The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum is the official interpretive center for the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, designated by the US Congress in 1986.

The Museum’s multisensory and wheelchair-accessible exhibitions explore thousands of years of cultural and natural history with the mission to inspire stewardship of the Columbia River Gorge and Wasco County, and to encourage active life-long learning about our shared environment and the preservation, collection and interpretation of the cultural and natural history of the region.

Collections include hundreds of historic objects, Native American baskets, photographs, local genealogical files and much more available for research. The Raptor Program enables visitors to experience first hand the magnificent creatures flying through the Gorge today.

The Museum’s educational programs serve thousands of local school students and visitors through hands-on ecology and outdoor experiences that share the history and science of this unique region.

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Material Remembrance explores the human desire for storytelling through fiber art, featuring work by Cameron Taylor-Brown and Aneesa Shami Zizzo.

Both artists create abstracted imagery referencing historic places and personal memory using textile materials, showing deep commitment to their craft and the mastery of technique that speaks to the breadth of their experiences.

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Every 2nd Friday of the month, the Torpedo Factory Art Center is open late, offering free activities, live music, art workshops, and open artist studios.

This month, we’re celebrating Handwork 2026, and featuring the diversity of the crafts that define America, bringing compelling stories and underrepresented art and artists into the spotlight.

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Despite his legacy as a trailblazer, Leo Twiggs has never had a full retrospective in his home state of South Carolina.

The Gibbes aims to remedy that by celebrating his visionary career, showcasing his Batik technique and reflections on the American experience across six decades.

Guest-curated by art historian Dr. Frank Martin, the exhibition—accompanied by a full-color catalogue—will mark the 50th anniversary of Twiggs’ first solo show at the Gibbes in 1976.

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Hand and machine are two words that may appear to be diametrically opposed.

Yet, this exhibition of works by six textile artists – Kristy Bishop, Amalia Galdona Broche, Catharine Ellis,  Amy Putansu, Jon Eric Riis, and Christine Tedesco – using different techniques and equally distinct styles illustrate that the opposite may be true.

Gallery is open Thursday – Sunday, 1-5pm

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Delve into the wonderful world of Fiber Arts in this special teens-only workshop. Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to hand-sew small garments, weave on a heddle loom, and felt small sculptures. This is ideal for teenagers who are interested in crafting at home but don’t know where to start!

Open to youth ages 12-18. Participants should pack a nut-free lunch.

Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Pricing: $75 not-yet members, $60 members (passport level and above)

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Bainbridge Arts & Crafts fosters creativity and connection through the transformative power of art by supporting diverse local and regional artists, providing arts education, and cultivating a community where art and artists thrive.

Established in 1948, BAC is the region’s oldest nonprofit gallery and arts organization and is dedicated to supporting local and regional artists; providing arts education, outreach, and scholarships; and sparking a love of art in our community.

We partner with Pacific Northwest artists and organizations to foster a vibrant arts culture on Bainbridge Island through exhibitions, arts education and programs, artist representation, and creative collaborations that foster a culture of diverse artistic expression.

BAC is a place where creative ideas are exchanged and artists are discovered, celebrated, and amplified.

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“Maine by Hand: Contemporary Craft in York County” is an exhibition series spanning five craft traditions — ceramics, woodworking, metalworking, glass and weaving and fiber arts — highlighting the skill and creativity found in the handmade.

From October 10 through November 22, the Maine by Hand: Fiber exhibition will feature hooked rug artist Lisanne Miller (Wells) and weaver Elizabeth Hunter (Kennebunk).

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Goldi reimagines the familiar tale of Goldilocks through a quieter, more tender lens.

In Nicole A. Vanasse’s hands, the story becomes not one of intrusion, but of curiosity—of a small, wandering presence (Goldi the cat) moving gently through a space not her own, discovering what it means to feel at home.

Rendered across sixteen cotton batik panels, the narrative unfolds through fabric, pattern, and form.

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Jessica Wohl’s exhibition I Dreamed You Were Here, on view at the Hunter Museum of American Art in Chattanooga, TN, explores domesticity, family, and memory through the language of quilt-making.

Join the artist and Associate Curator Lauren Nye for a discussion of her work, inspiration, and the process for creating this site-specific installation at the Hunter.

This event is free and open to the public.

Art Wise programs at the Hunter are generously supported by sponsor Martha Mackey.

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Join us for a week of Open Studio Residencies to celebrate Handwork 2026.

Get your craft on with a passionate cohort of fellow artists, makers, and craft enthusiasts and the support of Snow Farm housing and meals. Residencies include ample personal space in a shared studio with about half as many people per studio than our typical workshops.

All 8 of our studios are available: 2D Mixed Media, 3D Mixed Media, Ceramics, Fibers, Flameworking, Flat Glass & Mosaics, Metals & Jewelry, or Woodworking.

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The Women’s Art Center of the Hamptons supports and elevates women thinkers and makers through educational initiatives, community programs, exhibitions and events for the enjoyment and enrichment of the human spirit with accessibility for all.

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Snow Farm: The New England Craft Program is a nonprofit residential craft school located in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains at the edge of the Pioneer Valley.

We offer 2-5 day adult craft workshops across eight studios (2D Mixed Media, 3D Mixed Media, Ceramics, Fibers, Flameworking, Flat Glass & Mosaics, Metalsmithing & Jewelry, and Woodworking) from May to October, a teen program in July, and various studio residency programs throughout the year.

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In Conversation: Saturday, April 11th at 2pm
Sarah Amos

Reception: 3-5:30pm

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In Conversation: Saturday, April 11th, 2pm
Julia Couzens

Reception 3-5:30pm

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