place May 4, 2025, 2-4pm.
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110th Anniversary Celebration
Presented by Rick & Nancy Hamilton
Thursday, May 8, 2025
The historic auditorium at The Maryland Theatre is turning 110! Celebrate the Arts & Cuisine on all four floors of the Performing Arts Center and enjoy the debut of a film honoring The Maryland Theatre’s rich history. This event will include an immersive journey through over a century of entertainment, community, and heritage.
Savor the Past Tour (3:00pm - 6:00pm): includes self-guided tour through the Performing Arts Center, light snacks, mini performances from local A&E partners, film viewing.
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We are currently seeking artists interested in leading MACreate classes or hosting lectures or demonstrations. These are contracted opportunities, with compensation based on class enrollment.
MACreate offers a variety of art classes across different mediums and skill levels. Each session is designed to be hands-on and approachable, with the goal for attendees to take home a finished piece of work and a new creative skill.
Upcoming available MACreate dates include:
* May 14
* May 20
* June 24
* June 25
* June 28
* Any date forward to negotiate
CONTACT:
Juliana Rivelli
Events Coordinator
juliana@macicehouse.org
(304) 248-2300 x203
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Auditions for the Annual One Act Plays
Monday, May 19th @ 7PM
All Ages & Genders
Readings will be provided
Performances are Friday July 25 & Saturday July 26
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📞 Questions? Call (301) 791-3132
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2025 WCAC
Community Feedback Survey
This anonymous survey is designed to better understand the needs and perspectives of our community. It consists of 15 questions and will take approximately 7-10 minutes to complete, but you may take as long as you need to complete it. You may take the survey on a computer, tablet, or mobile device. It does not require an email, account, nor login.
Please share this newsletter with others in the community - everyone is encouraged to take the survey.
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CALL FOR BLACK AUTHORS TO PARTICIPATE
IN MUSEUM JUNETEENTH EVENT
The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, in partnership with trainer Cherish McMillan-Kilgoe, is inviting Black authors from Washington, Garrett, Allegany, Frederick, and Montgomery counties in Maryland to apply for participation in the museum’s Juneteenth Author Showcase. The showcase will be held Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 2–4 p.m. at the museum, located in Hagerstown City Park, and will be free and open to public. Parking is also free.
The Juneteenth event is being held in honor of the resilience, creativity, and literary achievements of area Black authors, who will be able to sell their books to attendees (and keep 100% of their sales) and network with fellow authors and community members. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect, engage, and support Black writers while reflecting on the progress made since the time of slavery, when reading and writing by enslaved African people were punishable acts.
Authors are responsible for their own sales, merchandise and set-up, and must sign a waiver and photo release form. To apply, go to: https://forms.gle/pzaJj3MWQv1ZmSGK6. For further information, contact museum Education Director Kellie Marz Mele at: educator@wcmfa.org or call (3120) 739-5727.
The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, located on the lakefront in Hagerstown City Park, was established in 1931 by William H. Singer, Jr. and Anna Brugh Singer and has an extensive, world-class permanent collection of paintings, drawings, prints, and sculptures from the 15th century, (plus older Roman and Egyptian artifacts) to the present, featuring celebrated and diverse artists. Accredited by American Alliance of Museums since 1976, the Museum offers tours, classes, educational programs and community events and is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Closed Mondays and major holidays. Admission and parking are free. For more information: wcmfa.org
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Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
301-739-5727
| | There’s a program available to VAA members to display and sell their paintings. It’s a relationship between the VAA and Cafe Roma Ristorante in Hagerstown. All paintings are hung on the walls throughout the restaurant. Feel free to walk around and view the artwork while eating. For details call VAA (301)797-2867. | | |
Washington County Public Schools Annual Art Exhibition
Secondary:
April 26 to May 4
This beloved exhibition features the work of K-12 students and has done so for seven generations. Organized by the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts in collaboration with Washington County Public Schools, this exhibition is generously sponsored by Volvo Mack Truck, the Washington County Arts Council, and Kevin Murray, M.D.
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Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
301-739-5727
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Through July 27 – Cumberland Valley Photographers
Juried, annual exhibition showcasing artists of the Cumberland Valley region. Organized by the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, support for the exhibition has been provided by Conservit, Inc., and Delaplaine Foundation, Inc; awards funded by Jennifer Jones of Cooling Services, Inc.; Hugh and Marty Talton; Nora and Bruce Wilder (Best in Show); Sherry Cramer (Juror’s Awards); Louis Kawaja in honor of Ms. Mary Helen Strauch; and Washington County Arts Council (Juror’s Awards).
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Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
301-739-5727
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Opportunities for Artists
Explore MSAC grants and opportunities available to independent artists.
Click here for details.
Maryland Arts Directory
A free online platform that showcases the high-caliber, diverse,
and relevant work of Maryland’s artists and arts organizations.
Click here for details.
Arts Across Maryland
Use our map to find public art, arts venues,
and Arts & Entertainment Districts to explore.
Click here for details.
Resource Bulletin
The MSAC online Resource Bulletin is maintained by the Maryland Art Place,
and includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists,
grants, and vendor opportunities.
Click here for details.
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The Washington County Arts Council, Inc. is funded by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC), an agency of the Department of Business & Economic Development. | | |
The Washington County Arts Council is a proud member of
County Arts Agencies of Maryland,
Maryland Citizens for the Arts, and Americans for the Arts
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Thank you for providing your email address to the
Washington County Arts Council. Your information was obtained from
at least one of the following methods: signing our guest book,
becoming a member, donating, entering a contest, or exhibiting with us.
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