The Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts’ Gallery Opening Reception on Monday, November 8, from 5-7 p.m., features artists Harry and Suzanne Ally, “The Artist and the Muse”; Trevor T. Dunn, “If the River was Fire”; and features the Third Annual Regional Artist Community (RAC) Group Exhibition. A local book premiere and sale spotlighting “How Faith, Family & Football Shaped the Life of Rusty Grif-fin” is also scheduled. The reception will be held at the Turner Center main galleries, located at 527 N. Patterson St., and is free to the public. Read More
Turner Center Seeks Nominations for Inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award
By Sementha Mathews Blog, NewsThe Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts is accepting nominations for the Lena Bosch Lifetime Achievement Award. This inaugural award will recognize individuals who have exhibited outstanding, creative, innovative and visionary leadership in the growth and advancement of the arts in our community through involvement with the Turner Center.
The award was established in 2020 to recognize Bosch’s lifetime of contributions to the Lowndes/Valdosta Arts Commission (LVAC), the Turner Center, and to the overall arts community. Nominations will be accepted through Jan. 31, 2022. Read More
Turner Center awarded Cultural Facilities grant from Georgia Council for the Arts
By Sementha Mathews NewsThe Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts has been awarded a Cultural Facilities Grant by the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA), a division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development.
The GCA received 39 Cultural Facilities Grant applications from arts organizations and municipal arts facilities across the state. The Turner Center was one of only 10 entities in nine counties statewide that received a grant through the 2022 program. Read More
Congratulations to the winners of the 4th Annual ARToberfest Youth Plein Air contest, held Oct. 23 at the Turner Center Art Park. Read More
The Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts will host the 4th annual ARToberfest on Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Turner Center Art Park located at 605 N. Patterson St. The festival observes National Arts & Humanities Month, celebrates the talent of local and regional artists, and highlights the arts’ remarkable impact on community life. The public is invited to attend this free family-friendly festival. Read More
The Valdosta Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) seeks public input concerning the beautification of gateways into the City Center Arts District (CCAD). Ideas and concepts for consideration will be accepted through Nov. 15, 2021. Read More
The Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts is gearing up for the 4th annual ARToberfest and invites local artists to participate. The festival observes National Arts & Humanities Month, celebrates the talent of local and regional artists, and highlights the arts’ remarkable impact on community life. ARToberfest will take place on Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Turner Center Art Park located at 605 N. Patterson St. Read More
The Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts’ Gallery Opening Reception on Monday, Sept. 20, from 5-7 p.m., features artists Erin Kendrick, Jacksonville, “The Things We Bring”; Amy Bennion, Salt Lake City, “Your Glass”; and Travis D. Simmons, Valdosta, “Momus.” The reception will be held at the Turner Center main galleries, located at 527 N. Patterson St., and is free to the public. Read More
The Valdosta Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) will host their next monthly meeting on Thursday, September 16, at 11:30 a.m. In order to practice social distancing, this public meeting will be held in the Price-Campbell Gallery of the Turner Center for the Arts, located at 527 N. Patterson Street. It is requested that each attendee wears a mask.
The purpose of PAAC is to further the purchase, creation and appreciation of public art for its aesthetic value to the community. The PAAC also encourages the preservation and protection of works of public art which play a vital role in the economic development of the community.
PAAC meets on the third Thursday of each month, and meetings are open to the public. For more information about the PAAC, call 229.247.2787.
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Galleries Closed
Turner Center for the Arts galleries are closed every Monday, unless otherwise noted. Please call the main office at 229.247.2787 if you need assistance.
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Offered in 4-week sessions on Mondays | 5-6pm Next session begins Monday, April 6, 2026 Ready to start playing guitar? That’s fantastic! Join guitarist Matt Savitsky, newest member of the...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Offered every Thursday of the month (unless otherwise noted) | 10AM – 2PM Class begins Thursday, April 16, 2026 This year-round, weekly class provides an intensive focus on traditional oil... |
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Join us at the Levitt AMP Valdosta Music Series with Brass Band Jazz Instrumental artists PR Experience performing at the Turner Center Art Park, 7-9PM! Click HERE for more information. |
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Workshop meets 1st Saturday of each month | 10am – Noon OR 2-4pm Youth students explore the world of clay through hand-building to make a functional or decorative ceramic piece....
Class meets the 1st Saturday of each month | 10am-Noon (Unless otherwise noted) Join instructor/artist Daisy Taylor for this beginner-friendly watercolor workshop. Learn foundational watercolor techniques—wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering, and soft...
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 10:30am-Noon. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Are you a youth who loves to write? Do you...
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 1pm-4pm. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Welcome to the Online Writers League! This is an adult...
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Workshop meets 1st Saturday of each month | 10am – Noon OR 2-4pm Youth students explore the world of clay through hand-building to make a functional or decorative ceramic piece.... |
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Galleries Closed
Turner Center for the Arts galleries are closed every Monday, unless otherwise noted. Please call the main office at 229.247.2787 if you need assistance.
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Offered in 4-week sessions on Mondays | 5-6pm Next session begins Monday, May 4, 2026 Ready to start playing guitar? That’s fantastic! Join guitarist Matt Savitsky, newest member of the...
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Class meets Mondays | 5-6pm Learn to move in response to music and other auditory cues! These classes offer students the ability to use movement to create art. Through dance...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Next class is Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 5:30-8pm (Unless otherwise noted) This beginner-friendly class is an excellent way to try your hand at acrylics or to brush up on... |
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Offered every Thursday of the month (unless otherwise noted) | 10AM – 2PM Class begins Thursday, May 7, 2026 This year-round, weekly class provides an intensive focus on traditional oil...
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Thursday, May 7 | 6-9PM Registration Deadline is Wednesday, May 6 @ 3PM In this beginner-friendly class, students will learn the basics of stained-glass art! Class material includes designing, cutting,... |
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Join us at the Levitt AMP Valdosta Music Series with Pop/R&B artists TAE & The Neighborly performing at the Turner Center Art Park, 7-9PM! Click HERE for more information. |
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Workshop meets 2nd Saturday of each month | 10AM – 1PM OR 3PM - 6PM In this beginner-friendly workshop, students learn about and explore clay through hand-building to create a...
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 10:30am-Noon. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Are you a youth who loves to write? Do you...
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 1pm-4pm. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Welcome to the Online Writers League! This is an adult...
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Workshop meets 2nd Saturday of each month | 10AM – 1PM OR 3PM - 6PM In this beginner-friendly workshop, students learn about and explore clay through hand-building to create a... |
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Galleries Closed
Turner Center for the Arts galleries are closed every Monday, unless otherwise noted. Please call the main office at 229.247.2787 if you need assistance.
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Offered in 4-week sessions on Mondays | 5-6pm Next session begins Monday, April 6, 2026 Ready to start playing guitar? That’s fantastic! Join guitarist Matt Savitsky, newest member of the...
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Class meets Mondays | 5-6pm Learn to move in response to music and other auditory cues! These classes offer students the ability to use movement to create art. Through dance...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Next class will be Tuesday, May 12, 2026| 5:30-8pm (Unless otherwise noted) In this beginner-friendly class, students will use acrylics to create an abstract work of art! Class material includes... |
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Offered every Thursday of the month (unless otherwise noted) | 10AM – 2PM Class begins Thursday, May 7, 2026 This year-round, weekly class provides an intensive focus on traditional oil...
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Thursday, May 14 | 6-9PM Registration Deadline is Wednesday, May 13 @3pm Students will learn the basics of working with fusible sheet glass! Class activities include cutting and assembling glass... |
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 10:30am-Noon. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Are you a youth who loves to write? Do you...
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Open studios meet the 3rd & 4th Saturday of each month | Noon-3PM & 4-7PM For more independent Weekday Pottery students, open studios allow more time to work in the...
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 1pm-4pm. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Welcome to the Online Writers League! This is an adult...
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Open studios meet the 3rd & 4th Saturday of each month | Noon-3PM & 4-7PM For more independent Weekday Pottery students, open studios allow more time to work in the... |
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Galleries Closed
Turner Center for the Arts galleries are closed every Monday, unless otherwise noted. Please call the main office at 229.247.2787 if you need assistance.
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Offered in 4-week sessions on Mondays | 5-6pm Next session begins Monday, April 6, 2026 Ready to start playing guitar? That’s fantastic! Join guitarist Matt Savitsky, newest member of the...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
2 events,
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
Join artist Cass and learn the basics of comic and manga illustration, including character design, expressive faces, and simple storytelling. The first session focuses on stylized heads using basic forms...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Offered every Thursday of the month (unless otherwise noted) | 10AM – 2PM Class begins Thursday, May 7, 2026 This year-round, weekly class provides an intensive focus on traditional oil...
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Thursday, May 21 | 6-9PM Registration Deadline is Wednesday, May 20 @ 3PM Students will use specialty tools to cut and shape sheet glass, then glue the glass into a... |
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Offered the 4th Saturday of each month | 9:45am-12:45pm OR 12:45pm-3:45pm Three hour sessions | Three students max per session Class is held behind the Richard Hill Glass Studio Explore...
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Offered the 4th Saturday of each month | 10am-1pm In this colorful, hands-on class, you’ll explore the luminous world of silk painting using Dynaflo fabric paints and the marker resist...
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 10:30am-Noon. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Are you a youth who loves to write? Do you...
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Open studios meet the 3rd & 4th Saturday of each month | Noon-3PM & 4-7PM For more independent Weekday Pottery students, open studios allow more time to work in the...
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Offered the 4th Saturday of each month | 9:45am-12:45pm OR 12:45pm-3:45pm Three hour sessions | Three students max per session Class is held behind the Richard Hill Glass Studio Explore... |
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Galleries Closed
Turner Center for the Arts galleries are closed every Monday, unless otherwise noted. Please call the main office at 229.247.2787 if you need assistance.
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Offered in 4-week sessions on Mondays | 5-6pm Next session begins Monday, April 6, 2026 Ready to start playing guitar? That’s fantastic! Join guitarist Matt Savitsky, newest member of the...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
2 events,
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Turner Center Art Camp – Summer in the Swamp!
Young artists will discover the beauty of ponds and wetlands in this 2-day summer art camp. Through the help of our professional instructors, campers will bring turtles, swans, alligators, and...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Offered every Thursday of the month (unless otherwise noted) | 10AM – 2PM Class begins Thursday, May 7, 2026 This year-round, weekly class provides an intensive focus on traditional oil... |
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People’s Choice Photo Contest Submission Deadline
Submission deadline for the 18th Annual People’s Choice Photo Contest is May 30, 2026, all entries have to be submitted through the website. Artist must deliver their printed photography to...
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 10:30am-Noon. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Are you a youth who loves to write? Do you...
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 1pm-4pm. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Welcome to the Online Writers League! This is an adult... |
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Galleries Closed
Turner Center for the Arts galleries are closed every Monday, unless otherwise noted. Please call the main office at 229.247.2787 if you need assistance.
Turner Center Art Camp – Stars and Stripes
Stars, stripes, and creativity collide in this fun-filled art camp! Campers will explore a variety of artistic techniques while creating projects inspired by the spirit, landscapes, and culture of America!...
Turner Center Art Camp – Foundations of Video Production: Composition, Lighting & Storytelling
This camp is designed for aspiring filmmakers, photographers, commercial videographers, and creative individuals seeking to elevate their visual storytelling skills. Through guided instruction, hands-on workshops, and a collaborative film project,...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Offered in 4-week sessions on Mondays | 5-6pm Next session begins Monday, June 1, 2026 Ready to start playing guitar? That’s fantastic! Join guitarist Matt Savitsky, newest member of the...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
5 events,
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Next class will be Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 5:30-8pm (Unless otherwise noted) In this beginner-friendly class, students will use acrylics to create an abstract work of art! Class material... |
4 events,
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various...
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Classes offered on Mondays OR Tuesdays OR Wednesdays | 10am-1pm OR 5:30-8:30pm Classes meet on the selected day and time for 4 consecutive weeks Weekday Pottery class instruction includes an introduction to various... |
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Offered every Thursday of the month (unless otherwise noted) | 10AM – 2PM Class begins Thursday, June 4, 2026 This year-round, weekly class provides an intensive focus on traditional oil...
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Thursday, June 4 | 6-9PM Registration Deadline is Wednesday, June 3 @ 3PM In this beginner-friendly class, students will learn the basics of stained-glass art! Class material includes designing, cutting,... |
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Class meets the 1st Saturday of each month | 10am-Noon (Unless otherwise noted) Join instructor/artist Daisy Taylor for this beginner-friendly watercolor workshop. Learn foundational watercolor techniques—wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering, and soft...
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Workshop meets 1st Saturday of each month | 10am – Noon OR 2-4pm Youth students explore the world of clay through hand-building to make a functional or decorative ceramic piece....
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 10:30am-Noon. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Are you a youth who loves to write? Do you...
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Group face-to-face and online meetings are offered 1pm-4pm. Please check your DISCORD account for updates on meeting dates and locations Welcome to the Online Writers League! This is an adult...
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Workshop meets 1st Saturday of each month | 10am – Noon OR 2-4pm Youth students explore the world of clay through hand-building to make a functional or decorative ceramic piece.... |
