Don’t miss out—Fall registration is open now!

This season is packed with brand-new classes and workshops for adults, teens, and kids. Explore fresh themes, learn from inspiring instructors, and try exciting techniques. Registration stays open all semester, so there’s always room for you in our welcoming, creative community.

Click HERE to view the fall catalog for info and registration.

If you have questions, feel free to call (203) 453-5947 or email info@guilfordartcenter.org. We will respond during office hours Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm.

Note: we will be closed Monday, Sept 1 for Labor Day.

New Workshops, Classes & Club for Teens this Fall

Openings in Tomahawk Forging Workshop this Weekend



Join this 2-day workshop in the GAC forge to learn to make a tomahawk. Learn about the slit and drift forging method; other topics will include forming the shape of the head, drifting the ye, fitting a handle polishing the bit, heat treating and sharpening. Open to all levels. Instructor Aidan Garrity.

Saturday - Sunday, Aug 30-31, 10:00am-5:00pm Tuition: $350/GAC member $35 More info & registration.

IN THE SHOP

New earrings from NAOMI Jewelry

Designed and produced in New England, Naomi's work in bright sterling silver is deeply brushed for a signature, glittery effect.



The Shop at GAC is open 7 days a week. GAC members receive 10% off purchases.

Monday - Saturday, 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm.

IN THE GALLERY



It's the last week of Into the Deep: A World Within, which features marine-themed artworks of Casey Potts, GAC Resident Potter, and Marsha Borden, GAC Teaching Artist.

The exhibit closes this Sunday, Aug 31 at 4 pm.

Gallery hours: Monday - Saturday, 10am-4pm

Sunday 12-4pm

Entry is free.

Call to Artists: Holiday Expo 2025 at Guilford Art Center

Are you a maker of beautiful, handcrafted work?



We are now accepting applications from Connecticut / local / New England artists and makers working in a wide range of media, including (but not limited to): ceramics, woodworking, glass, jewelry, metalwork, stationery, leather goods, personal care items, candles, homewares, textiles, and fiber arts.

For more information about Holiday Expo, the Shop and how to apply, visit our website.

Did you know that August is national “Make-A-Will Month”? 

This promotion raises awareness of the importance of having a will to adequately and accurately distribute assets to loved ones and favored charities. While taking the step to create a will can be difficult for many people, there are resources that can help enable the process. Our friends at the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven have a wonderful blogpost on the topic.

Should you consider leaving an estate gift to Guilford Art Center, you will become a member of our 1957 Legacy Society. Named for the Center’s founding year, the society recognizes visionary gifts from donors who wish to make a lasting gift. We can work with donors to carry out their philanthropy in ways that have the greatest personal meaning.

Please call 203-453-5947 or email Maureen Belden, Executive Director 

mbelden@guilfordartcenter.org to find out more.

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