Art Galleries
In the heart of the heart of Fredericksburg, woven into the tapestry of America’s most historic city, are eight art galleries and studios, each one a vibrant celebration of visual creativity. And on First Fridays for the past 30 years, the galleries have drawn thousands downtown to check out local art. First Friday participating art galleries include:
Amena Art Gallery & Shop – 810 Caroline Street
For September First Friday: Free Giveaways this First Friday! Come visit us at 810 Caroline Street this FIrst Friday from 10am-9pm, and hear about all the fun stuff we have coming up this month. Regular Hours: Wed-Tue: 10am to 6pmFri-Sat: 10am to 9pmSun: 12pm to 5pm
Art First Gallery – 834 Caroline Street
The Art First Gallery located, in the heart of Old Town Fredericksburg and founded in 1992, is Fredericksburg’s first established artists’ cooperative.
The city of Fredericksburg is home to many talented and motivated artists. The original founders of Art First envisioned a place where these artists could exhibit their work. At Art First Gallery one will find a wide range of art for every prospective collector, from fine arts in a traditional manner to contemporary, abstract works. Paintings as well as artist rendered prints, photography, ceramics, original paperworks, fine weaving, sculpture, jewelry and mixed media are represented.
For September First Friday: Art First Gallery is proud to announce the August exhibition “Black and White” featuring a collection of new work by Shelia Jones September 5–29 location: Art First Gallery, 824 Caroline Street. Opening Reception: First Friday, September 6, 2024, 6:00–9:00 pm display dates: September 5 -29, 2024 hours: Thursdays‒Sundays, 11:00 am–5:00 pm
Artful Dimensions Gallery – 922 Caroline Street
In addition to wonderful works of art in our gallery, we also offer lectures, workshops, individual and small group art classes and cultural events in our space.
Our gallery space is a work of art: renovated entirely by our artist members, we encourage you to make it part of your next visit to incredible, historic Fredericksburg, VA.
For September First Friday: Artful Dimensions featured artist for September is Kathleen Walters and the title of her show is “Creations by Kathy” featuring her silver jewelry. Opening Event – 6 PM, September 6th, 2024 Artful Dimensions is open Tuesday thru Thursday and Sunday from 11-6 . Friday and Saturday 11-7. Show runs until September 29th
Brush Strokes Gallery – 824 Caroline Street
Brush Strokes Gallery features original fine art to compliment every décor. Original artworks include painting, drawing, charcoal, photography, jewelry, metal sculpture, and glass.
Located in the heart of historic Fredericksburg, the gallery is just a short walk down the hall of 824 Caroline Street.
For September First Friday: Please join us for First Friday September 6th from 5-9 pm for our All Member Show: Autumn Essence! Hours are Thursday-Sunday 11-5.
Canal Quarter Arts – 1517 Princess Anne Street
For September First Friday: An opening reception will be held during First Friday, September 6th 5-8:30pm.
Darbytown Art Studio – 241 Charles Street
For September First Friday: An opening reception will be held during First Friday, September 6th 5-8:30pm.
Fredericksburg Center for the Creative Arts – 813 Sophia Street
For September First Friday: This month FCCA’S Fredericks Gallery Presents “Time & Reflections” . The show runs August 31st – September 27th, 2024, First Friday Opening reception September 6th noon-8:30pm
Member’s Gallery: September 2024 Members’ Gallery Exhibition: Artistic Wood Turnings, Paint & Photography: Steve Schwartz and Taylor Cullar
LibertyTown Arts Workshop – 916 Liberty Street
LibertyTown Arts Workshop is a 13,000 square foot gallery with nearly 60 local craftspeople and artists. Here our artists create and show right on site in 27+ active studio spaces. We have potters, wood workers, welders, blacksmiths, oil painters, pastel artists, water colorists, and fiber art.
For September First Friday: This month our gallery proudly presents, “Fin, Feather, and Form” a show featuring multimedia creations. Joan Limbrick, Elizabeth Seaver, and Lynette Reed. The show opens Friday September 6th at 5pm and runs until September 29th.
Meyer Fine Art of Virginia – 1015 Caroline Street
Fredericksburg’s newest art gallery features original American and European artwork. Come see paintings and sculptures dating from the 15th century to the mid 20th century as well as a few contemporary artists. We are located in downtown Fredericksburg, at 1015 Caroline St. and are open Wed.-Sat. 11am-7pm. We offer appraisals and conservation services for art as well as frames. At MFA of VA, we encourage and teach stewardship of our past and present but most of all, make it fun to collect it.
For September First Friday:
Ponshop Studio & Art Gallery – 712 Caroline Street
PONSHOP features Fine Art, Ceramics as well as Handmade Jewelry and Accessories by local and regional artists.
For September First Friday: PONSHOP hosts the 9th annual “Remixed” Vinyl Album Art Exhibit featuring over 50 regional artists working in this unconventional media. Opening Reception Friday September 6th from 5pm to 9pm.
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