It’s Time for Class!
Our winter semester kicks off next week and there are some classes that have openings. Interested? Register online or call us to help you (203-453-5947). Our office hours are Monday-Friday 10am4pm. There are classes that begin later in the semester, so make sure to look at the WINTER CATALOG for all the offerings for adults, teens and youth.
Knife Sharpening Workshop: Session A
Monday, January 12
6PM – 9PM
Making Dioramas: Session A (youth class)
4 Fridays beginning January 16
4PM – 6PM
Forging Skulls and Faces
Saturday – Sunday January 17-18
10AM – 4PM
My Funny Valentine: Adult Cardmaking Workshop
Saturday January 17
10AM – 1PM
My Funny Valentine: Youth Cardmaking Workshop
Saturday January 17
2PM – 4PM
Weaving Mug Rugs
Saturday January 17
10AM – 1PM
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The floors in the school building have been freshly painted this past week. We respectfully request that no one enter the building at any time until classes begin the week of January 12. This will allow time for the paint to cure without foot traffic. If there’s something you need in the school before next week, please reach out to a staff member for assistance. Thank you.
HOLIDAY EXPO Final Weekend of 20-40% Sale
Get the best deals on all work in the Holiday Expo shop through this Sunday, Jan 11. Holiday items are 40% off; everything else is 20% off.
Cannot be combined with other promotional offers.
Shopping Hours:
Monday – Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 12-4pm.
New Youth Classes & Themes
We’re excited to offer a fresh lineup of new and seasonal classes for children ages 5–14. Discover imaginative themed classes inspired by Harry Potter, fairies and gnomes, and Alice in Wonderland, along with hands-on offerings in pottery, dioramas, macramé, and painting.
We’re also hosting special Valentine’s workshops where kids and caregivers can create love boxes and heartfelt cards together.
Be sure to check the Kids & Teens section (page 13) of our catalog to explore all the creative opportunities available.
Looking Ahead: February Vacation Winter Imaginarium (ages 5+)
We’re offering a new “open-ended” style winter art program this year with instructor Carole Firth. Students will have great flexibility in creating personal art projects, including 3D story dioramas, games, fairy houses, sculptures, cartoons, puppets and more. Guided by the teacher, children will explore and use a variety of materials. there will be a short snack break, where we may explore the art gallery and outdoors. Register now!
Session A: Monday, Feb 16, 2-3pm
Session B: Tuesday, Feb 17 12-3pm
Early Registration for Our Summer Youth & Teen Program Is Coming!
We’re excited to announce that our Summer Youth & Teen Program is officially ready to roll, and registration opens January 26 at 10am!
This year, we’re opening registration earlier to give families more time to plan ahead and make room for creativity in their child’s summer. Very soon, we’ll be sharing details about the full lineup of classes along with our digital catalog, which will be available to browse on our website.
Stay tuned for more information—we can’t wait to welcome young artists for another inspiring summer at GAC!
Weather Cancellation Info
We try to announce any class cancellations as early as possible on the day of a weather event or the evening prior. To learn about status, call 203-453-5947, visit our website or Facebook page. Please note: GAC does not necessarily follow the cancellation plans of the Guilford Public Schools, so please check with GAC sources directly.
GAC Annual Appeal
At Guilford Art Center, we’ve known for nearly 60 years: creating by hand connects us—to ourselves, to one another, and to something timeless. Today, that connection feels more urgent and necessary than ever. Your gift can make a difference and an impact.