Events at CHTVAC
In addition to our changing exhibitions and quarterly art classes, The Charles H. Taylor Visual Arts Center offers other art-related programming during the year.
Back To School Community Day
Saturday, August 17 from 2 pm - 4 pm
Gear up for a great start to the new school year with fun activities, arts and crafts, and music to get you ready for success!
No registration is necessary. This event, co-presented by The Charles H. Taylor Visual Arts Center and the Hampton Public Library- Main Branch, will be held in the shared parking lot between the buildings.
FREE to attend!
Dia de los Muertos
November 2 from 11 am - 2 pm
This widely observed holiday focuses on remembering family members and friends who have passed away. This originates from the ancient indigenous peoples of Mexico who believed that the souls of the dead return each year to visit with their living relatives – to eat, drink and be merry.
This free event includes a traditional colored straw demonstration by Cesar Carbajal as well as the preparation of an altar where members of the community can share a prayer, light a candle, or bring a memento to place as an offering for loved ones. Craft stations include making paper marigolds, Day of the Dead masks, and creating papel picado. Food trucks will be onsite.
Hampton Holiday Fine Arts Bazaar
December 14 from 11am-5pm
December 15 from 11am-3pm
Join us for the 4th annual Hampton Holiday Fine Arts Bazaar. The opening of the Small Works Exhibition will be accompanied by this free two-day fine arts bazaar featuring original, handmade works from artists around the region. Come meet the artists and shop for extra special holiday gifts!
Gallery Talk
Meet the artists featured in the current exhibition and learn more about the artworks on display.
Artist Reception
Artists and patrons are invited to attend an afternoon reception to celebrate CHTVAC exhibitions on display. Complimentary food and drinks are served (must be 21+ to consume alcoholic beverages). All receptions are from 3:00pm – 5:00pm unless otherwise noted.
Virginia Artists Juried Exhibition - Saturday, September 21
Small Works - Saturday, December 7
Hampton Arts League
A membership organization of approximately 300 regional artists. Programs include an annual Open Members Exhibition, discounts for classes, member meetings, and a Tuesday Morning Painters group.
To register by mail, download the printable membership form here. To register online, select your desired membership below and complete the electronic payment process.
Tuesday Morning / Afternoon Artist Studio
Hampton Arts League members can meet in a classroom Tuesdays from 10 am– 12:30 pm and 4 pm–6 pm to draw and paint without formal instruction and to enjoy the company of other artists.
Poetry Inspired by Art Readings
Poets are invited to write poems inspired by artworks on exhibit and participate in a poetry reading in conjunction with gallery talks. Poems are posted next to the inspirational artworks and available in notebooks in the galleries.
Open Studio
Artists working in painting and drawing can sign up to use studio space when classes are not being held. Independent, individual working only, no materials or instruction are provided. There is a five person maximum.
Arts Meeting Room
During open center hours, arts organizations can hold informal meetings in our upstairs gallery. Up to 25 people. $40 per hour. Chairs and tables provided. Reservations through the visual arts center office only.