Guilford Art Center Presents “The Third Place”: A Youth Art Exhibition Celebrating Creativity, Community & Belonging
JUNE 6 – JUNE 22
Welcome New Summer Instructors for Adult & Youth
WELCOME NEW SUMMER FACULTY AND COORDINATORS! RACHEL BARCLAY Adult/Textiles Rachel studied Textiles, Installation Sculpture, Printmaking and Elementary Education in San Francisco and Long Beach, CA. She embraces the hand-work practice of Shashiko as an act of mindfulness, empowerment, beauty and sustainability. She focuses on making functional sewn and embellished garments, home goods and mixed media […]
PERSON OF THE WEEK: Claudia Schiavone
Schiavone Invites Hands-On Summer Learning at GAC By Pam Johnson, Senior Staff Writer, May 28, 2025 For Claudia Schiavone, summer programming at Guilford Art Center (GAC) is perhaps the most exciting time on campus. She’s looking forward to seeing the interaction of kids, teens, adults, and creative minds of all ages unfold. Registration is underway […]
GAC Announces 2025 Guilford Craft Expo Participating Artists
The Guilford Art Center is proud to announce that the full artist roster for the 2025 Guilford Craft Expo is now live, marking the start of the countdown to one of New England’s most beloved summer art events. Celebrating its 68th year, the Craft Expo returns to the historic Guilford Green from July 18–20, bringing […]
Summer Art Programs for Kids at GAC
Creative learning, Bridge Care, and Financial Aid available for all Looking for a fun, enriching way to keep your kids engaged this summer? Guilford Art Center’s Summer Youth Art Program is now open for registration—and we’re welcoming young artists ages 5–12 for a summer of creativity, discovery, and joy. From ceramics and sculpture to painting […]
25-40% Sale Thru Sunday: GAC Closed Monday; Spring Workshops
Save up to 40%! We’re making room on our shop shelves for new items. We have lots of beautiful things marked up 25- 40% off – jewelry, accessories, ceramics, glass items, body care, candles, wood, stationery, and lots more. The sale will run from May 17-25. The Shop is open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm and Sunday 12-4pm. […]
Inspire, Imagine, Create: Guilford Art Center Invites Kids to Join Summer Art Program with Expanded Access and Support
This summer, Guilford Art Center encourages children to keep their creativity alive through its Summer Youth Art Program, running weekly from June 23 – August 22. Designed for ages 5–12, the program offers hands-on art classes in painting, sculpture, drawing, ceramics, mixed media, and more—all taught by experienced, professional teaching artists in a supportive, inspiring […]
Call for Artists: The Third Place
The Third Place embraces the concept that a space which is not work/school or home – but a third place – is instrumental in fostering innovation of thinking, creativity, and establishing a sense of belonging. This exhibition will continue to explore how the significance of the arts, and the communities which are built around them, provide […]
Forge Ahead! Register for June & July Blacksmith Classes & Workshops
Summer is a great time to learn new things. Why not try a blacksmith or bladesmithing class? We have many classes/workshops happening in June & July. Open to students of all levels and abilities. Find the class that works for you! Register now! JUNE CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Forging BraceletsMarsha Trattner June 1 BBQ Tools WorkshopMarsha TrattnerJune […]
Shop Sale: Save Up to 40% May 17-25
We’ve been spring cleaning! We’re making room on our shop shelves for new items. We have lots of beautiful things marked up to 40% off – jewelry, accessories, ceramics, glass items, body care, candles, wood, stationery, and lots more. The sale will run from May 17-25. The Shop is open today 10am-4pm and Sunday 12-4pm. […]
