We are incredibly thankful for the many people who have been a part of our journey - artists, instructors, students, Board and staff members, volunteers, visitors, neighbors, and more. Without the community cheering us on from near and far, we would not have survived the many challenges that have come our way, and celebrated the amazing accomplishments that we have enjoyed.

This year, our focus is on "new faces and spaces" with the addition of several artists, instructors and exhibitors. New spaces include studio renovations/expansions and much-needed improvements to all of our rest rooms.
These exciting changes set the stage to welcome hundreds of visitors for monthly First Saturday Open Studios and our 50th Candlelight Holiday Stroll on Friday, November 20, 2026 (5-8 pm). Mark your calendars!

As a nonprofit organization, our classes and studio rentals cover some, but not all, of the costs to run community programming and keep our historic buildings in working order. Your donation will help us maintain and grow our offerings, so we can stand strong as a cultural hub in the Farmington Valley and make our dreams a reality!

With appreciation,
Helen Thomas, Board President
Carol Kaplan, Executive Director

Donations can also be mailed to:
Farmington Valley Arts Center, 25 Arts Center Lane, Avon CT 06001

The Farmington Valley Arts Center, a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization since 1974, inspires creativity and builds community through instruction in, exposure to, and engagement with the visual arts. We welcome and support participants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds on their personal artistic journey.