Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts

Holiday: SAG Store Closed
2026-07-04 | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The journey toward this historic milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond. Let us find ways to unify our nation and its people: let us find strength and find joy in the differences that make us unique. Let us find strength to listen, whether we agree or not: let us consider. Let us rejoice in our freedom: not perfect, but ours.
The Stanly Arts Guild Store will be closed on July 4th.

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

Sundays With Art: An Introduction To Quilling
2026-07-19 14:00 - 16:00
Sundays With Art: An Introduction To Quilling
We are so exciting to bring more programs to our community. We will be bringing more demonstrations and artist talks on the 3rd Sunday of each month.
Our kickoff Sunday will be in July with our very own talented artists, Ginger Barker and Betsy Lewis. They will have an interactive demonstration of Quilling.
There is no need to register! Come by and have fun exploring art!

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.

Make A Bid For The Cure!
2026-09-29 - 2026-10-31
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
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.
