Wilmington's Fourth Fridays Art Walk is a self-guided tour featuring exhibitions of various artistic genres including oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, photography, wood, metals, ceramics, mixed media and more. Friday February 23, 2024 Price: Free for Spectators Event Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Presented By: Arts Council of Wilmington The after-hours … [Read more...] about Wilmington’s Fourth Fridays
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New Mystery Novel Set In Coastal NC
Award-winning, island author Bob Adamov has released his 19th mystery adventure novel, Holden’s Promise. Adamov told us “A Facebook picture post of the Holden Seafood Company building on the Shallotte River triggered an idea for a novel set in the Holden Beach area. After several phone calls and online research, I visited the area for additional research and interviews." He … [Read more...] about New Mystery Novel Set In Coastal NC
NC Artist: Ivey Hayes
When you think about vibrant colors, scenes of the North Carolina coast, and melodic jazz rhythms, you think about beloved artist Ivey Hayes. Ivey Hayes is perhaps one of the most prolific and most well-loved North Carolina artists of his time. His simplistic way of capturing the rustic scenes of his youth bring back a sense of nostalgia and fondness for life in the … [Read more...] about NC Artist: Ivey Hayes
First Friday ArtWalk
First Friday ArtWalk – the First Friday of each month in downtown Elizabeth City! Friday, March 1, 2024 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM First Friday ArtWalk – the First Friday of each month in downtown Elizabeth City! Enjoy artwork, artist demos, and live music around downtown Elizabeth City as the streets come alive with the monthly ArtWalk … [Read more...] about First Friday ArtWalk
New Bern ArtWalk
ArtWalk is a free self guided walk to over 30 different stops in the downtown New Bern area to visit stores and galleries. Join downtown businesses and restaurants for opening receptions, demonstrations, special events, and much more! ArtWalk provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy everything Downtown New Bern has to offer; unique galleries, quaint shops and boutiques, … [Read more...] about New Bern ArtWalk
Art For All – Made In NC
The Brooklyn Arts Center presents Made In NC 2023, taking place on Saturday February 22nd, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. and Sunday, February 23rd, from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Â 50+ of the best area artists will sell their unique hand made creations in the Church and The Annex all priced under $500. Â Amazing food trucks will feed the crowd each day along with the … [Read more...] about Art For All – Made In NC
Southport Spring Art Show
Southport's Franklin Square Gallery will host it's annual Spring Art Show from February 20 - March 16, 2024. The show will introduce the latest paintings, pottery and sculptures by both gallery members and guest artists from throughout southeastern North Carolina. The exhibited pieces are fresh and new, with many making their debut in this exhibition. Awards will be … [Read more...] about Southport Spring Art Show
Frank Stick Art Show
The 46th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show will open at Dare Arts on Friday, February 2, 2024 at 6pm. The show will be open for viewing during normal gallery hours from February 3 through February 25.​​ Artists wishing to participate in the show can find the prospectus and sign up for a specific time to drop off their work on the buttons below. Artist Eric Burris will … [Read more...] about Frank Stick Art Show
Coastal Images Of Ken Buckner
Artist, Photographer, and Author was born in Ohio and raised in Michigan. He was educated at the University of Michigan and graduated with honors from the prestigious Art Center College of Design in California. Additional study in London was followed by a successful career in advertising in New York and Los Angeles including national recognition. Ken moved to the North … [Read more...] about Coastal Images Of Ken Buckner
Sydney Long: Creative Changemaker
Sydney Long is the brains (and the hands!) behind Sun Vow Jewelry, a collection of laid-back, luxury pieces inspired by the sea. Sydney was born and raised chasing seagulls and surfing in the blue-green waters of Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina. After high school she ventured a little further south to attend college in Charleston, South Carolina. After dipping her feet … [Read more...] about Sydney Long: Creative Changemaker
Surfalorous Film Festival
The 12th annual Surfalorus Film Festival takes place September 18-20, 2023 on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. This three-day celebration showcases the year's best surf films and takes place during the ESA Eastern Surfing Championship. Surfalorus shares great surf movies from award winning veterans to first-time filmmakers in a supportive and laid-back atmosphere. The … [Read more...] about Surfalorous Film Festival
American Craft Walk
Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and craftsmanship at the highly anticipated American Craft Walk! On September 16, 2023, from 10am-5pm, we're bringing back this beloved event to Wilmington, and it's bigger and better than ever before. Join us as we transform the streets into a vibrant showcase of over 100 talented artists, artisans, and craftspeople. … [Read more...] about American Craft Walk
Jazz at the Mansion
Since 2010, the Bellamy Mansion Museum and Cape Fear Jazz Society have partnered to highlight locally, regionally, and nationally acclaimed jazz performers. On the second Thursday of each month May through September, join us for a concert on the lawn of the Bellamy at 6:30 pm. Performers range from solo songstresses to big bands with a little bit of something for every jazz … [Read more...] about Jazz at the Mansion
Oak Island Arts Festival
The Oak Island Arts Festival will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023, 9 am to 4 pm. The festival will feature more than 140 artists and craft vendors who will show and sell their handmade wares. The Oak Island Arts Festival will be held at the Cape Fear Jetport located at 4015 Airport Rd. Oak Island, NC Fine art, pottery, stained glass, needlecraft, Christmas … [Read more...] about Oak Island Arts Festival
NC’s Own: James Taylor
Although Singer-songwriter James Taylor was born in Boston, Massachusetts, he grew up in Carrboro, North Carolina. Taylor's father was a faculty member and then Dean of the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in nearby Chapel Hill. Taylor’s childhood home was on Morgan Creek Road in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro area. In 2003, a bridge over Morgan Creek was … [Read more...] about NC’s Own: James Taylor