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Join us for an opening reception and a chance to meet the artist on Friday, July 10, from 6 to 8 pm. Leah Shuck’s solo exhibition Multitudes explores the intersectionality of her roles as both artist and art educator. The show represents how the constant rotation of materials in her high school art classroom influences her
The Art Shoppe is excited to add Tammy Stuber’s wood products to the shoppe. She is offering customizable cutting boards that make the perfect gift for newlyweds or to mark any occasion. Come take a look at the variety of items she has available.
The Huntingdon County Fair is happening–August 9 to 15! Every year, the Huntingdon County Arts Council operates Department 19, Art & Photography, at the Art Station next to the Midway Stage. Now is the time to think about entering your artwork for the fair. Entries for art & photography will be accepted Saturday, August 8, from
This summer, give your child the gift of creativity with our Summer Art Camps — three weeks of hands-on, imagination-fueled fun for kids ages 5–12, led by professional teaching artists. Week 1, June 22–26, features clay sculpting and community art-building. Week 2, June 29–July 3, brings found object sculptures and cookie and cake decorating. Week
Raystown Summer Nights is a series of FREE summer events at the Raystown Lake Amphitheater. The next event is on Saturday, July 11, featuring live music by Nick Miller, from 6 to 9 p.m. The Nick Miller Project records multiple instruments live to create a sonic tapestry that brings a smile to your ear and
Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Spring 2026 newsletter. Inside you will find: Arts Continues Its Makeover Kids Summer Art Camps Announced Memorial Day Music Weekend New Mount Union Mural 2026 Season at the Playhouse Capital Campaign Update Recent Events Welcome to Folk College Summer Walking Tours Upcoming
As part of Folk College, a live folk music concert is open to the public on Friday, May 22. The concert is at 7 pm at Rosenberger Auditorium on the Juniata College campus in Huntingdon, PA. The concerts are open to the public, with tickets available in advance and at the door. The concert features
As part of Folk College, a live folk music concert is open to the public on Saturday, May 23. The concert is at 7 pm at Rosenberger Auditorium on the Juniata College campus in Huntingdon, PA. The concerts are open to the public, with tickets available in advance and at the door. There is a
After years of planning, Mount Union has a new mural celebrating both its present and its heritage. The mural is on the retaining wall at Linear Park, near the railroad tracks along Pennsylvania Avenue. Planning for the mural began in 2023, as an offshoot of the Juniata River Blueprint Community. Alisha Grove, special projects coordinator
Two of the area’s best jazz groups will be performing as part of the Summer Solstice Celebration at the Gage Mansion on Saturday, June 20, from 5 to 9 pm. Jay Vonada is a jazz trombonist from the Altoona area. He has been called “the hardest-working trombonist in central PA” by his colleagues. His trio
Our free Open House, the Celebration of the Arts, is Saturday, June 13, from 11 am to 4 pm. We have an event packed with hands-on art activities and demos, music, and food. Check out the schedule below:
The Huntingdon County Arts Council’s free open house, the Celebration of the Arts, returns on Saturday, June 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event features music, art and craft activities, art demonstrations, an art exhibit, and food. According to Executive Director John Kearns, “The Celebration of the Arts is our annual open house
Our annual fundraiser, the Summer Solstice Celebration at the Gage Mansion, will be on Saturday, June 20, from 5 to 9 pm. The event is a fundraiser for the Arts Council, courtesy of the generosity of John & Angie Thompson. Tickets for the event are $35 per person in advance and $40 at the door.
Two simultaneous exhibits are currently on display at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. The first is Granville Galleries–Fine Art Scenic Photography on Canvas. A Tyrone native and Hesston resident, Larry Laird spent 45 years in nursing before retirement rekindled a lifelong passion for photography—one that began with a Kodak Instamatic received as a Christmas gift.
For the third year in a row, we honor PRIDE month with an exhibit by local LGBTQ+ artist and their allies. The collection of artwork features 65 works of all shapes and sizes from 13 artists, encompassing a wide variety of art forms. The exhibit is free and is open through Friday, July 3. The
The Raystown Woods, a woodwind ensemble, will perform in concert at the Arts Center on Sunday, May 3, at 2 p.m. Raystown Woods formed in 2023 as an ensemble of woodwind enthusiasts who meet monthly to make music together, share a lot of laughs, and perform high quality music in the Lake Raystown region of
Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Winter 2026 newsletter. Inside you will find: Arts Council Plans for a Robust 2026 Capital Campaign Update Folk College Preview New Board Members We Support Local Artists Volunteer Spotlight Recent Events Upcoming Events–Winter/Spring Classes & Workshops Upcoming Events–Exhibits, Concerts, Art Cat Jazz Club Free Music
The Art Cat Jazz Club returns on Saturday, April 25.The musical guest is the Groove Society. The Art Cat Jazz Club turns the basement social room into a trendy nightclub. Admission includes nonalcoholic beverages (mineral water, coffee, and tea) along with delicious snacks.For those who desire something stronger, we will be selling wine, beer, and
Fair Winds was founded in 2023 by State College residents Laurel Sanders (flute), Jenny Koberna (clarinet), and Rich Manning (bassoon). Their repertoire includes classical music as well tangos, fiddle tunes, reels, Irish and Celtic folksongs, and popular, well-known works from composers like George Gershwin and Cole Porter. They have performed at a variety of venues,
Our Call for Entries exhibit on the theme: America, the Beautiful, Celebrating 250 Years is on display now. We received an amazing diversity in art forms from 20 artists and one organization, including paintings, prose, poetry, ceramics, photography, a quilt, drawings, a collage, digital art, fiber art, sculpture, needle felting, rug hooking, and encaustic paintings.
We are pleased to announce our spring list of classes and workshops. We offer classes on art techniques, cooking, writing, music, and more. Please note that some classes have very limited enrollment. We do offer scholarships for our classes and workshops to help make learning more accessible. Apply now to enhance your skills with financial
Come check out the Redbud Quilt Guild’s display for National Quilting Day at the Huntingdon County Arts Center on Saturday, March 21, from 9 am to 5 pm. The Quilt Guild will fill the concert hall with their beautiful quilts. Also, on display for the first time will be the Guild’s newly created quilt celebrating America’s 250
It is membership renewal time, and we hope you will renew your Huntingdon County Arts Council membership. All Arts Council memberships run from January 1 to December 31. We hope that you find the Huntingdon County Arts Center a vibrant part of the Huntingdon County community. This was a very ambitious year during which we held gallery exhibits, nine concerts,
March brings St. Patrick’s Day, and in honor of all things Celtic, the Arts Council is bringing back the musicians of Callanish for a program on Saturday, March 14, at 7 p.m. The women of Callanish are also familiar faces in the Arts Council’s orbit. The group consists of Patty Lambert, playing flute and concertina,
Join us for a fun 4-hour oil painting class with teacher Lynn Stewart of Altoona and apprentice/teacher Keppy Arnoldsen of Huntingdon. This time we will create our own version of Van Gogh’s Sunflowers painting. A canvas primed with an acrylic background will be supplied and is included in the cost, as well as small jar
Our Spring Thaw, Youth Art & Writing Exhibition, is now on display at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. The exhibit features an amazing collection of art from throughout Huntingdon County. The exhibit will be on display through Saturday, March 28.
The Wild and Wonderful Self Workshop Evgeny Krayushkin 1 session, SaturdayFebruary 2810:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Teens/Adults (16+) Class Description: This workshop is designed to be a personal growing experience. Are you brave enough to create a meaningful piece and discover a secret world of your own personal beauty? Then join us for this workshop in which we
Raystaurant Week concludes with a Sunday Celebration Music Fest at the Huntingdon County Arts Center on Sunday, March 1, from 11 am to 6 pm. This free music event features 5 outstanding musical acts. Plus, local restaurants will have food available for purchase, and there will be free arts and craft activities. Music The music
Evgeny Krayushkin’s new Homage to the Struggle exhibit is currently on display at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. This collection of artworks is the exploration and celebration of the individual. This individual can not function the way they are expected to and, therefore, from time to time, is deemed to be broken. The individual struggle can
Join us on Saturday, February 14, at 7 pm, for a unique concert. The Huntingdon County Arts Council and The Playhouse at McConnellstown are pleased to present What’s Love Got To Do With It?—a Valentine’s Day Cabaret. The program will feature a variety of selections from popular music and Broadway, including songs from Grease, Sweeney Todd, Mamma
Led by Stephanie Koller. 1 session, Saturday, February 7, 2:00-4:00 PM.For Adults (+18). All materials included. Class Description:This workshop inspires wellness through integrating movement, mindfulness and the Arts. Combining a physical practice with hands-on creativity enables participants to destress while also having fun in a safe environment. No artistic or exercise experience necessary – come
Join us as pianist Andrew Greene accompanies a trio of silent comedy shorts from the turn-of-the-last century with their historic scores! Laugh out loud to the antics of Charlie Chaplin in The Rink (1916)), Buster Keaton in One Week (1920), and Harold Lloyd in Never Weaken (1921)., all while the music for the films is played LIVE. Andrew Greene is a
Singing in Harmony – Pennsylvania Songbirds and Native Plants, an exhibition by artist Stephanie Koller is on view from January 7 through January 31. Featuring twelve oil paintings, the exhibition celebrates Pennsylvania’s native songbirds and the plants they depend on. These works highlight the vital connections between birds and native flora—relationships that support healthy ecosystems
If you’ve read the recent article in our Fall Newsletter, “Helping Us Realize Our Dreams,” you already know how far we’ve come—and how close we are to making the Huntingdon County Arts Center everything our community deserves. Now, we need your help to take the next big steps. Over the past year, we’ve tackled some
Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Fall 2025 newsletter. Inside you will find: Arts Center Gets a New Look Help Us Realize Our Dreams Children’s Art Programs Jack Troy Works Displayed Volunteer Spotlight Recent Events Upcoming Events–Fall Classes & Workshops/Concerts/Art Cat Jazz Club Free Music Lessons for Veterans
Join us for a concert with the Penn State School of Music’s Graduate Brass Quintet on Sunday, January 18, at 2 pm.. The Quintet is the premier student brass quintet of the School of Music. It is comprised of the graduate teaching assistants from each brass area, along with other graduate brass students. The ensemble
Those artists who participated in the Holiday Shoppe should pick up unsold merchandise on Monday, January 5, or Tuesday, January 6, from 10 am to 6 pm.
As we close out 2025, we wanted to say “Thank You” for your wonderful support throughout the year.
Learn some basic needle felting techniques to make a bird or animal ornament.Also, learn how to embellish your design to give it personality. Students should be able to make and finish one bird or animal, depending on how detailed they are.The students will have a needle to take home and any extra wool/yarn if they
The Holiday Shoppe is the Huntingdon County Arts Council’s annual opportunity for you to shop for unique items from local artists. The Holiday Shoppe is open 6 days a week. Monday through Saturday10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Through Saturday, December 27. Jewelry • Ceramics • Fabric Items • Stained Glass • Paintings • Yarn •
Wanting just a little more yuletide spirit? R.B. and Bridget Powell, of Unusual Suspects, will present a program of secular and sacred songs in honor of winter and the Christmas season on Saturday, December 20, at 2 pm at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. They will present a repertoire of yuletide music with their own
The Holiday Shoppe is your opportunity to sell your artwork and also support the Huntingdon County Arts Council. We will hold our annual Holiday Shoppe at the Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. The Holiday Shoppe will open on Wednesday, November 5, and be open through Saturday, December 27. Details: Drop Off your work at
We are pleased to announce our summer/fall list of classes and workshops. Check out the list below, keeping in mind that some classes have very limited enrollment. We do offer scholarships for our classes and workshops to help make learning more accessible. Apply now to enhance your skills with financial support by going on our
For Those Days When School is Out Here is a great opportunity for children when school is scheduled off. The School’s Out, Art’s In! program offers students ages 5–12 a meaningful and enriching way to spend scheduled days off from school. These single-day workshops are designed to engage young participants in the creative process while introducing them to new and
The Huntingdon County Arts Center will host the Big Band Sound for a concert on Sunday, November 16, at 2 pm. The Big Band Sound, Inc. (BBS) is a 17-member performing group that features some of the finest musicians in Central PA. The Big Band Sound has been entertaining audiences since the 1970s. Whether performing standard tunes from
The Art Cat Jazz Club returns on Saturday, November 29.The musical guest is No Filter Jazz. The Art Cat Jazz Club turns the basement social room into a trendy nightclub. Admission includes nonalcoholic beverages (mineral water, coffee, and tea) along with delicious snacks. For those who desire something stronger, we will be selling wine, beer,
How about a little jazz added to your holiday songs?No Filter Jazz brings their great sound to perform on Sunday, December 7, at 2 p.m. Spice up your holiday with a little pizazz. Tickets are $20 for general admission, $16 for Arts Council members. Tickets are available at the Arts Center during normal business hours, at
Art has the power to ignite imagination, foster creativity, enrich our lives, and bring people together. Today, we invite you to help us continue this important work by making a donation to the Huntingdon County Arts Council. Throughout the year, we bring art and culture to life across our community—through exhibits, concerts, workshops, classes, festivals,
We are excited to bring High Horse to the Huntingdon County Arts Center stage on Sunday, October 26, at 2 pm. High Horse is a progressive-acoustic band featuring four friends, three bows, and one pick. The band combines a mix of Bluegrass, Old-time, and Celtic music, and features a band of brothers playing alternative rock
The Shutter Up! exhibit is on display, featuring a wonderful array of photographs from Camera Club members. A continuing favorite feature of the show is a display of the club’s monthly photo contest winners. Members of the Camera Club will be on hand to discuss their photography. The exhibit is open through Saturday, November 1.
Ready for another good who-done-it? On November 21 and 22, the Arts Center plays host to the State College Community Theatre (SCTC), which will bring a production of Murder at the Renaissance Faire to the Huntingdon County Arts Center.The plot features a rivalry between two medieval re-enactor companies vying for the attendance of a fickle audience,
Fridays/3 sessionsOctober 3, 10, 171:00-3:00 p.m. Teens/Adults The total cost for the class is $55 for members and $60 for nonmembers. The workshop is at the Huntingdon County Arts Center (formerly the 12th Street Methodist Church) at 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. To register, click this link: Learn to Play the Autoharp Class, with Larry Mutti
Stop in and check out the amazing the Tutus & Toe Shoes … The Inside Story! Exhibit. The magic of a ballet performance is more than just the ballet steps. Without the costumes and the special ballet shoes, the performance wouldn’t be the same. This exhibit features costumes from the Huntingdon Regional Ballet wardrobe and
The Pennsylvania Folk Gathering is a wonderful weekend of playing, singing, jamming, dancing, and listening to folk music. There are activities for all levels from non-musicians to advanced players, and all ages from mature children through adults are welcome. Come and enjoy the friendly, relaxed setting at a beautiful camp. Forty workshops in 8-time slots
At this year’s Huntingdon County Fair, we received 274 entries in the Art & Photography Department. The entries are on display during fair week at the Art Station, which is located beside the Midway Stage. Photo: Paxton Graybill, with her 1st place and Best of Show acrylic painting. 2025 Art Station Winners 2025 Art Station
Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Summer 2025 newsletter. Inside you will find: An Array of Arts Opportunities The Roof Is Finished! Announced Music Update Enter Your Artwork at the Fair Volunteer Spotlight Recent Events Upcoming Events–Summer & Fall Classes & Workshops/Concerts Cultural Spotlight: Colerain Forge Mansion Poetry
The Huntingdon County Arts Council presents the Kickoff Concert for the 2025 Central Pennsylvania Ragtime & American Music Festival on Thursday, September 18, at 7 p.m. Join us for an evening of American musical fun featuring many notable ragtime artists. This Kickoff Concert precedes the Ragtime Festival in Orbisonia/Rockhill Furnace from September 13 to 15. The concert is at
The Art Cat Jazz Club will return on Saturday, September 20, with the Stone Creek Blues. Tickets are $40 per person and $35 for Arts Council members.We only have a limited number of tickets, so we strongly advise people to purchase tickets early because we often sell out. Admission includes nonalcoholic beverages (mineral water, coffee, and
The Huntingdon County Arts Center is closed this week. Our electricity is off while we have work done on the 12th Street side of the building. We plan to reopen on Tuesday, August 12 and resume our normal schedule: Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In the meantime, check out the Art
The Eclectic Art of Tom Kepple Spanning more than five decades, The Eclectic Art of Tom Kepple showcases a vibrant and varied selection of works from the artist’s lifetime of occasional art-making. From bold abstractions to delicate still lifes, and rendered in mediums ranging from oil to acrylic, Kepple’s eclectic body of work reflects a
This exhibit celebrates the creative journey between student and teacher in oil painting. Keppy Arnoldsen, a newcomer to oil painting, showcases her initial works, highlighting the courage to try something new and the influence of mentorship. Guided by accomplished artist Lynn Stewart, known for her impressionist style, Keppy explored color, form, and personal expression. Together,
Learn oil painting from two local painters in a one-day workshop. Class Description: Join instructors Keppy Arnoldsen and Lynn Stewart for a one-session workshop exploring the vibrant and expressive techniques of Impressionist oil painting. In this hands-on class, students will complete their own oil painting while learning brushwork, color mixing, and composition inspired by the
On July 26, the Colerain Forge Mansion grounds will be the home of Ukraine at Colerain, a day of music, crafts, entertainment, children’s activities, and authentic Ukrainian food to celebrate Ukrainian culture.
The Huntingdon County Fair is happening–August 3 to 9! Every year, the Huntingdon County Arts Council operates Department 19, Art & Photography at the Art Station next to the Midway Stage. Now is the time to think about entering your artwork for the fair. Entries for art & photography, will be accepted Saturday, August 2,
Jack Troy: By the Numbers is an exhibition that offers an unprecedented opportunity to see the arc of Jack Troy’s legendary career in ceramics, right up to the present. Through earlier work presented alongside vessels fired just this May, Jack shares his vision, his connection to this area, and his passion for teaching. The opening Reception
Camps for 2025 Looking for a way to keep your kids engaged and creative this summer? The Huntingdon County Arts Council is excited to offer a series of fun and enriching summer camps for children, starting June 16. With a wide range of hands-on activities, and each week focusing on a unique theme, the camps
This is the second year in a row, in honor of PRIDE month, that the Huntingdon County Arts Center is hosting an exhibit by local LGBTQ+ artist and their allies. The spectacular collection of artwork features 140 works of all shapes and sizes from 16 artists from Huntingdon and Centre County, encompassing a wide variety
CANCELED: The Huntingdon show, originally scheduled for Saturday, June 28, is cancelled. U.S. Army Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor stationed in Oregon, begins writing to Louise Rabiner, an aspiring actress and dancer in New York City, hoping to meet her someday if the war will allow. But as the war continues, it threatens to
Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Spring 2025 newsletter. Inside you will find: A Musical Feast for the Ears Kids Summer Art Camps Announced Free Walking Tour Return on Summer Thursdays Building Updates Recent Events Upcoming Events–Classes & Workshops/Concerts Artist’s Spotlight Vonnie Orlowski Poetry by Dorothy Jancart Arts
Join us for a night of fun, food, and music at Gage Mansion! The Summer Solstice Picnic is Friday, June 20th from 5-10 pm. All proceeds benefit the Huntingdon County Arts Council. Music by Stone Man and Biscuit Jam Your favorite picnic foods including burgers, hot dogs, summer salads and all the fixin’s. We will
Lainey Albaugh will perform in concert at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. She is a soprano and is a senior vocal performance major at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Her recital will feature selections from both classical and musical theater repertoire, including works by Puccini, Strauss, Richard Rodgers, and Stephen Schwartz. Originally from Huntingdon, Lainey appeared
One of our biggest events of the year is Folk College. Held every year on Memorial Day weekend at Juniata College (May 23-25 this year), Folk College was founded to help more people learn to play music together. It is a non-competitive environment where you can kindle—or rekindle—your love of playing through folk music. Each
The Huntingdon County Arts Council is delighted to present Simple Gifts in concert. The concert is on Sunday, May 11, at 2 p.m. Two women plus twelve instruments equals one good time when Simple Gifts takes the stage. Drawing on an impressive variety of ethnic folk styles, this award-winning duo plays everything from lively Irish
We are excited to present a new exhibit in collaboration with the East Broad Top Railroad and renowned photographer Matthew Malkiewicz. This captivating showcase features a stunning collection of Matthew’s photography of the narrow gauge railroad. The exhibit is free and on display through Saturday, May 31. The exhibit is at the Huntingdon County Arts
As part of the free Celebration of the Arts on Saturday, June 14, from 10 am to 4 pm, we have live performances throughout the day. 11 am Huntingdon Dance Academy 12:15 pm Picker & Papa (Jim Kerhin and Gary Brubaker) will be playing patriotic music and feel-good Americana accompanied by banjo and guitar 1:40
Come check out our Call for Entries exhibit. The theme this year is Rural Rising. Rural Rising showcases 59 works of art that capture the beauty and tranquility of rural living from 20 local artists. This is the tenth time the Huntingdon County Arts Council has held a Call for Entries show. We have had
A free Celebration of the Arts will be held on Saturday, June 14, from 10 am to 4 pm, at the Huntingdon County Arts Center at 313 12th Street in Huntingdon. The family-fun open house event celebrates the arts by featuring hands-on art projects, demonstrations, and live performances throughout the day, all geared to young
Chalk the Walk at the Huntingdon County Arts Center Sticker Coloring@ Juniata Brewing Co. Button Tree@ Standing Stone Coffee Co. “Jack Troy: By the Numbers” exhibit opening at the Juniata College Museum of Art Emotion wheels & sidewalk chalk art at Evolution Counseling Shamanic Drum Circle@ Huntingdon Health & Wellness
As part of Folk College, there are two outstanding evening concerts open to the public. The Friday, May 23, concert features host band, Simple Gifts; the English, Celtic & Baroque music of the Chivalrous Crickets; the country blues sound of the Piedmont Bluz Acoustic Duo; and the progressive acoustic bluegrass sound of High Horse. There
Calling All Artists! We’re thrilled to announce our annual Call for Entries Exhibit: Rural Rising, a celebration of the beauty, strength, and creativity of rural life! We invite artists to share their unique perspectives on rural landscapes, communities, and stories. Whether it’s the sweeping fields, the close-knit towns, or the unforgettable tales that shape rural life,
We are excited to announce our Winter/Spring 2025 Classes & Workshops. Unleash your creativity at the Arts Center! Join our vibrant community of instructors and explore your creativity through hands-on classes in painting, knitting, cooking, and more! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, we have something for everyone. We offer scholarships for our
The Spring Thaw 2025, a juried Youth Art & Writing Exhibition, is on display. This year we received 217 entries from children all across Huntingdon County. The exhibit is open to the public through Saturday, March 29, at the Huntingdon County Arts Center (the former 12th Street Methodist Church), at the corner of 12th and
On April 6, area residents will be treated to a concert by local performing artists Dan and Galla. This delightful couple has been performing together for more than 25 years and has acquired a sterling reputation for fun-filled performances at multiple concert venues throughout Pennsylvania and many out-of-state venues. Both are strong vocal performers who
It is membership renewal time, and we hope you will renew your Huntingdon County Arts Council membership. All Arts Council memberships run from January 1 to December 31. We hope that you find the Huntingdon County Arts Center a vibrant part of the Huntingdon County community. This was a very ambitious year during which we
We are excited to add a new class: Positive Energy, a Mixed Media Art Class, with Evgeny Krayshkin Class Description: In this Art Residency, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Council for the Arts, TIU Galaxy Program, and Huntingdon Arts Council, we will be exploring Visual Storytelling. During this residency, the participants will use mixed media to
The Art Cat Jazz Club will return on Saturday, March 8, with the fantastic Triple A Blues Band. Chicago, Swing, Delta, Jug-Band, Jazz, and Soul are some of the many styles that The Triple A Blues Band brings to each performance. Named in honor of the many minor-league baseball teams that barnstorm the country, the
Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Winter 2025 newsletter. Inside you will find: A Look Ahead at 2025 at the Arts Council Volunteers Needed New Hire for Programming New Board members Recent Events Upcoming Events–Classes & Workshops/Concerts Artist’s Spotlight Jeanne Peterson Poetry by Susan Rumpf Arts Calendar Our list of local arts
Join us in our newly repainted galleries as we feature two wonderful exhibits. First, we have a collection of paintings from the late Chris Shook, in an exhibit entitled, Chris Shook, A Woman with Wings. Second, Chinese artist Yali Pei showcases her incredible talent in an exhibit entitled, Traditional Chinese Art: Chinese Painting and Paper
March brings St. Patrick’s Day, and in honor of all things Celtic, the Arts Council is bringing back the musicians of Callanish for a program on Sunday, March 16, at 2 p.m. The women of Callanish are also familiar faces in the Arts Council’s orbit. The group consists of Patty Lambert, playing flute and concertina,
Dear Patron of the Arts, Is making a difference in your community something that you are interested in? I am reaching out to share some exciting volunteer opportunities at the Huntingdon County Arts Council which will impact our community endeavors! The Huntingdon County Arts Council’s mission is to enrich Huntingdon County through the encouragement, support,
Step back in time and see a classic silent film, The Kid, with Charlie Chaplin, at the Arts Center on Saturdsay, January 18 at 7 pm. Starring Charlie Chaplin and a young Jackie Coogan, The Kid follows the story of “The Little Tramp” who discovers an orphan and brings him up on his own. Andrew
The Huntingdon County Arts Center galleries are being painted and various construction projects are underway. Therefore, our hours are adjusted during this construction phase. We are open, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday. Regular hours will resume on January 30: Tuesday – Saturday 10 am to 5 pm The next exhibit in the newly
Holiday Shoppe pickup of unsold merchandise is: Monday, January 6 2 to 6 pmTuesday, January 710 am to 6 pm
Please join us at the Arts Council’s Annual Meeting on Wednesday, December 18 at 6 p.m. in the Huntingdon County Arts Center. After the brief business meeting, a community potluck will be held in the social room. Hear brief presentations about Arts Council activities during the previous year, our current plans, and our future directions. This is
The Holiday Shoppe is the Huntingdon County Arts Council’s annual opportunity for you to shop for unique items from local artists. The Holiday Shoppe is open 6 days a week. We have 5 rooms stocked with works from 49 artists! Monday through Saturday10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Jewelry • Ceramics • Fabric Items • Stained
Are you an artist interested in exhibiting at the Huntingdon County Arts Center? We are taking applications for exhibits for 2025. We have both a large gallery (29 x 21 feet) and a small gallery area (10 x 12 feet) available. The large gallery has 9 or 12 display panels, each 7 feet tall by
The Holiday Shoppe is your opportunity to sell your artwork and also support the Huntingdon County Arts Council. We will hold our annual Holiday Shoppe at the Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. The Holiday Shoppe will open on Wednesday, November 6, and be open through Saturday, December 28. Details: Drop Off your work at
We are so excited to be part of Small Business Saturday–this Saturday, November 30. The first 10 customers get a free tote bag. Sign up for the Chamber’s Grand drawing. And come out and check out our huge selection of unique handcrafted gifts by local artists. Check out the many other locations taking part in Small Business
he Art Cat Jazz Club will return on Saturday, November 23 with Ted McCloskey, Molly Countermine, and Friends, who will bring their outstanding sound to the Art Cat Jazz Club.The Club is on the lower level of the Arts Center, recently decorated as a place to enjoy live music, have a beverage or two, meet
We have again invited area keyboardists to perform in concert.The February 2023 Keyboard Fest was a huge success and close to maximum capacity. This year’s Keyboard Fest features Kathy Myers, Anthony Bullett, Guy Croyle, Loren Rhodes, Donna Rhodes, and Joann Weber. Musical styles range from hymns to classical to folk. The concert will be on Sunday,
Bead Embroider a Posy Pin or Pendant Class Here is an easy, colorful way to experience three basic embroidery stitches in another dimension, with beads.You will pick up the beads with your needle and thread, and you will be stitching on a small piece of somewhat stiff yet flexible fabric, Pellon 70.We will turn that
Fair Winds was founded in 2023 by State College residents Laurel Sanders (flute), Jenny Koberna (clarinet), and Rich Manning (bassoon). Their repertoire includes classical music as well tangos, fiddle tunes, reels, Irish and Celtic folksongs, and popular well-known works from composers like George Gershwin and Cole Porter. They have performed at a variety of venues,
Fall 2024 Newsletter Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Fall 2024 newsletter. Inside you will find: Fall Slate Fall Classes & Workshops Pennsylvania Folk Gathering: New Name, New Location Free Celebration of the Arts October 5 Robert Neilson Stephens: One of Huntingdon’s Own Recent Events Upcoming Events Artist’s
The Huntingdon County Arts Center features two new exhibits. The 10th annual Camera Club exhibit Ready, Set, SHOOT! features works by members of the Camera Club. Works by Toni Bucynski will also be featured in the long gallery. Her exhibit is entitled Tranquility. Both exhibits will. be on display through Saturday, November 2. The Huntingdon
Our new show Positive Energy is on display. Discover and learn about the transformative power of the Art, the magic in the making!! The show explores how a visual narrative, filled with purpose and personal meaning can create positive energy and positive feelings. The artworks draw you in visually and invite you on a journey
The Huntingdon County Arts Council presents the Kickoff Concert for the 2024 Central Pennsylvania Ragtime & American Music Festival! Join us for an evening of American musical fun featuring many notable ragtime artists. This Kickoff Concert precedes the Ragtime Festival in Orbisonia/Rockhill Furnace from September 13 to 15. The concert is at the Huntingdon County
The Pennsylvania Folk Gathering is a wonderful weekend of playing, singing, jamming, dancing, and listening to folk music. There are activities for all levels from non-musicians to advanced players, and all ages from mature children through adults are welcome. Come and enjoy the friendly, relaxed setting at a beautiful camp. Forty-three different workshops in 8-time
Join us at our 3rd annual 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐬 at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. A FREE, fun, family-friendly day of music and art. Make some great art, hear some wonderful music, and explore the Huntingdon County Arts Center. Here is the Schedule
We are so excited for all of the wonderful entries at the Huntingdon County Fair. Make sure to stop at the Art Station (right beside the Midway Stage) to check out all of the art and photography. Here is a list of the awards: Best in Show: Tracey Harpster for her Fabric Art entry (pictured
Everything & Anything, Artwork by Steve Torok Plus: Kids Summer Art Camp Art Two new art exhibits are on display at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. First, is an exhibit from a local Central PA artist, Steve Torok. Second, view the artwork from some of the participants in this year’s Kids Summer Art Camp. The
Please join us on Saturday, October 5, as we celebrate the arts at the Huntingdon County Arts Center, with a FREE, one-day art and music event. The event will feature several types of activities for your enjoyment and inspiration. There will be demonstrations of a variety of art forms, including painting, working with fiber, and
The Art Cat Jazz Club will return on Saturday, August 24. The Club is on the lower level of the Arts Center, recently decorated as a place to enjoy live music, have a beverage or two, meet new friends, and kick back. On August 24 we will enjoy one of central Pennsylvania’s top jazz groups,
Summer 2024 Newsletter Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Summer 2024 newsletter. Inside you will find: Kid’s Summer Art Camp Summer Solstice Party at the Gage Mansion New Season at the Playhouse Fiber ArtsFest Reimagined Reflections on Being an Editor Judy Berger Memorial Hammer-In Art at Penn Highlands
Revamped with Mark Minnich and Sally Williams Minnich will perform a classical music concert. Revamped gave a masterful, dazzling performance at the Arts Center two years ago, and the audience responded with a rousing standing ovation. Now they are bringing a program of new material, along with some well-loved favorites, to the Arts Center again. Revamped
So for this month, we thought we would try something different, and offer up Huntingdon’s Choice Marketplace, a Christmas in July sales event. We invited area artists to showcase their artwork and help fill the gallery with a wonderful assortment of local art. Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. Open Tuesday through Saturday,
The Huntingdon County Arts Council runs Department 19, Art & Photography at the Huntingdon County Fair. The best way to be ready is to preregister your entries with the fair at: entries.huntingdoncountyfair.com If you don’t preregister, you can still submit any entries on the day submissions are due, but you must go to the Livestock
The Altoona Brass in Concert, July 28, 2 p.m. The Altoona Brass Collective was formed in 2017 by musicians who share a love of brass instruments and a desire to bring high-quality live music to central Pennsylvania. Although the group has performed at a variety of events and venues throughout our region, this will be
Does your child enjoy art? Do you want to expand your child’s artistic talents? For the third year, the Arts Council will hold a Summer Art Camp for Kids. There will be separate weekly sessions for 5 to 8-year-olds and for 9 to 12-year-olds, both from 9 to 11 am, Monday through Thursday, at the
In honor of PRIDE month, the Huntingdon County Arts Center is hosting an exhibit by local LGBTQ+ artist and their allies. The exhibit, Living Out Loud Through Art features sixty-five works from seven artists with a wide variety of art forms.The exhibit is open through Saturday, July 13. The Huntingdon County Arts Center is located at 313 12th
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Come to the Arts Center and enjoy a meal prepared by Elaine Meder-Wilgus, accomplished vegan chef and owner of the popular Webster’s Bookstore Cafe in State College. The evening will start with a cocktail hour (with appetizers) between 5:30 and 6:30, with live music provided by Nick Miller. Dinner will
We want to extend an invitation to you to sell your artwork at our Huntingdon’s Choice Marketplace, our “Christmas in July” sales event. This special opportunity is at the Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. This will take place in the main gallery space of the Arts Center. The Huntingdon’s Choice Marketplace will
Learn how to make a wonderful, practical, and beautiful 4-inch bottom rope bowl.This is a hands-on workshop. The workshop is Wednesday, July 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. The workshop is taught by Jeanne Peterson. The cost is $50 for Arts Council members and $55 for nonmembers. Please see
Want to explore “The Artist YOU are?” Interested in learning new art techniques, expanding your portfolio, or diving into interests you already have? Mrs. Gennaro’s weekly summer teens camp will run Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9:30-11:30.There will be additional supervised open studio hours. Mrs. Gennaro will teach a variety of techniques and mediums of your
Join us for a fun day at the Huntingdon County Arts Council’s Summer Solstice Party on the lawn of the Gage Mansion. The event is a fundraiser for the Arts Council, courtesy of the generosity of John & Angie Thompson. The party is on Thursday, June 20, from 4 to 9 pm.Tickets for the event
Check out the wide assortment of ever-changing items at our Art Shoppe. Jewelry, paintings, and other original artworks are on sale.
Vienna Serenade, a group dedicated to the music of Old Vienna, willperform at the Arts Center on Sunday, June 2, at 2 p.m. The groupconsists of 11 professional musicians who focus on music from the19th-century European Romantic era, including compositions by artistssuch as Johann Strauss Jr., Antonin Dvorak, and Emile Waldteufel. Susan Kroeker, a professional
Art Walk Huntingdon will be on Thursday, May 16th! Be sure to look for our mascot, Artie Walker. If you take a selfie with Artie and post it on Facebook, Instagram or X (Twitter) with the hashtags: #IFoundArtie and #ArtWalkHdon, you could win a prize from Artie’s basket at the next Art Walk!The Huntingdon County
Our annual Call for Entries exhibit celebrates Lake Raystown’s 50th anniversary this year. The exhibit features all types of artwork. The exhibit is open through Saturday, June 8. The Huntingdon County Arts Center is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Art Cat Jazz Club will return on Saturday, May 18. The Club is on the lower level of the Arts Center, recently decorated as a place to enjoy live music, have a beverage or two, meet new friends, and kick back. Clubgoers will enjoy listening to Jordan Canner’s group, No Filter Jazz, playing jazz standards
Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Spring 2024 newsletter. Inside you will find: New Concert Lineup for 2024 Art Cat Jazz Club Livens Up Huntingdon Nightlife Art Shoppe is Open Thoughts from the New President Time to Renew Memberships Capital Campaign Contributors The Arts & the Decline of
We put out a call to Huntingdon County teachers and staff to show us their artwork. The result is the exhibit Practice What You Teach. Come view this array of creativity, including paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics, and three amazing dragon head sculptures. The exhibit is open through Saturday, May 4. The Huntingdon County Arts Center
Last year at Folk College, Rakish performed and was a hit. So we had to bring them back to Huntingdon. Violinist Maura Shawn Scanlin and guitarist Conor Hearn unite to form “Rakish.” The pair gets their namesake from the traditional Irish tune Rakish Paddy, an origin that aptly suits the duo and their shared background
Jazz rules the earth, or at least our small corner of it, on April 14 when the Gabriel Herrera Quintet takes the stage at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. The group consists of Gabriel Herrera on trombone, Bob Hart on guitar, Alex Mijangos on bass, Kevin Lowe on drums, and special guest Rick Hirsch on
Art Walk Huntingdon will be Thursday, April 18th! Be sure to look for our mascot, Artie Walker. If you take a selfie with Artie and post it on Facebook, Instagram or X (Twitter) with the hashtags: #IFoundArtie and #ArtWalkHdon, you could win a prize from Artie’s basket at the next Art Walk! Please join us
Spring Thaw, our annual youth art & writing exhibition, is on display at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. This exhibit features an amazing 256 artistic creations from our talented Huntingdon County school students. Entries include paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, 2-D digital art, poetry, and prose. The exhibit is open through Saturday, March 30. The Huntingdon
This is your opportunity to learn and make ceramics in this hands-on class. The deadline to sign up is Friday, March 29. Cost: $200/$180 for current Huntingdon County Arts Council members LocationSouthern Huntingdon County High School
Call for Artwork We want to invite teachers and staff to exhibit their artwork in a special exhibit set aside for just area teachers and staff. The last time we had such an exhibit, it was a great success. The exhibit is entitled Practice What You Teach. The exhibit will run from April 5 to
Art Walk Huntingdon will be Thursday, March 21st! Be sure to look for our mascot, Artie Walker. If you take a selfie with Artie and post it on Facebook, Instagram or X (Twitter) with the hashtags: #IFoundArtie and #ArtWalkHdon, you could win a prize from Artie’s basket at the next Art Walk! Paint a wooden
Once again, this year, Ginny Mutti will lead a workshop on Pysanky Ukrainian Egg Decorating. There are two separate workshops: Wednesday, March 6, at 2 p.m. and Thursday, March 7, at 6 p.m. Both workshops are at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. All materials will be supplied.The class size for the workshop is limited to 15,
Two exhibits are now on display at the Huntingdon County Arts Center: the Dreams exhibit, paintings by J.E. Crum, AND Sitting Pretty Chairs. J.E. Crum, a Mount Union native, uses some very creative techniques to produce her vivid and stunning works of art. A second gallery will display 17 Sitting Pretty painted chairs. These chairs
Saturday, March 2 Join us for an evening where creativity meets comfort, all for a great cause. On Saturday, March 2, the Huntingdon County Arts Council will auction chairs transformed into works of art by local artists. The auction will serve as a fundraiser for the Arts Council and will provide an opportunity to showcase
The Raystown Woods concert scheduled for Saturday, February 17, has been postponed because of the weather.Check back for details. The Raystown Woods, a new woodwind choir, is pleased to present its first-ever performance on Saturday, February 17, at the Huntingdon County Arts Council building, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. The concert is open to the public.The
Art Cat Blues Club, February 24 SOLD OUT! On Saturday, February 24, the Art Cat Blues Club will feature an evening of blues and traditional American music from four outstanding musicians. Richard Sleigh is a high-octane blues musician who has performed on stage with Bo Diddely, Taj Mahal, Paquito D’Rivera, and many other well known artists.
The Threading the Needle exhibit by the Huntingdon Chapter of the Embrodierers’ Guild is on display now. The exhibit displays the works of members of the chapter. The exhibit is at Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. The exhibit is open through Saturday, February 3. The Huntingdon County Arts Center is open Tuesday through
Art Walk Huntingdon will be on Thursday, February 15th! Be sure to look for our mascot, Artie Walker. If you take a selfie with Artie and post it on Facebook, Instagram, or X (Twitter) with the hashtags: #IFoundArtie and #ArtWalkHdon, you could win a prize from Artie’s basket at the next Art Walk! Make Friendship Bracelets
Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Winter 2023/2024 newsletter. Inside you will find: Art Council Gears Up for 2024 Holiday Shoppe Time to Renew Memberships Annual Meeting December 13, 7 pm Capital Campaign Contributors Attend an Exhibit Chris Shook: Painter & Conservationist Recent Events Upcoming Events Benefits of Art for Children
The Holiday Shoppe is open for 4 more days: Tuesday, December 26 to Friday, December 29, from 10 am to 6 pm. Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase unique, handcrafted items from local artists.
Saturday, January 27, 7 pm An unforgettable evening will take place at the Huntingdon County Arts Center on Saturday, January 27, when Andrew Greene provides live piano music to accompany several short, classic silent films. Andrew is one of the country’s leading authorities on silent film accompaniment. He also is an incredibly talented pianist who specializes
Calling All Artists We are asking artists in our area to paint or otherwise decorate old chairs for the Arts Council. Decorated chairs will be displayed in the Arts Center gallery, starting on February 9, then auctioned on March 2 as a fundraiser for the Arts Council. If you are an artist and would like
Now is the Time to Renew Your Membership Please join us in supporting the arts in Huntingdon County by renewing or becoming a member of the Huntingdon County Arts Council. Your membership provides you with: Pride in supporting the arts and to help improve the quality of life in Huntingdon County Discounts at the Art
The Holiday Shoppe is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. We will be closed Christmas Eve & Christmas Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, December 26, through Friday, December 29, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is the Huntingdon County Arts Council’s annual opportunity for you to shop for unique items from over
The Art’s Council’s Annual Meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 13 at 7 p.m. in the Huntingdon County Arts Center. Our executive director and treasurer will give brief presentations about Arts Council activities during the previous year, our current plans, and our future directions. Complimentary refreshments will be served as well. This is an
Show your culinary/artistic talents! The Huntingdon County Arts Council is holding a Gingerbread House Contest. Here are the rules: All entries must be mounted on a hard, unbending surface. For example, plywood, cookie sheets, etc. The display board should act as an integral part of your design and be size appropriate to your creation. At least
We are in the process of updating our bylaws. Per our current bylaws, “The proposed By Laws change must be advertised to the membership for a minimum of 30 days to allow for comments.” You are welcome to review the proposed changes via the Proposed Bylaws Changes, November 2023 pdf. Deletions to the old bylaws
Anne Sullivan, one of the top harpists in the country, will perform in Huntingdon on Sunday, December 10, at 2 p.m., as part of the Arts Council’s Christmas show. Ms. Sullivan was a child prodigy and began performing with the Philadelphia Orchestra when she was only 12 years old. Since then she has become one
The Oh, Shoot! exhibit will feature photographs from Camera Club members. A continuing favorite feature of the show is a display of the club’s monthly photo contest winners. The exhibit is at Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. The is open through Saturday, November 4. The Huntingdon County Arts Center is open Tuesday through
Here is an opportunity for children 11 to 13 to enter the Lions International Peace Poster contest. The Huntingdon County Arts Council will host a local contest. There will be one winner, with a prize of $25. The winning entry advances to the next level. The theme is Dare to Dream. Here are the rules: The
Sunday, November 12, 2 p.m. Singer-songwriter Van Wagner will perform at the Huntingdon County Arts Center on November 12 at 2 pm. In addition to being an outstanding musician, Van is an educator, a forester, a certified arborist, and an intrepid outdoorsman. His current project is to climb the tallest tree on the tallest mountain
SOLD OUT The first of the three church organ concerts is sold out. There are still tickets available at the door for the second (2 p.m., First Baptist) and third concerts (3 p.m., Abbey) AT THE DOOR. Three of Huntingdon’s historic churches will welcome music lovers for a progressive organ concert on the afternoon of
The Holiday Shoppe is your opportunity to sell your artwork and also support the Huntingdon County Arts Council. We will hold our annual Holiday Shoppe at the Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. The Holiday Shoppe will open on Wednesday, November 8 and be open though Friday, December 29. Details: Drop Off your work at
Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Fall 2023 newsletter. Inside you will find: Full Slate of Classes & Workshops Art Cat Jazz Club Returns, October 21 Family Fun at Fiber ArtsFest Capital Campaign Contributors Mail Donation Campaign Trestels Repained at Park Recent Events Upcoming Events Classes & Workshops Upcoming Concerts Next Concert
Our September exhibit, Rural Musings, features the works of Jennifer Hartzler. The exhibit is at Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. Jennifer, a native of Central Pennsylvania, is trained in representational art with a BFA in Fine Art Painting from Rochester Institute of Technology. Between juggling the roles of wife, mother, and full-time Art
Get hooked on Fiber ArtsFest, where you can unravel the mysteries of fiber art, one stitch at a time. The free event occurs on Saturday, September 30, between 9 and 3 p.m. in Johnson Hall at the Huntingdon County Fairgrounds. Visitors will see demonstrations of fiber arts skills, such as spinning, rug hooking, and wire
The Huntingdon County Arts Council presents the Kickoff Concert for the 2023 Central Pennsylvania Ragtime & American Music Festival! Join us for an evening of American musical fun featuring artists Adam Swanson, Frederick Hodges, Bryan Wright, Bill McNally, T.J. Muller, Charlie Judkins, Miss Maybell, Dan Levinson, and Andrew Greene as they perform music from the turn of the last century, highlighting the music of Scott
Thursday, October 29, 5 to 8 pm Art Walk Huntingdon is a monthly open house across multiple venues in Huntingdon Borough featuring artist exhibitions, art activities and lots of fun! You don’t have to be creative to enjoy Art Walk, but you just might discover you are more creative than you thought! Join us tonight
A few tickets are still available for our fall fundraiser, the Art Cat Jazz Club. No Filter Jazz will provide music, and snacks and nonalcoholic beverages are included. A cash bar will provide wine, beer, and cocktails. The evening includes many door prizes and a cash raffle. Tickets are $45 and will be available at
We are starting a new set of 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 on the first Thursday of every month. Here is your chance for you and/or your family to try out some different art techniques or projects. Each date will offer three separate sessions from 5 to 7 p.m. Here are the 3 sessions for Thursday, September 7:
This month we feature two new exhibits: Amy Bomboy is exhibiting her large collection of 𝑪𝒂𝒏𝒗𝒂𝒔 𝑷𝒉𝒐𝒕𝒐𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒑𝒉𝒚, and Angela Niman is exhibiting her unique 𝑩𝒍𝒐𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑭𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒔. Amy Bomboy is a resident and native of Huntingdon County and enjoys the hobby of photography. Taking pictures of nature, scenery, and her family is a hobby she loves to
The Greenwood Furnace Folk Gathering is coming up on September 8-10. This annual event involves a weekend of playing, singing, jamming, dancing, and listening to folk music. There will be activities for all skill levels, from non-musician to advanced players, and for all ages, including mature children. A total of 43 workshops in eight time
Art Walk Huntingdon is a monthly open house across multiple venues in Huntingdon Borough featuring artist exhibitions, art activities and lots of fun! You don’t have to be creative to enjoy Art Walk, but you just might discover you are more creative than you thought! This month we’re bringing back the “Find Artie Walker” social
The Allegria String Quartet will perform at the Huntingdon County Arts Center on Sunday, August 13 at 2 p.m. Professional musicians from central Pennsylvania founded the chamber music group in 2006. Since then, they have risen to prominence, not only in our region but nationally as well. Much in demand, members of the quartet have
It is fair week, and the Huntingdon County Arts Council manages the art and photography at the Huntingdon County Fair. The art & photography (Department 19) is located at the Art Station, the small building to the right of the Midway Stage. There are lots of great entries in 32 different categories. The Art Station
Our July exhibit, Dream & Myth, features the works of two outstanding Mifflin County artists–Joanne Landis and Jim Bright. The opening reception was on Friday, July 14, at 6 p.m.; the show will continue through August 12. These two artists have been exhibiting their work together for the last 20 years. What ties them together
The Huntingdon County Fair is happening–August 6 to 12! The Huntingdon County Arts Council runs Department 19, Art & Photography. Entries for art & photography will be accepted Saturday, August 5, from 11 am to 5 pm at the Art Station on the fairgrounds (right next to the Midway Stage). You may enter 1 (and only 1) entry
The Huntingdon County Arts Council is hosting a Lego Contest! Rules Use your own LEGO, DUPLO, Mega Blocks, or other LEGO-compatible plastic bricks. Entries must be original designs. No pre-constructed kits, projects found online or in a magazine, etc. All entries MUST BE stable and on a base no larger than 24 inches by 24
The Huntingdon County Arts Council is holding a Summer Art Camp for Children. Juniata Valley art teacher Olivia Gennaro and/or Southern Huntingdon art teacher Andrea Darby are teaching the classes. The camp offers two sessions each day (sold separately), with different topics in each. Class sessions are two hours each, Monday through Thursday. Class size
Concerts on the Quad Our summer Concerts on the Quad series will resume on June 29. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. and are on the lawn in front of the Halbritter Center for the Performing Arts at Juniata College. The rain location will be in the Arts Center at 313 12th Street. These concerts are
Our June exhibit, Beyond Realism: Freeing Our Imaginations, will feature four local artists: Andrea Darby, Evgeny (Geny) Krayushkin, Rebecca (Bex) Reck, and Paul Amato. Their works, which include sculpture as well as painting, draw on various forms of nonrealism, including Surrealism, Expressionism, and Geometric Abstraction. (See the article on nonrealism in the current issue of
MOVED: Because of the poor air quality today, the Concerts on the Quad with Stone Creek Blues is moved to the air-conditioned Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. Our summer Concerts on the Quad series kicks off tonight, Thursday, June 29. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. These concerts are free, although donations for
Art Walk Huntingdon is a monthly open house across multiple venues in Huntingdon Borough featuring artist exhibitions, art activities, and lots of fun! You don’t have to be creative to enjoy Art Walk, but you just might discover you are more creative than you thought! At the Huntingdon County Arts Center, we will be Painting
Living Your Wildest Dreams in Art, taught by Evgeny Krayushkin, will explore the use of Abstraction, Surrealism, and Expressionism to tell personal stories in art. Designed to accompany the exhibit on nonrealism, the session will be held on Monday, June 12, 6-8 p.m. in the Art Center. The cost is $35 for nonmembers and $30
The Huntingdon County Arts Council is hosting a Yard Sale on Saturday, June 17, from 8 am to noon in the parking lot at 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. You can get involved: 1. Donate items to the Huntingdon Country Arts Council for the yard sale. Items can be dropped off at the Arts Center on
Because of the pending line of thunderstorms, we have moved the concert indoors to the Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. Join us for another Concert on the Quad music night with Huntingdon alum Jackson Pavlik on Thursday, July 6, at 6:30 pm. Jackson Pavlik is a songwriter and theatre performer from Huntingdon, Pennsylvania.
Help us celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Huntingdon County Arts Center. A lot has happened since we opened our doors in April 2022. This free event will feature three types of activities for your enjoyment and inspiration. First, there will be demonstrations of a variety of art forms, including painting, working with fiber, and
Jazz fans take note! The popular Rick Hirsch 5 will appear at the Huntingdon County Arts Center on Sunday, June 4 at 3 p.m. Their concert will be a tribute to the great composers of soul jazz, a style that emerged in the 1960s with roots in soul music, blues, bebop, gospel, and rhythm and
For the eighth time, The Huntingdon County Arts Council will hold a Call for Entries show. This show will run from May 12 to June 3, with the theme will be Silver Linings. We have had great call-for-entry shows in the past, including Equinox in 2022, Luminosity in 2019, Along the Juniata in 2018, Latitude,
Spring 2023 Newsletter Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Spring 2023 newsletter. Inside you will find: Arts Center Celebrates Its First Year Celebration of the Arts June 10 Summer Art Camp for Students Capital Campaign Contributors Recent Events Folk College Concerts Open to the Public Upcoming Events New Workshops Upcoming Concerts Next Concert June
Mark your calendars for the upcoming musical extravaganza on May 26th and 27th at Juniata College in Huntingdon. These two days feature unforgettable concerts by a lineup of nationally renowned musicians, promising an experience like no other. On Friday, May 26th, be mesmerized by the talents of host band Simple Gifts, country blues duo Piedmont
One of our biggest events of the year is Folk College. Held every year on Memorial Day weekend at Juniata College (May 26-28 this year), Folk College was founded to help more people learn to play music together. It is a non-competitive environment where you can kindle—or rekindle—your love of playing through folk music. Each year
For the eighth time, The Arts Council will hold a Call for Entries show. This show will run from May 12 to June 3 at the Arts Center. This year’s theme will be Silver Linings. All artists are invited to participate. If every cloud has a silver lining, then there is always hope, even when
Art Walk Huntingdon is a monthly open house across multiple venues in Huntingdon Borough featuring artist exhibitions, art activities and lots of fun! You don’t have to be creative to enjoy Art Walk, but you just might discover you are more creative than you thought! This month features: Huntingdon County Arts Center, on the corner
The Tasteful Art Exhibit is open. The exhibit features superb paintings by State College artist Alex Ramos. Ramos is a self-taught artist specializing in painting realistic still-life in acrylic. Using small brushes, careful color selection, and abundant patience, he executes lifelike depictions of things we encounter on a regular basis, often without contemplating their details
If you enjoy classical music, you won’t want to miss the JANO Duo at the Arts Center on Sunday, April 23, at 2 p.m. The combination of flute and cello will sound heavenly in our new concert hall. Naomi Seidman (flute) and Jonathan Dexter (cello) formed the JANO Duo in State College over a decade ago,
Winter 2023 Newsletter Check out the latest from the Huntingdon County Arts Council in our new Winter 2023 newsletter. Inside you will find: Concerts Season for 2023 Old Crow Wetland Exhibit Art Cat Jazz Club in March Spring Thaw Moves to March Capital Campaign Contributors Recent Events Playhouse Announces 2023 Season Upcoming Events Upcoming Concerts Next Concert February 19 New Class & Workshops Impressionism The
Just a reminder that Spring Thaw pickup is Monday & Tuesday, April 3 & 4, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon. If your teacher brought your work to Spring Thaw, then your teacher will pick up the items and return to you at your school. Thanks for participating in
We got an overwhelming 307 entries for Spring Thaw, our annual youth art & writing exhibition, from all ends of Huntingdon County. The exhibit runs through April 1 and is open Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 am to 5 pm. So come out and check out the creativity of our Huntingdon County youth! –
SOLD OUT: Thank you for your support! Get ready for a night of jazz that you won’t forget! The Art Cat Jazz Club will open its doors right here in Huntingdon on Saturday, March 25. The Club is in the basement of the Arts Center, at 313 12th Street in Huntingdon. Doors will open at 7
Our St. Patrick’s Day concert will feature Callanish, a popular musical group that performs regularly in central Pennsylvania. Callanish plays Irish and Scottish music in the traditional style, with plenty of lively jigs, airs, and reels. The group uses a variety of instruments in their shows, including flute, concertina, fiddle, viola, guitar, bouzouki, and banjo.
The Old Crow Wetland, located in Smithfield Township, is a popular spot for observing birds and native plants. And like other wetlands, Old Crow plays an important role in improving water quality, storing floodwaters, and providing habitat for wildlife. This exhibit will feature paintings, photography, and poetry about the Old Crow Wetland. The exhibit is