Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts

Spring Garden Craft Show
2026-04-28 - 2026-06-06 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
After those cold winter days, we are just jumping at the chance to beautify our yards and enjoy being outside. Our customers love being able to shop for unique art for their patios, decks and yards.
Vendors are invited to sell their beautiful yard art creations so everyone can add what they like best to their yard, garden, porch, deck, camper, wherever they want to decorate nature! Come by The Stanly Arts Guild store to see what you might find.
If you would like to be a vendor for this show, you may find an application to download on our Annual Shows page, or you may stop by the Stanly Arts Guild to pick up a printed copy.
https://stanlyartsguild.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Spring-Garden-Craft-Show-Vendor-Agreement.pdf

Scholarship Application Deadline: college student
2026-05-09 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
The Patricia Blake Hartley Scholarship

The Patricia Blake Hartley Scholarship was established as a memorial to one of our long-time members & supporters of the Guild. It is awarded annually to a college student from Stanly County, (preferably a Junior or Senior), who is currently enrolled as a visual arts or arts education major. A check for $1,000, to be applied toward tuition costs, will be paid directly to the college in attendance by the scholarship winner.

Applications for this scholarship are available at the Guild store during regular business hours or through the link on our website: https://stanlyartsguild.com/scholarship-opportunies/
The 2026 scholarship submission deadline is May 9th, 2026.

Scholarship Application Deadline: High School Senior/College Freshman
2026-05-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Stanly Arts Guild Scholarship

The Stanly Arts Guild has established an art scholarship to be awarded annually to a high school senior planning to enroll, or college freshman enrolled, in a visual arts or arts education program. The applicant must be a resident of Stanly County or an adjoining county (Anson, Cabarrus, Montgomery, Rowan or Union Counties). A total of $1000 will be awarded in June, and a check will be paid directly to the college in attendance of the scholarship winner. Application requirements must be completed and returned by 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 9, 2026 to be considered for this award.

The 2026 scholarship submission deadline is May 9th, 2026.

Applications for this scholarship are available at the Guild store during regular business hours or through the link on our website: https://stanlyartsguild.com/scholarship-opportunies/

Excess Art Supply Sale
2026-06-09 - 2026-07-03 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Do you have gently used arts and/or craft supplies that you won’t be using?
Do you want to try something new?
Come see what artists are giving up (or maybe trying without the big expense of new).
This is our annual “yard sale” of creativity.
https://stanlyartsguild.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Excess-Art-Supply-Sale-Vendor-Agreement.pdf

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.

World Make Music Day
2026-06-21 | NC
In 2025, Stanly County Arts Council created a wonderful county-wide celebration. We look forward to their Schedule of Events!

Membership Drive
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-31 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Our fiscal year runs from July to June of the following year. July is the month of Membership Renewal for Stanly Arts Guild.
We encourage our members to renew. We invite new members to join. We hope you enjoy what The Stanly Arts Guild has to offer.

ART TAKE IN: Summer Art Explosion
2026-07-10 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
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 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States

ART TAKE IN: The 18th Annual Nature At Its Best
2026-08-28 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-29 10:00 - 16:00 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
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 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
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.

Make A Bid For The Cure!
2026-09-29 - 2026-10-31 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women in the United States, and the 2nd leading cause of cancer death in women. In short, it will touch someone you know until there is a cure.Each October, The Stanly Arts Guild donates items for silent auction to raise funds to support local free mammograms. Past silent auctions have been artistically decorated themes such as bras or caps. The theme for 2025 was “Pink”!

All proceeds will go to Stanly Health Foundation for their Free Mammogram Program.

From Our Hands: Our Holiday Craft Show
2026-11-10 - 2027-01-02 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
The Holiday Craft Show features locally made items for purchase. We are excited to bring more opportunities to Shop Local, Shop Small, and Give Handmade. Come by The Stanly Arts Guild for more information, or join our Stanly Arts Guild private group where Prospectuses can also be found.
