THE ARTS

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

The Arts Come Alive!

HAGERSTOWN ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT

Nestled among impressive historic architecture, Hagerstown’s Arts and Entertainment District boasts beautiful performance spaces, art galleries, wonderful restaurants, museums, education centers, and more. The Foundry Pop Up Shop is new to the A&E District with local art of all types.

HAGERSTOWN CULTURAL TRAIL

The Hagerstown Cultural Trail connects two of Hagerstown’s most popular destinations - the downtown Arts & Entertainment District with our Museum of Fine Arts in City Park. With public art experiences, gathering spaces, and other amenities along the way, the trail has already become a destination for visitors. It’s been called the newest jewel in Maryland’s crown!

MARYLAND THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

The Maryland Theatre anchors Hagerstown’s A&E District on S. Potomac Street. Built over 100 years ago, the grand theatre is home to the Maryland Symphony Orchestra and hosts a variety of performances, concerts, comedians, children’s shows, recitals, and stage shows each year.

MARYLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Hagerstown is the official home of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra Under the baton of Music Director Elizabeth Schulze—whom the Washington Post calls “a superb conductor”—the MSO is a firstclass orchestra of exceptional artistic quality.

WASHINGTON COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL

The Arts Council supports local and living arts. The Council has rotating monthly gallery exhibits and a gallery gift shop located in the heart of Hagerstown’s A&E District. The shop features unique pieces by local artisans and craftspeople.

WASHINGTON COUNTY MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS

The Museum of Fine Arts is the centerpiece of Hagerstown’s beautiful City Park This distinctive gem is one of the finest small museums in the nation and features a diverse permanent collection that includes works that span from the great Masters to American Impressionists and modern art. The museum is free of charge and is a destination for those interested in fine arts and art education. The museum offers studio art courses, lectures, concerts, and traveling exhibits.

Arts Around The County

Artisans Of South Mountain

The Pleasant Valley area of South Mountain is home to a wealth of professional artisans working within this scenic region. Currently there are 16 fine artists in the network, and boasts nationally acclaimed artisans such as van Gilder Pottery in Boonsboro, and several jewelers, woodworkers and metalists.

GIFTS INN BOONSBORO

A showcase of regional art, located in historic Boonsboro. Features over 75 artists with beautiful creations.

Check out the Arts & Entertainment Guide in the next pages for a complete listing of arts and entertainment in the area.

MUSEUMS + GALLERIES

DOLEMAN BLACK HERITAGE MUSEUM

301-797-5019 | dolemanblackheritagemuseum.org

33 W. Washington St., Room 210, Hagerstown, MD

This private collection contains artifacts from Washington County’s African-American history.

JUST LOOKIN’ GALLERY

301-714-2278 | justlookin.com

40 Summit Ave., Hagerstown, MD

Specializes in original art and hand-pulled prints from more than 50 African-American artists. Open Tue-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun noon-5pm.

MANSION HOUSE ART CENTER & GALLERY

301-797-2867 | valleyartassoc.org

480 Highland Ave, Hagerstown City Park

Historic home of the Valley Art Association; offers four galleries available for viewing and sale, plus classes and special programs.

Open Fri & Sat 11am-4pm, Sun 1-5pm.

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, WASHINGTON COUNTY

301-739-5727 | wcmfa.org

401 Museum Dr., Hagerstown City Park

Collection includes American paintings, Old Masters, European works, Asian and African art, and drawings, prints and sculptures from the 18th century to the present. Special exhibits and classes.

Open Tue-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 1-5pm.

WASHINGTON COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY

301-791-3132 | washingtoncountyarts.com

34 S. Potomac St., Suite. 100, Hagerstown, MD

Showcases the talents of regional artists with works for viewing and sale. Offers educational and other programs. Open Tue-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm, or by appointment.

Performing Arts

ANTIETAM ENTERTAINMENT

877-237-4697 antietamentertainment.com

9745 Garis Shop Rd., Hagerstown, MD

Dinner Theater with show season to include: The Christmas Experience and Century of Song. Predinner activities for all ages. Call for reservations or book online.

CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN THEATER FESTIVAL

681-240-2283 catf.org

PO Box 429, Shepherdstown, WV

The Contemporary American Theater Festival produces the newest plays in America, in the oldest town in West Virginia. Discover the ultimate theater experience in historic Shepherdstown. Each summer, the festival produces six new plays in rotating repertory.

H. RIC LUHRS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

717-477-7469 luhrscenter.com

1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg, PA

This state-of-the-art theater features a variety of performances, from pop artists to Broadway musicals.

MARYLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

301-797-4000 marylandsymphony.org

21 S. Potomac St., 2nd Floor, Hagerstown, MD Presents professional symphony performances and internationally acclaimed soloists under the leadership of Music Director Elizabeth Schulze.

THE MARYLAND THEATRE

301-790-2000 mdtheatre.org

21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

This historic venue hosts top-name acts and events year-round and is home of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra.

POTOMAC PLAYMAKERS

240-382-7269 | potomacplaymakers@gmail.com potomacplaymakers.org

17303 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD

Founded in 1926, Potomac Playmakers is one of the oldest volunteer community theatre organizations in the nation. Our mission is to bring affordable live theatre to the four-state area. We strive to use theatre to bring current issues, cultural awareness, and diversity to the public as well as to educate a new generation.

WASHINGTON COUNTY PLAYHOUSE DINNER THEATER

301-739-7469 washingtoncountyplayhouse.com

44 N. Potomac St., Rear, Hagerstown, MD Broadway-style shows, musical comedies, etc., year-round. Performances held Fri & Sat at 6pm, plus 1pm on select Sundays.