Visual Arts
10 Dorothy Grebos ABSTRACT ACRYLIC PAINTINGS Work can be seen at Prince George Art and Frame, 107 Colony Square, Jamestown Road, Williamsburg
Studio by Appointment. 4427 Wind River Run, Williamsburg www.dgrebosart.com; dgrebos@yahoo.com 757 645-3081
“My paintings are an extension of my musical background, with emphasis on rhythm, movement, color and harmony.”
Touch of Earth 1 A 6580 Richmond Road, Williamsburg
2 Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg 325 Francis Street, Williamsburg
Daily 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. minimally; hours change seasonally and expand mid-March – December to 7:00p.m. www.history.org/museums Admission. 757 229-2141
Enjoy the unrestrained exuberance of American folk art in its new home, adjacent to the DeWitt Wallace Museum. Explore artistic talents expressed in paintings, sculpture, textiles, painted furniture and musical instruments. Daily introductory tours and interactive craft projects involve the whole family. See musical, live performance and scholarly programs at the Hennage Auditorium. Visit the museum store for books, music recordings and reproductions and the café for lunch or desserts.
Occasion for the Arts 3 An PO Box 363, Williamsburg
Tue – Sun 11:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. www.aprylaltmanart.com; apryl-altman@cox.net 757 258-0481
The focus of Altman’s watercolors and acrylics is to bring attention to everyday occurrences that often go unnoticed in the hustle and bustle of daily life. Altman encourages the viewer to be aware of life’s small wonders
Haven Inc. 5 Bead 1915 Pocahontas Trail, Suite E4, Williamsburg Mon – Sat 10:30a.m. – 5:30p.m. www.beadhavenva.com 757 253-2323
Bead Haven, a full-service bead store, carries everything to create beautiful beaded jewelry. The friendly staff helps customers design and create jewelry. Book parties for birthdays, scouts' badges, girls' night and other occasions. Purchase unique jewelry, all this in a warm and inviting place.
& Studio Louise Chartrand 12 Gallery 8655 Merry Oaks Lane, Toano Mon – Fri 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.; Sat & Sun 11:00a.m. – 3:00p.m. Studio by Appointment www.louisechartrand-artistepeintre.com 757 250-3234
13 Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance 421 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg Mon – Fri 8:30a.m. – 5:00p.m. www.williamsburgcc.com 757 229-6511
The Art Gallery of The Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance showcases original works created by individual member artists on a rotating basis. Exhibits are free to the public and change quarterly, highlighting a range of Historic Triangle arts offerings.
Please call for an appointment. 757 229-9585; Fax: 757 229-3214
With a PhD in curriculum and administration, this award-wining artist utilizes spontaneity and creativity, and places a premium on color, composition and presentation in his photography. In 21 years, he has been invited to participate in over 500 shows and exhibitions.
20 Kyra A. Cook Pottery & Tile works Mon – Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.; Sun 11:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. atouchofearth@verizon.net 757 565-0425
Functional works in stoneware. The animated posture of Cook’s richly glazed pots compels the user to slow down and contemplate the form. Whether it’s a distinctive rim, beautiful shape or subtle swirls of color, her pottery is a journey that enhances the quality of life.
21 Master Craftsmen Shop
and This Century Art Gallery, 219 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg
Master Craftsmen has been making silver bracelets on location since 1982. In addition they have their own line of pewterware, Christmas angel and animal ornaments and gifts made in the USA. Hand and machine engraving are offered as well as excellent customer service.
Award-winning fine art and commissions painter featuring landscapes, seascapes, portraits, still-life, human figure or specialized themes (architectural, historic, automotive, sports, animals). Classical realism to impressionism. Colonial Williamsburg prints and note cards.
Fenton Gallery 15 J. 110 S. Henry Street, Merchants Square, Williamsburg Mon – Sat 9:30a.m. – 9:00p.m.; Sun 9:30a.m. – 6:00p.m. www.quiltsunlimited.com 757 221-8200
J. Fenton offers fine American craft, featuring many Virginia artisans. Jewelry, glass, pottery, metal, kaleidoscopes, wood boxes and games, Judaica and whimsical gifts. A popular place for both Williamsburg residents and visitors to find the perfect gift in any price range.
SIlversmith 22 MJF 276 E. Queens Drive , Williamsburg
Lamberson Hall, Jamestown Road, Williamsburg
Thomas Gallery 24 Nancy Merchants Square, Williamsburg Mon – Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:30p.m. Sun 12:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. www.nancythomas.com 757 259-1938
Colonial Fiber Arts is a one-of-a-kind shop featuring handmade, hand-woven items as well as tools and supplies for the fiber artist. Our studio features workshops in weaving, spinning, knitting, tatting, felt making, basketry and rug hooking. Find something unique, create something amazing!
The Nancy Thomas Galleries are decorated in Nancy’s warm style and are homes for Nancy’s art, home décor and antiques. The décor and offerings are changed throughout the year, and there is something exciting and new almost every month. The range of prices is broad, so the casual visitor and the serious collector will find a piece worth taking home.
8 CONNIE DESAULNIERS art studio
City County 16 James 101 Mounts Bay Road, Williamsburg Mon – Fri 8:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Contact Ernie Gabler or Doug Murrow 757 253-6618 or 757 253-6626
Art exhibits started back in 2005 in Building E lobby of the James City County government complex buildings off of Mounts Bay Road at the entrance to Kingsmill. It showcases employees and resident artists living in James City County every six weeks on rotating exhibits.
325 Francis Street, Williamsburg
Explore 17th- through early 19th-century paintings, textiles, furniture, metals, ceramics and prints. Introductory tours are offered daily. Musical, live performance and scholarly programs related to the collection are offered at the Hennage Auditorium along with tours of special exhibitions. Museum store offers books, music recordings and reproductions. The café is open for lunch and offers scrumptious desserts.
Specialists in Chinese archaic bronze, jade, pottery, textiles. TK Asian Antiquities has one of the largest selections of artisan-made furniture from the 17th through 19th centuries. On-site laboratory for conservation and restoration.
Run Pottery, Elizabeth Krome 29 Quail Work can be seen at A Touch of Earth, 6580 Richmond Road, Williamsburg Mon – Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Sun 11:00a.m. – 5:00p.m www.elizabethkrome.com; QuailRunPottery@gmail.com Studio open by appointment 757 566-1990; 757 565-0425
A potter since 1975, Krome creates strong, simple pots with pleasing form and satisfying balance. “I count myself successful when my work is well-conceived, well-made and well-used.”
35 Vernon Wooten Studio/Gallery
Glasshouse 17 Jamestown Historic Jamestowne, Williamsburg Daily 8:30a.m. – 5:00p.m.; Closed Christmas and New Year’s Days www.jamestownglasshouse.com Admission. 757 229-2437
In 1608, glassmaking, America’s first English industry, began in Jamestown, Virginia. Today, costumed craftsmen, using tools and techniques similar to those used centuries ago, blow one-of-a-kind period reproductions and contemporary pieces. Only green glass is blown at the Glasshouse, but other colors are blown at an off-site location. A four-year apprentice program trains glass blowers.
Nancy Thomas Gallery 25 145 Ballard Street, Yorktown Mon – Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.; Sun 1:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. www.nancythomas.com 757 898-0738
Nancy Thomas is a nationally known contemporary artist who has lived and worked in Yorktown for 30 years. Her work appears in the homes of thousands of collectors and is often seen in magazines, decorator books, films, on Broadway and on television as well as at Colonial Williamsburg, The Museum of American Folk Art and the White House.
Goodman Koz 26 Paula Work can be seen at Prince George Art and Frame, 107 Colony Square, Jamestown Road, Williamsburg Mon – Fri 10:00a.m. – 5:30p.m. Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. www.paulagoodmankoz.com; vitabreve@cox.net Studio open by appointment 757 253-8950; 757 229-7644
Goodman Koz has been a printmaker specializing in block prints (wood and linocut) for nearly 30 years. She has a special love for illustrating books and literary themes. The relationship between art and print is her primary focus.
Shakespeare Festival 58 Virginia Performances at Phi Beta Kappa Hall, College of William & Mary 601 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg
Duke of Gloucester, Prince George, Henry and Boundary Streets, Williamsburg
www.wm.edu/vsf Box Office 757 221-2674; Administration 757 221-2683
www.merchantssquare.org/calendar; maston@cwf.org 757 220-7751
Situated adjacent to Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area, Merchants Square is a cluster of 42 fine shops and restaurants in an unrivaled setting. Merchants Square annually hosts the Summer Breeze Concert Series on Wednesdays in July and August and strolling holiday musicians throughout December. Visitors will also enjoy Art on the Square in April and An Occasion for the Arts, which is always held on the first Sunday in October.
Now entering its 31st season, this professional theatre company offers three productions from late June to mid August. Shakespeare and modern classics combine to produce great and affordable entertainment for the whole family. Please see website for performance schedule.
59 William & Mary Hall, Kaplan Arena The College of William & Mary Ukrop Way, Williamsburg
Dean Shostak is world-famous for reviving the glass Armonica, an instrument invented by Benjamin Franklin. His Crystal Concert also features rare and antique glass instruments from around the world including Glass English Handbells, the Glass Violin from Japan and the Cristal Baschet from France. Please see website for performance schedule.
tribeathletics.com/tickets.html for booking information contact Spencer Milne, shmiln@wm.edu 757 221-3356
Kaplan Arena at William & Mary Hall is an 8,973seat arena, with the capability of increasing capacity to 10,175 for full stage events. A multi-purpose venue with nearly 24,000 square feet of floor space, William & Mary Hall has a long history of hosting concerts, trade shows, convocations, religious ceremonies, graduations, athletic events and other special events. The website will help you find the concert or event you are seeking.
47 Ewell Hall, Department of Music, Performing Arts Series
Original oils, acrylics, watercolors and bronze sculptures are on exhibit. Also a wide selection of limited edition hunt prints, giclees, prints of Williamsburg and other subjects are available.
325 Water Street, Yorktown
Mon – Sat 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.; Sun 12:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. www.viccelliogoldsmith.com; lvicce@cox.net 757 890-2162
J. Henry Viccellio II, Master Goldsmith and precious metals craftsman, offers a line of beautiful and distinctive fine jewelry and hand-crafted custom creations that reflect an individual customer’s unique style. Waterfront shop in Historic Yorktown at Riverwalk Landing.
Offering a variety of fine-quality pewter reproductions, collectibles and tableware. Featuring the signature collection “Shirley Pewter,” handcrafted in Williamsburg. Baby gifts, products of light and more. Engraving available for a more personal touch.
Foray 31 Studio 323 Water Street, Suite A-4, Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown Mon – Sat 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.; Sun 12:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. Extended summer hours. www.studioforay.com; studioforay@cox.net 757 969-1094
Featuring unique, custom-designed jewelry by Nancy Foray which include Swarovski crystals and a beautiful array of freshwater pearls, semiprecious and natural stones – all hand-selected for quality as well as beauty. Offering a wide range of beading supplies and classes that are sure to inspire the art of beading and jewelry design.
Co, Constance Svindland 32 Svin 1736 Founder’s Hill South, Williamsburg
K. Geiger Photography 37 William By appointment only Mon – Sun 8:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. billgeigerphoto.com 757 229-3223
ARTFUL DINING Coffeehouse, Bakeshop & Cafe 39 Aromas 431 Prince George Street, Williamsburg Mon – Thu 7:00a.m. – 10:00p.m. Fri & Sat 7:00a.m. – 11:00p.m.; Sun 8:00a.m. – 8:00p.m www.aromasworld.com 757 221-6676
Enjoy the patio or venture inside for specialty coffees, wine and beer to compliment your breakfast, lunch or dinner. In the comfort of this popular spot you’ll find the "rotating" art wall filled with works of local artists, and weekends filled with live music. "Best of Williamsburg!", The Virginia Gazette. "Editor’s Pick – Best of the Road", Rand McNally. Free WiFi!
New Year's Eve www.firstnightwilliamsburg.org 757 258-5153
First Night Williamsburg® is a celebration of the performing arts on New Year’s Eve in downtown Williamsburg, VA. This is a non-alcoholic, family friendly event with over 60 acts for all ages, available food and a fireworks finale. Admission is one button, available after December 1st, at locations throughout the area.
Enjoy live musical performances while you select local products including organic produce, free-range chickens, beef and pork, oysters and crabs, herb plants, baked goods, honey, mushrooms, cheese and cut flowers. The Market is located in the heart of Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchants Square and across from the College of William & Mary. Flowerbeds and benches offer a tranquil setting for listening to the concerts while enjoying a morning coffee and the Market’s fresh baked goods. See website for more information.
Town Williamsburg 52 New 4801 Courthouse Street, Williamsburg www.NewTownWilliamsburg.com; info@newtownwilliamsburg.com 757 565-6200
Outdoor concerts, art shows, arts & crafts sales -- find them in New Town. Discover fine restaurants with live music; visit artcafé26 and dine within an art gallery. Sullivan Square, Legacy Hall and the Gazebo provide great venues for everything from intimate shows to lively performances. Check our website for details.
Theatre 49 Kimball 424 Duke of Gloucester Street Merchants Square, Williamsburg Open daily. Hours vary to accommodate performances. www.kimballtheatre.com; rriley@cwf.org 757 565-8670
A variety of entertainment options are offered including live concerts, plays, lectures and independent and foreign films. Please see website for schedules and ticket information.
Matoaka Amphitheatre 50 Lake The College of William & Mary, Ukrop Way and Jamestown Road
I am a freelance location photographer specializing in portraits of subjects in their business or home environment. I also sell fine art photographs, available through my website.
www.wm.edu/studentactivities 757 221-3300
The amphitheatre is on the shore of Lake Matoaka, surrounded by the natural beauty of the College woods. A perfect setting for performance art and any type of musical entertainment. Please contact the Office of Student Activities with questions, and about space availability.
Williamsburg Library Gallery 38 515 Scotland Street, Williamsburg
The College of William & Mary mounts theatrical, dance and musical performances on a regular basis. William & Mary Theatre presents high quality and richly staged dramatic performances, reviving important classical dramas as well as producing the most challenging contemporary theatre. William & Mary Dance brings exciting concerts of original faculty and student choreography to the community. Please see the websites for schedules.
54 Riverwalk Landing, Outdoor Performing Arts Venue www.riverwalklanding.com 757 890-3500
Located on the Yorktown waterfront, Riverwalk Landing plays host to a multitude of events throughout the year. Riverwalk Landing offers an array of diverse shopping and dining opportunities all in a serene setting. The banks of the York River serve as a beautiful backdrop for the outdoor performance area. Riverwalk Landing annually hosts several outdoor concert series, market days, movie nights and tall ship visits.
FARMHOUSE GRILLE 43 DUDLEY'S 7816 Richmond Road, Toano
5107-2 Center Street, New Town, Williamsburg
Mon – Fri 8:30a.m. – 5:00p.m.; Sat 8:30a.m. – 4:00p.m. Open Friday and Saturday nights. www.artcafe26.com; artcafe26@aol.com 757 565-7788
Lunch Tue – Fri 11:00a.m. – 2:30p.m. Dinner Tue – Sat 5:00p.m. – 9:00p.m. www.dudleysfarmhousegrille.com 757 566-1157
This European-style art café and gallery exhibits four art shows each year featuring international artists in fine arts and fine craft. The artcafé26 also caters for corporate and private events.
41 BERRET'S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & TAPHOUSE GRILL 199 S. Boundary Street, Williamsburg
STREET GRILL 42 CENTER 5101 Center Street, Williamsburg Mon – Thu 11:00a.m. – 9:00p.m.; Fri – Sat 11:00a.m. – 10:00p.m.; Sun 10:00a.m. – 9:00 p.m. www.centerstreetgrill.com 757 220-4600
Moderately priced restaurant located in New Town, offering raw bar with oysters, clams, shrimp and seafood specials. Modern décor with available art from the Trimble Collection adorning the walls. Family friendly; private/club rooms and seasonal patio.
Historic Yorktown Waterfront, Yorktown www.yorkcounty.gov/tourism 757 890-3500
56 Shagging on the Riverwalk Beach music Concert Series Riverwalk Landing Historic Yorktown Waterfront, Yorktown
CANARY 44 FAT 410 W. Duke of Gloucester Street,
Lunch Mon – Sat 11:30a.m. – 3:30p.m. Dinner Mon – Sun 5:00p.m. – 10:00p.m. www.berrets.com 757 253-1847
Two choices, one location! Berret's Restaurant specializes in fresh regional seafood; the Taphouse Grill features grilled fish, steaks and burgers. Both offer full beverage service. Since its opening in 1983, Berret's has supported area artists by purchasing local original and edition artwork to use in decorating its public spaces. Live music is featured summer evenings on Friday and Saturday in the Taphouse Grill.
on the Riverwalk Concert Series 55 Rhythms Riverwalk Landing
Rhythms on the Riverwalk is a five-week fall concert series held at Riverwalk Landing in Historic Yorktown that features some of the area’s finest in jazz, swing, big band and patriotic music. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. This event is free and open to the public. See website for dates and times.
Dudley's Farmhouse Grille, located in Toano, seven miles from the City of Williamsburg, resides in a renovated 1900s farmhouse and caters to fine dining. Supporting local farms and local artists, Dudley's Farmhouse Grille displays antiques and original artwork of local painters and potters.
Merchants Square, Williamsburg Mon – Sun 5:00p.m. – 10:00p.m. 757 229-3333
Fat Canary, in the heart of Merchants Square, has received the coveted AAA Four Diamond award for excellence for each of the past five years since its opening six years ago. It shares a unique physical presence with The Cheese Shop and the 4,000-bottle Wine Cellar. Its walls are adorned with a changing exhibit of original art from the nearby Gallery on Merchants Square.
Trellis 45 the 403 Duke of Gloucester Street Merchants Square, Williamsburg Daily 11:30a.m. – 9:00p.m. www.thetrellis.com; greatfood@thetrellis.com 757 229-8610
Renowned for its artful cuisine, the Trellis also displays original art by Connie Desaulniers. See her energetic works - including her signature 3-dimensional paintings (sculptural elements are literally off the wall) anytime during Trellis operating hours. All work is for sale directly from the artist. For more information, visit www.bydesignart.com or email connie@bydesign.bz.
757 253-1796
Williamsburg Field Musick brings to life the spirit and charm of 18th- and 19th-century military music. Performances include authentic music, marching and often a personal presentation on the music and time period the group recreates.
62 Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland Street, Williamsburg
www.wm.edu/theatre; www.wm.edu/music Box Office 757 221-2674
Individual and group art exhibitions. Paintings, photography and crafts by local artists. Exhibitions of local and regional history. Please see website for schedules.
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61 Williamsburg Field Musick
Phi Beta Kappa Hall, Performing Arts Series 53 The College of William & Mary, Phi Beta Kappa Hall, 601 Jamestown Road
Riverwalk Landing, Historic Yorktown Waterfront, Yorktown
Mon – Thu 10:00a.m. – 9:00p.m. Fri 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.; Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Sun 1:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. www.wrl.org/programs; programs@wrl.org 757 259-4070
Work includes a wide variety of beaded jewelry (necklaces, bracelets and earrings) featuring single and multi-strand pieces in pearls, minerals, glass, semi-precious stones, seed beads and wooden beads. Restringing available.
Music Performances 9:00a.m. – 11:00a.m. Market open Saturdays, May – October 8:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. Holiday Markets in November and December. www.williamsburgfarmersmarket.com; loliver@williamsburgva.gov 757 259-3768
Night® Williamsburg 48 First P.O. Box 1382, Williamsburg
36 Viccellio Goldsmith at Riverwalk Landing
Mon – Sat 10:00a.m. – 9:00p.m.; Sun 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m. www.shirleypewter.com 757 229-5356; 800 550-5356
Duke of Gloucester Street, Merchants Square, Williamsburg
The College of William & Mary mounts theatrical, dance and musical performances on a regular basis. The performances generally take place during the academic year and include student as well as professional artists. In addition to Ewell Hall, you will also find performances at Phi Beta Kappa Hall, The Commonwealth Auditorium and Lodge One of the University Center and other venues on campus. Please see the websites for schedules.
Mon – Sat 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. www.huntprints.com; vewartsinc@verizon.net 757 253-1953
Shirley Pewter 30 417 Duke of Gloucester Street, Merchants Square , Williamsburg
60 Williamsburg Farmers Market, Music at the Market
www.wm.edu/theatre; www.wm.edu/music Box Office 757 221-2674
1315 Jamestown Road, Suite 204 Williamsburg Office Park, Williamsburg
Tues – Fri 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.; Sat & Sun 12:00p.m. – 4:00p.m. www.wm.edu/muscarelle; museum@wm.edu Admission: $5.00; Special Exhibitions: $10.00 757-221-2700
The Muscarelle Museum of Art showcases The College of William & Mary’s permanent collection including works by Copley, Matisse, Picasso and O’Keefe and regularly features special exhibitions from around the world. An ever-changing selection of unique gifts such as exceptional jewelry, books, glass items and more are available in the Museum Shop.
www.crystalconcert.com; deanarmonica@aol.com 800 588-3326
Mon – Fri 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. www.tkasianantiquities.com; tkoriental@widomaker.com 757 253-0769
Studio open by appointment. 757 564-8014
23 Muscarelle Museum of Art at the College of William & Mary
Shostak’s Crystal Concert 46 Dean Concerts can be heard at The Kimball Theatre, Merchants Square, Williamsburg
51 Merchants Square, Outdoor Performing Arts and Art Shows Venue
The College of William & Mary, Ewell Hall (near The Wren Building; use side entrance)
By appointment only. www.mjfsilversmiths.com 757 220-4007
Handmade sterling silver hollowware, liturgical pieces, trophies and corporate gifts.
performing Arts
Asian Antiquities 34 TK 1654 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg
221 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg
Mon – Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:30p.m. www.mastercraftsmenshop.com 757 253-2993; Toll free: 800 866-7458
Tue – Sun 11:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Studio open by appointment. 4735 Westhampton, Williamsburg www.gulayberryman.com; gulayart@yahoo.com 757 565-0954
Mon – Sat 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.; Sun 12:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. www.colonialfiberarts.com; nettie@colonialfiberarts.com 757 243-2275; Fax: 757 243-2276
Daily 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. minimally; hours change seasonally and expand mid-March – December to 7:00p.m. www.history.org/museums Admission. 757 229-2141
Celebrating 50 years of art, this non-profit gallery has presented high-quality contemporary art and crafts for the pleasure and cultural enrichment of Williamsburg residents and visitors. There are eight shows annually by visiting artists; member and student art is shown in the Members’ Gallery. Art classes for all levels, lectures and workshops are offered.
ork can be seen at A Touch of Earth W 6580 Richmond Road, Williamsburg
BERRYMAN STUDIO 14 GULAY Work can be seen at The Gallery on Merchants Square, 440A Duke of Gloucester Street
Fiber Arts 7 Colonial 323 Water Street, A-2, Yorktown
9 Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum of Colonial Williamsburg
A unique gallery that combines the finest in 17th-, 18th- and 19th-century inspired decorative arts and antiques as well as contemporary works. Rob Hunter offers 19th-century American stoneware, 17th- and 18th-century English and European ceramics, glass and contemporary ceramics. Michelle Erickson recreates hand-thrown and painted 17thand 18th-century reproduction ceramics and one-of-a-kind contemporary works. Erickson was commissioned to create the piece shown which was presented to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, to commemorate the 400th Anniversary of the founding of Jamestown.
Orehovec Nature Photography 19 John P.O. Box DJ, Williamsburg
Antique prints, maps, fine art, custom hand-painted floorcloths and distinctive framing. The selection of unique frames includes hand-painted designs, as well as old world-style gold leaf profiles.
Spirited acrylic paintings of landscapes, figures and wildlife; some of the paintings are three-dimensional with sculpted objects coming out of the canvas.
Tue – Sun 11:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. www.thiscenturyartgallery.org thiscenturyartgallery@verizon.net 757 229-4949
A bright new gallery featuring local original art, sculpture and handmade American crafts. Custom framing for artists, museums and collectors.
Tue – Fri 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.; Sat 10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m., Sun 12:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. and by appointment. www.blackdoggallery.net 757 989-1700
Daily 11:30a.m. – 9:00p.m.; or by appointment. www.bydesignart.com; connie@bydesign.bz 757 897-0776
Thu – Sat 10:30a.m. – 4:30p.m.; Sun 12:00p.m. – 4:30p.m. or call for an appointment. www.perioddesigns.com 757 886-9482
Mon – Fri 10:00a.m. – 5:30p.m.; Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. www.williamsburgart.com; fmiller@tni.net 757 229-7644
A Spiritualist Canadian artist/portraitist from Quebec, Louise Chartrand’s paintings reflect thoughts, feelings and meditation. Her portrait style is always original and exceptional. The gallery offers antiques; original paintings; sculptures; fine objects; museum pieces (from musée du Louvre); the works of French painters, impressionism, contemporary, fantasy and spiritual art. Portrait commissions are welcome.
Dog Gallery 6 Black 114 Ballard Street, Yorktown
Work can be seen at the Trellis Restaurant on Duke of Gloucester Street in Merchants Square.
Century Art Gallery 33 This 219 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg
Prince George Art & Frame 28 107 Colony Square, Jamestown Road, Williamsburg
Featuring fine art and fine craft by local artists for exhibit and sale. This non-profit, volunteer-run gallery creates themed shows that change every six to eight weeks. Profits support community programs and events. The gallery is also a visitor information center for Historic Yorktown. Join us in December for the annual Christmas Market on Main Street.
An Occasion for the Arts is the anchor event for a two-day celebration of the arts in Williamsburg. The event is a juried art show that spotlights the visual and performing arts in the Greater Williamsburg area, promotes the expansion of the arts in the community and provides mini-grants.
219 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg
Russ Turnage and his late wife Carol Jensen began making pottery at their island home-studio in 1981. With over 30 years of experience, Russ continues the tradition of making pottery that is classic in form and finish, and functional for use and enjoyment.
Designs 27 Period 401 Main Street, Yorktown
Tues – Sat 10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m.; Sun 1:00p.m. – 4:00p.m. www.yorkcounty.gov/tourism 757 890-4490
First Sunday in October www.aofta.org 757 258-5587
Altman Art 4 Apryl Work can be seen at This Century Art Gallery,
6580 Richmond Road, Williamsburg Studio open daily by appointment. 8529 Hicks Island Road, Lanexa russturnage@aol.com 757 566-1989
at York Hall 11 Gallery 301 Main Street, Yorktown
Mon – Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:30p.m. Sun 11:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. www.atouchofearthgallery.com; atouchofearth@verizon.net 757 565-4235
A Touch of Earth is an award-winning gallery offering the finest in American crafts and art by regional and nationally prominent contemporary American artists. Featuring art pottery, beautiful jewelry, glass work, quilts and many other fine crafts. Owned by pottery artists Paul Pittman and Lianne Lurie since 1977.
Turnage Pottery 18 Jensen Work can be seen at A Touch of Earth
www.yorkcounty.gov/tourism 757 890-3500
Shagging on the Riverwalk is an eight-week summer concert series held at Riverwalk Landing in Historic Yorktown and features some of the area’s finest beach music, Motown, oldies and more. Guests have the opportunity to practice the “shag” on the large outdoor dance floor, and all are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. The event is free and open to the public. See website for dates and times.
Virginia Arts Festival 57 Festival Williamsburg, Virginia Room at the Williamsburg Lodge Performances presented each May www.vafest.org 757 282-2800
The Virginia Arts Festival presents must-see premieres, world-renowned artists and a spectacular array of music, dance, and more! Festival Williamsburg is one of six signature weekends of the Virginia Arts Festival, featuring such performers as Arturo Sandoval, Martha Graham Dance Company, Tiempo Libre, Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and Patti LuPone. The Virginia Room is the perfect setting for great cabaret performances. Festival Williamsburg is unique each year with events held Thursday through Sunday.
Mon – Thu 10:00a.m. – 9:00p.m. Fri 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.; Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Sun 1:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. www.wrl.org/programs; programs@wrl.org 757 259-4070
This 268-seat theatre features concerts of acoustic folk and jazz. Venue for classical music groups, films, live theatre and lectures. Please see the website for schedules.
Players 63 Williamsburg 200 Hubbard Lane, Williamsburg 757 229-1679 Celebrating its 52nd season, the Williamsburg Players is the area’s oldest continuous community theatre. Professional quality theatre productions in an intimate atmosphere where everyone has a close-up view.
64 The Williamsburg Symphonia, Classical and Pops Music Series
Performances can be seen at The Kimball Theatre Merchants Square, Williamsburg
www.williamsburgsymphonia.org williamsburgsymphonia@verizon.net 757 229-9857
Williamsburg’s own professional orchestra providing a classical and pops music subscription series at the Kimball Theatre and education concerts for families and young people. Janna Hymes, Music Director. Please see website for performance schedules.
65 York County Public Library – Tabb 100 Long Green Boulevard, Yorktown
Mon – Thu 10:00a.m. – 9:00p.m.; Fri 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m. Sat 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.; Sun 1:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. www.yorkcounty.gov/library 757 890-5120
The York County Library presents, Second Saturdays @ Seven concert series at the Tabb Library. Come and enjoy a wide variety of musical offerings in a delightful literary setting. All performances are free and open to the public. See the library website for more information.
Yorktown Market Days at the River 66 Riverwalk Landing, Historic Yorktown Waterfront, Yorktown Saturdays, May – August 8:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. Monthly Markets September – December Entertainment 9:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. www.riverwalklanding.com 757 890-3500
The farmer's market includes local produce, fresh meat and seafood, baked goods, specialty cut flowers, handmade soaps, gourmet herbs, quality art and live musical entertainment all in a beautiful waterfront setting. The market is located on the Yorktown waterfront at Riverwalk Landing. See website for more information.
Funders Williamsburg Area Arts Commission Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance York County York County Arts Commission The Virginia Commission for the Arts & The National Endowment for the Arts
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Well known for world-class historic sites, living-history museums and modern-day attractions, this guide to the visual arts, performing arts and arts events will help you discover the Williamsburg area in a whole new way. Whether your preference in art is traditional or contemporary, cutting-edge or classic, more than 50 opportunities to enjoy the arts are listed in this guide.
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Art museums, art galleries, artists' studios and performing arts venues featuring varied concerts, plays and events are abundant in the Historic Triangle. Area gallery owners, artists, artisans, performers and museum staffs look forward to sharing our rich cultural landscape with you. Throughout the entire year you can plan your time with us by visiting participants' websites for performance, art show and event schedules. Whether you are adding to your art collection, looking for the perfect handmade gift or seeking an evening of professional music or theatre, you will never be disappointed by the participants in this guide as you discover the arts in the Historic Triangle.
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The information printed in this brochure is based solely on material received from the artists, galleries, museums and studios represented, and the publisher is not responsible for the accuracy of that information. The reader is encouraged to inquire of the specific business as to the accuracy of the information including errors, changes and omissions. Listed hours of operation subject to change without notice. © 2009 Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance Creative: Howell Creative Group