Guilford Art Center

10/16/2026

Interested in applying to participate in Craft Expo 2027 as an exhibiting artist?
The application deadline is coming up.
*NEW EARLIER DEADLINE*
Application Deadline: November 2, 2026
Late Deadline: November 11, 2026

Craft Expo 2027 will be held July 16-18 on the Guilford Green.

If you are interested in applying to participate in Craft Expo 2027 as an exhibiting artist, you need to submit your application to Artrider by November 2. Artrider is our event production partner agency and handles the artist application and selection process.

For more information about what is involved in the process and to apply, go to the Artrider website. Do not apply directly to Guilford Art Center.

10/14/2026

Who Knew Pinecones Could Be This Beautiful?!

Spend your Sunday getting creative at Guilford Art Center! Join us for a fun, relaxing Paint & Sip workshop where you’ll transform pinecones into gorgeous, one-of-a-kind floral art.

No experience needed—just bring your creativity and get ready to make something beautiful!

Sunday, Oct. 18 | 12–3 PM
Register on the GAC website or call (203) 453-5947.

10/14/2026

A Little Glitter, a Little Halloween Magic!
Looking for a fun Friday night out? Grab your friends THIS FRIDAY and join us at Guilford Art Center for Craft & Sip: Halloween Glitter House with instructor Peggy Esposito!

You'll create a wooden house in a charming "Putz" style. The finished piece becomes a unique keepsake to enjoy for years to come.

Friday, Oct. 16 | 6–8 PM
Space is limited—register now and make it a girls’ night (or friends’ night) to remember!

Find details and sign up on our website! www.guilfordartcenter.org

10/14/2026

Get into the Halloween spirit! We have a Halloween-themed workshop for kids ages 5+ on Saturday, Oct 24, 12:30-3:0pm. Children will explore imaginative projects such as witches, animal familiars, luminaries, potions, and more, with plenty of room for creative choice. Register now on our website! guilfordartcenter.org.

10/13/2026

Get into the spirit(s) at Guilford Art Center! 🧙‍♀️✨

Make something spooky, magical, or wonderfully witchy at one of our Halloween workshops! From glitter houses and folk besoms to magic wands and kids’ creative fun, there’s something for every crafty spirit.

Spaces are limited, and workshops are coming up fast - register ASAP!

Explore the workshops and sign up at our website. GAC members save 10% on all classes and workshops!

10/10/2026

OPENING RECEPTION TODAY for Remember You Must Live: On Life, Loss, and Impermanence.

Join GAC and many of the exhibiting artists in welcoming the latest exhibition, which explores the theme of “memento mori” as a celebration of life and acceptance of its inevitable cycles.

The event runs from 2PM - 4PM at Guilford Art Center and is free to attend. We will have light refreshments, and visitors of the gallery can enjoy a special 20% discount on all shop purchases between 2-4pm.

We’ll see you there!

Featured work: Millenium Angel; Sandra Lira.

10/09/2026

All invited to free opening reception Saturday, Oct 9, 2-4pm in the GAC Gallery.

10/08/2026

The GAC shop, school, gallery and office will be closed in observance of Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Monday, October 12, 2026. Regularly scheduled activities will resume on Tuesday, Oct 13.

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