Seniors Art Show
2026-06-09 - 2026-07-03 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
In 2019 we hosted our first local senior art show with Trinity Place, a local Home for Senior Living. Some of the artwork was created by residents in their 90’s! Studies show that seniors who participate in art programs have improved health, well-being, and independence. We enjoy showcasing these artists in Senior Care Facilities.

ART TAKE IN: Summer Art Explosion
2026-07-10 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-11 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
This is an “anything goes” type of show. There is no official theme. This show occurs during the long mid-summer days, and it’s just time for FUN art. We usually have a wonderful variety of art on display during this competition/show. Awarded prizes are 1st, 2nd & 3rd place for 2 categories – 2-D art, and 3-D art. This show is a wonderful opportunity for artists of all types to enter their work and perhaps walk away with a ribbon and cash prize for their creativity. All entries must not have previously won a ribbon in a Stanly Arts Guild show.

Summer Art Explosion
2026-07-14 - 2026-08-08

The Art of The Quilt
2026-08-11 - 2026-08-27
The Art of The Quilt: A Showing of Small Quilts by Three Rivers Quilt Guild
Three Rivers Quilt Guild will be displaying a collection of “small quilts” for your viewing enjoyment. These smaller quilts may be of any theme or style, but must be less than 36 inches wide.
Come by and make your vote for “Viewer’s Choice”!

ART TAKE IN: The 18th Annual Nature At Its Best
2026-08-28 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-29 10:00 - 16:00
The 18th Annual Ellen Cook Gaskin Nature At Its Best Art Exhibition & Competition
The family of Ellen Cook Gaskin has graciously sponsored this competition and show in their mother’s honor. Mrs. Gaskin was a talented artist and had a deep love of nature and all of its wonder and beauty. Entries in this competition should have a nature theme using one of the following as guidelines: fish, fur, feather, field, forest, or flower. Both 2-D and 3-D art are welcomed as entries. Awarded prizes are 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and up to 4 honorable mentions. In addition, Stanly Arts Guild members vote on their favorite entry and a “Members’ Choice” is awarded with a ribbon and cash prize. All entries must be no more than 2 years old.

The 18th Annual Ellen Cook Gaskin Nature At Its Best Art Exhibition & Competition
2026-09-01 - 2026-09-26
The family of Ellen Cook Gaskin has graciously sponsored this competition and show in their mother’s honor. Mrs. Gaskin was a talented artist and had a deep love of nature and all of its wonder and beauty. Entries in this competition should have a nature theme using one of the following as guidelines: fish, fur, feather, field, forest, or flower. Both 2-D and 3-D art are welcomed as entries. Awarded prizes are 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and up to 4 honorable mentions. In addition, Stanly Arts Guild members vote on their favorite entry and a “Members’ Choice” is awarded with a ribbon and cash prize. All entries must be no more than 2 years old.
