Winter Art Classes & Workshops

REGISTRATION IS ONGOING
Call For Artists: Shaumpishuh Statue Committee

Shaumpishuh Statue Committee Call For Artists Remembrance, Respect, Reconciliation We seek to honor with a statue a woman whose key role in the founding of Guilford and Madison Connecticut is little known. Shaumpishuh was the Quinnipiac sachem (chief) of the Mennunkatuck Band of the Quinnipiac People who for thousands of years lived on the lands […]
Get ready for Winter 2027 Catalog & Registration

2027 Winter Semester Catalog & Registration We are preparing to release the catalog at the end of this week; look for the email on Friday with the catalog link. We’re excited to present lots of new offerings (including Valentine’s workshops!) plus all of your ongoing favorites. Online registration will open this Sunday – see the […]
CFA: Celebrate 60 Years of Creativity – Guilford Art Center Invites Faculty and Students to Exhibit Their Work

February 6–28, 2027 | Guilford Art Center Gallery As Guilford Art Center celebrates 60 years of inspiring creativity and fostering a vibrant arts community, we’re inviting our talented instructors and adult students—past and present—to be part of a special anniversary exhibition! Celebrating 60 Years: GAC Faculty & Student Exhibition will showcase the creativity, talent and […]
Kick Off Holiday Shopping at Guilford Art Center’s Holiday Expo – Opening Night Reception Nov. 13, 5-7 p.m.

Celebrate the start of the holiday shopping season at Guilford Art Center’s Holiday Expo opening reception on Friday, November 13, from 5:00-7:00 pm. The free community event features festive refreshments and offers a first look at a holiday market bringing together more than 175 artists and makers for a celebration of handmade gifts and creative […]
One Week to Go: the Holiday Countdown is On!

ONE WEEK TO GO! The countdown is on, and we couldn’t be more excited to open the doors to Guilford Art Center’s Holiday Expo! Everyone is invited to join us Friday, November 13, from 5-7pm for a festive opening night celebration. Come enjoy holiday cheer, festive drinks and sweet treats while getting a first look […]
Register Now for November Art Workshops

REGISTER NOW for November Workshops (Workshops are open to all levels unless otherwise indicated. Click the title links to register or find them in the fall catalog below.) THIS WEEK Intro to Blacksmithing/Open Forge: Session B 4 Wednesdays beginning Nov 4, 6:00-9:00pm Instructor: Mace Vitale Learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing & create variety of projects […]
“Soup for Good” Event Benefits Guilford Art Center and Guilford Food Bank

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22
Guilford Art Center’s Holiday Expo Brings 175+ Artists and Makers Together for an Indoor Holiday Market

NOVEMBER 13, 2026 – JANUARY 10, 2027 Get a head start on holiday shopping at Guilford Art Center’s annual Holiday Expo, opening November 13 and running through January 10. This popular indoor holiday market transforms the Art Center’s gallery into a festive shopping destination filled with unique, handmade gifts created by more than 175 local […]
Register Now: November Workshops for Adults & Youth

Try something new at a GAC workshop! Choose from Ceramics Blacksmithing, Weaving, Metals & Painting EARLY NOVEMBER Mexican Day of the Dead Workshop (Youth Ages 7+) Sunday, Nov 1, 12:00-2:30pm Instructor: Carole Firth Intro to Blacksmithing/Open Forge: Session B 4 Wednesdays beginning Nov 4, 6:00-9:00pm Instructor: Mace Vitale Double Weave Exploration Saturday, Nov 7, 10:00-1:00pm […]