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Oct 2018
Southern Blues Concert with Microwave Dave
Join us for this FREE concert with Microwave Dave to celebrate the southern soul of Blues and our We Are The Music Makers exhibit. Space is limited. To reserve your seat call the Carnegie Visual Arts Center at 256-341-0562. Exhibit made possible by: Lorem ipsum…
Find out more »Music Makers Lunch & Learn
Join us at noon to enjoy hearing speaker Joey Brackner, Director of The Center for Traditional Culture and watch The Alabama Blues Project perform. Bring your lunch and learn more about the history of southern music. Drinks and desserts will also be provided. This event…
Find out more »Dec 2018
Night After Night O’Moon Artist Reception
Members FREE. Guests $5.00. Light snacks and beverages will be served. About the exhibit: Night After Night O'Moon is an ecological installation by Birmingham artist, Doug Baulos. Inspired by his time spent at the Wheeler Wildlife Refuge, Japanese Inari Shrines and the Ikan Crane Center,…
Find out more »Jan 2019
Crane Journal Workshop
Artist Doug Baulos will be leading a free workshop from 10am to 3pm at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center where participants will create and experiment with a variety of handmade paper to create a small journal examining whooping cranes. This workshop is come and go…
Find out more »Nature Bracelets with Tinkergarten
Stop by the Tinkergarten table at the Princess Theatre before the Festival of the Cranes Raptor Show and make a nature bracelet with instructor, Aprille Flemons.
Find out more »Mar 2019
Embracing Art Reception
Join us for the Artist's Reception of Embracing Arts, A Coming Together of Amateur and Professional Artists. This exhibit was the inaugural exhibition at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center in 2003. The annual show now commemorates the Carnegie Visual Arts Center as a place of…
Find out more »Apr 2019
Sweet 16 Birthday Party
Come by and enjoy lunch with The Steakhouse Mobile & Frios Gourmet Pops - Decatur to celebrate our 16th birthday! It's going to be a beautiful afternoon to be outside & you can even get a to-go pack of pops in the Frio's complimentary and…
Find out more »Plein Air Workshop with Theresa Grillo Laird
Come study outdoor painting with Theresa Grillo Laird. Cost is $275. This includes lunch both days. Theresa has exhibited with the American Impressionist Society and Oil Painters of America and her work has appeared in Plein Air magazine. Register below.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 images copyright of the artist.Theresa…
Find out more »May 2019
Theresa Grillo Laird, Beachcombing Reception
Join us for Theresa Grillo's show, Beachcombing. Hailing from Pensacola Florida, Theresa specializes in plein air and studio works highlighting the vibrant beauty of the Gulf Islands National Seashore. With her beautiful landscapes, this will be an exhibit you'd hate to miss. Members are FREE…
Find out more »Jul 2019
David Gordon Reception
Join us for the Artist Reception of Sequence: An Illustrator’s Story | David Gordon | Storytelling through sequential images.Dave Gordon worked on visual development for the SpongeBob SquarePants cartoon, Men In Black, and Monsters, Inc. (among many others) and has written and illustrated numerous children’s…
Find out more »Round Table Discussion of Careers in the Arts
Join David Gordon and Rebecca Poole Burns to discuss the opportunities of careers in digital film arts that are available to new graduates and those wanting a new start. David Gordon, a graduate of Parsons, has art directed and worked on visual development, layout,…
Find out more »Sep 2019
Elmore DeMott Artist Reception
Join us for the Artist Reception of Elmore DeMott: Beauty Abounds, Seek It Daily. Dedicated to encouraging people to connect with art and nature, Elmore DeMott is a speaker, writer, and photographer with award-winning work featured in art collections, publications, exhibits, and art collaborations. Through…
Find out more »Alzheimer’s Lunch & Learn
Join us at noon to enjoy hearing speaker and photographer, Elmore DeMott, along with Hudson Alpha scientist, Nick Cochran, Ph.D. Bring your lunch and learn more Alzheimer's and living with a family member affected by this disease. Drinks and desserts will also be provided. This…
Find out more »Oct 2019
Love, Loss, and What I Wore
"Love, Loss, and What I Wore," is a scrapbook of stories about the connection between women's memories, experiences, and wardrobes. Using prom dresses, a bathrobe, wedding gown, handmade pink shirt, and other clothing items, women share their stories of their lives–of surviving cancer, mourning a…
Find out more »Carnegie Carnival Petition
Join us at 7pm on 2nd Avenue in front of the Princess Theater as the Crewes of Carnegie Carnival petition the King Jeff Hallmark and Queen Christy Carter of Carnegie Carnival to open the season to have fun and raise support for the Carnegie Visual…
Find out more »Read Alabama 200 with Jeanie Thompson
A Book Talk on the Myth of Water: Poems from the Life of Helen Keller Join us for a free book reading of poems from the life of Alabama native Helen Keller. Jeanie Thompson, author of The Myth of Water, has read and researched journals…
Find out more »Children of the Nature Artist Reception
Join us for the Artist Reception of Children of Nature featuring work from Robert Cox, Kimberly Parker, and Dariana Dervis. These three artists work all share the common theme of nature and the mystery and magic found within it. This unique exhibit is nothing like…
Find out more »A Guided Autumn Hike with Wild South in the Bankhead National Forest
Distance: No more than 2.5 miles roundtrip Level of Challenge: Moderate Leader: Janice Barrett All ages welcome No dogs or smoking, please Join Wild South staff on a guided hike into one of Alabama's most spectacular places, the Bankhead National Forest. After departing from the…
Find out more »Nov 2019
Jason Sharp, Good Samaritan Auction
All proceeds collected from the final sale of this painting will be distributed to the Sharp Family fund established at Bank Independent, Decatur AL. This original oil painting created by artist, Mary Reed was inspired by an almost metaphysical event surrounding the death of Jason…
Find out more »Dec 2019
Artist Dinner, Prentiss Douthit *SOLD OUT*
SOLD OUT Join us on Thursday, December 19th, for Dinner with the Artist- Prentiss Douthit, 6pm at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center. Dinner will be served by Simp McGhee’s and accompanied with a wine pairing. Cash bar available. $50 per person. Limited seating available. Prentiss…
Find out more »Artifact: Vision Artist Reception
Join us for the Artist Reception of our new show, Artifact: Vision. This show features works of Spencer Nolen Laws and Crystal Vander Weit. Their works differ in style but share the common theme of telling a story of their encounters, surroundings, and interactions. Members…
Find out more »Jan 2020
Carnegie Carnival Twelfth Night
Join King Jeff Hallmark & Queen Christy Carter to officially kick of the Carnegie Carnival season! As the beginning of Carnegie Carnival, Twelfth Night is the first time of the season to eat King Cake and announce the candidates for King, Queen, Prince, and Princess…
Find out more »Carnegie Airport Artway Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
Please join us this Wednesday, January 8th from 5:30-7:30 at the Huntsville International Airport for the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting of the Airport Artway and the Community Artwall presented by the Carnegie Visual Arts Center. We are excited to partner with the Huntsville International Airport and local artists as…
Find out more »Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time
Join us for a showing of the film, "Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time" as apart of the Crane Festival. This is a free viewing and perfect for all ages!
Find out more »Workshop with Doug Baulos-CURRENTLY FULL
Session 1: 9-11:30 AM Session 2: 12:30-3 PMJoin artist, Doug Baulos for a workshop as a part of the Crane Festival. This workshop is free but each session is limited to 12 people, be sure to RSVP by emailing admin@carnegiearts.org
Find out more »Feb 2020
Frances D. Tate Artist Reception
Join us for the Artist Reception of our new show, Frances D. Tate. This show features the Tennessee River Watercolor Collection. This splendid Collection features exceptional renderings of yesterday’s historic places and the Old Town community. Members are FREE and Not-Yet Members are $5. Appetizers…
Find out more »Apr 2020
Carnegie Birthday Art Auction featuring Nall
To celebrate the 17th anniversary of the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, we are pleased to present an online auction of four beautiful works by the artist, NALL. Beginning April 11th, the auction will go live until April 21st, which is NALL's birthday. We will provide…
Find out more »Oct 2020
An Evening with the Artist: Trace Barnett
Join us for an evening with artist and lifestyle author Trace Barnett, better known as the Bitter Socialite. Trace will be sharing his unique artwork currently on display at the Carnegie, an exhibit entitled "White Trash." Food will be prepared by culinary students at the…
Find out more »Jan 2021
VIRTUAL Bird & Nature Art Journaling Workshop
Join artist Timothy Joe in his Virtual Bird & Nature Journaling Workshop. Learn how to sharpen your observation skills and use art to document what you see in the outdoors. You don’t have to be a “good” artist or create a masterpiece to strengthen your love…
Find out more »May 2021
Artist Reception for DaNeal Eberly
The Artist Reception for the artist, DaNeal Eberly will be Friday, May 14th, at 6 pm. Meet the artist and enjoy appetizers. Cash bar available. Space is limited.
Find out more »Jul 2021
Artist Reception: Winfred Hawkins, Akachi: Hand of God
Join us for an Artist Reception with Winfred Hawkins to learn more about his work and view his exhibit currently on display in our gallery, Akachi: Hand of God. Members are FREE and Not-Yet Members are $5. Appetizers will be served and a cash bar…
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