28th Annual Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival

May 17–19, 2019

The Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE) in Reston, VA announces the 2019 Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival, which brings more than 200 fine artists from across the nation presenting original works in 16 categories of fine art and fine craft to the unique outdoor environment of Reston Town Center.

Acceptance into the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival is a major accomplishment for the artists. The selection process begins in December under the direction of an independent panel of professional jurors with assistance from GRACE curatorial staff. The three highly qualified jurors for the 2019 Festival are Nehemiah Dixon III, a widely exhibited native Washingtonian artist; Lauren Hilyard, a Washington-based art advisor with 20 years of experience working for the Guggenheim Museum and Christie’s Auction House among others; and Laura Roulet, an independent curator and writer and frequent contributor to Sculpture Magazine.

10am–5pm daily

Reston Town Center
11900 Market Street
Reston, VA 20190

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34th Annual American Craft Exposition

Sep. 21 – 23, 2018

The American Craft Exposition (ACE) is one of the country’s premier fine craft shows, bringing together over 140 superior artisans exhibiting one-of-a-kind pieces, luxury collections and uniquely creative, museum quality artwork. A highly competitive juried show, ACE features hand-crafted work in 12 media – baskets, ceramics, fiber decorative, fiber wearable, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper and wood.

This important art event is also a major fundraiser supporting research and care at NorthShore University HealthSystem. Artists support ACE’s fundraising goal by participating in the voluntary Craft for a Cause program and donating a percentage of a designated sale.

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Fri. 10am – 6pm
Sat. 10am – 6pm
Sun. 10am – 5pm

Benefit Preview Party, Thursday, September 20. 5:30 – 9pm

The Benefit Preview Party provides patrons the opportunity to peruse and purchase unique works of art before the Exposition is open to the public. An elegant party with hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and a festive atmosphere, the Preview Party also offers guests a more personal setting to talk with artists and learn about their work. Preview Party tickets include complimentary parking on Thursday evening, admission to the three-day Exposition as well as a discounted parking voucher for each day of the show weekend.

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Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL
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57th Annual Armonk Outdoor Art Show

Sep. 29 – 30, 2018

Top-Rated and Nationally Ranked in “The Top 20” Fine Art and Fine Craft Fairs, the 57th Annual Armonk Outdoor Art Show continues its long tradition of showcasing well curated and diverse fine art.

Acclaimed a Must-Do-Event in 2018 by Westchester Magazine!

The show features 185 juried artists from 28 states, Israel and Canada, including 38 new artists this year. A broad range of art in every medium and price point will be on display, including painting, mixed mediums, printmaking/drawing/pastels, sculpture, photography/digital art, wearable art, and fine crafts. Free personal consultants, trained in fine art and home design, are available to assist visitors in selecting art that best fits their taste and decor.

Music and “Hands-on-Art Activities” for All Ages

The Show is 1/4 mile from Exits 3/3S off Route I-684, 10 miles north of I-287 and I-95, 5 miles from the Merritt and Hutchinson Parkways, 20 minutes from the Tappan Zee Bridge (see where we are on the map for traveling directions). Parking is free and within walking distance. Food is available for purchase at the Show.

10am – 5pm daily
Rain or shine

205 Business Park Dr.
Armonk, NY

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