We are a nonprofit agency that has been in operation since 1984, dedicated to stimulating interest in and appreciation of visual arts in the Alleghany Highlands. The Center Shop provides a venue for regional juried artists and craftspeople to display and sell high-quality fine art and crafts. New exhibits featuring a wide range of styles, techniques, and media are presented in the Center's Gallery, free of admission, every 4 to 6 weeks.
Made by hand. Made close to home. ❤️
Every piece in our Center Shop is handmade by a talented artist or craftsperson. We're proud to showcase the work of more than 300 regional artists, helping creativity thrive throughout the Highlands and beyond!
Featured art & artists:
Virginia and West Virginia magnets- Kathryn K Lehotsky
Quilts- Marilyn Barton ... See MoreSee Less
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Join us for a two-day cyanotype workshop on July 18 and 19!
Learn the techniques of one of the earliest photography processes. Cyanotype is a printing process using UV sensitive chemicals and sun exposure that results in a deep blue background with a white image. In this class, you will experiment artistically with both traditional and wet cyanotype methods. Artists are encouraged to bring their own items to experiment with in this fun medium (like glassware, photo negatives, pressed flowers, and trinkets with interesting silhouettes).
Sign up by July 15! highlandsartsandcraft.org/event/cyanotype-workshop-july-18-and-19-2026-a-two-day-class/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Becoming a Center member means joining a community that believes in a thriving, creative Alleghany Highlands!
Each membership is an investment in:
🎨Local artists and makers
🎨Arts accessibility
🎨Arts education and scholarships
🎨Community revitalization
🎨Free gallery exhibits
🎨Creative opportunities for all ages
🎨The long-term sustainability of the AHACC
Join us! Memberships are just $20/year for individuals or $30/year for families.
highlandsartsandcraft.org/join-the-fun/members/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Our team is ready for the Clifton Forge parade. We have 150 bags of art supplies ready to hand out along the route ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy Fourth of July from the Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center! 🗽
Today we celebrate community, creativity, and the simple joys of summer—gathering with family and friends, exploring our beautiful Highlands, and making memories together.
Have a safe and happy Independence Day!
❤️🤍💙
Featured art:
Eagle photo: Charlie Smith
Red heart ornaments: Serendipity Basketry (Karen Brown)
Uncle Sam needle felted wool figure: Karen Shapcott
Love the USA barn quilt: Caribou Barn Quilts (Pam Hirt)
Stained glass star: Margaret Carroll
Red suede journal: Retta Blankenship
Plantable wildflowers: Wild Oaks Studio (Jennifer Galvin)
Blue quilted mug rug & Little wallet with stars: The Whistle Stop Gift Shop (Gerry Mosier) ... See MoreSee Less
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Holiday Hours: The Center will close at 1:30 pm on Saturday, July 4th
Whether you're enjoying a parade, a picnic, fireworks, or a quiet evening on the porch, we hope your weekend is filled with laughter, connection, and celebration. Thank you for supporting local artists, local businesses, and the vibrant community that makes the Alleghany Highlands such a special place to call home! ... See MoreSee Less
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Catch many of our Arts and Crafts Center artists and talent from around the state at this year's 61st Bath County Art Show! The show is open until July 5, and community night is tomorrow, July 2, 4-8 pm. Browse nearly 1,000 oils, watercolors, photographs, sculptures, prints, and more at the Bath County High School in Hot Springs. ... See MoreSee Less
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Calling young people ages 12 and older! We will be handing out art supplies to kids along the parade route during the Clifton Forge 4th of July Parade. We are looking for 5 to 6 student volunteers who are willing to walk behind our truck and hand out bags of art supplies.
If you have a young person who is willing to be in the parade with us, please contact Donna between 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM at the Art Center. The number is 540-862-4447. ... See MoreSee Less
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Calling young people ages 12 and older! We will be handing out art supplies to kids along the parade route during the Clifton Forge 4th of July Parade. We are looking for 5 to 6 student volunteers who are willing to walk behind our truck and hand out bags of art supplies.
If you have a young person who is willing to be in the parade with us, please contact Donna between 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM at the Art Center. The number is 540-862-4447. ... See MoreSee Less
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