April 2023
Public Engagement Meeting: HdG Sculpture Trail
Join the Havre de Grace Arts Collective's Public Art Committee and Cochran Studio for an informational and interactive workshop to... - Learn about HdG's Public Art Plan and the Sculpture Trail's place in it. - Review models from the (7) sculptor finalists who have submitted work for consideration for the next installation within HdG's Sculpture Trail. - Share your feedback! Although the Public Art Selection Committee will make the final decision about the next sculpture in HdG's Sculpture Trail, our…
Find out more »June 2023
Hear Me Out! Poetry Slam
Come out for a night celebrating the literary arts, starting with the "Hear Me Out!" POETRY SLAM! Readings are welcomed on the following conditions: Poems must be original No props, nudity, instruments No hate speech Team pieces are fine All styles welcomed including theatrical monologues, literary poems, rants, haikus, freestyle rap Any topic welcomed Hosted by Jenni Meckelvaney Beer & Wine available for purchase on site. Proceeds benefit the HdG Arts Collective.
Find out more »July 2023
YAP+ Turtle Painting on First Friday
Join us for our inaugural event on Friday, July 7th from 5:00pm - 6:00pm in Gallery 220 for a one-of-a-kind turtle painting class led by Miss Angie. This event is FREE with all materials supplied. However, space is limited, so please register your child in advance.
Find out more »Open Studio Session: Nude Model – Hosted by Liz Lawson
Visual artists of all levels are invited to paint or sketch alongside artist Liz Lawson in a three-hour live nude model session.
Find out more »It’s Lit! Thursdays: Play Reading Edition
Come out for a night celebrating the literary arts - this month, PLAY READING!
Find out more »Open Studio With Live Model – Hosted by Pamela Wilde
Visual artists of all levels are invited to paint alongside artist Pamela Wilde in a three-hour live model session.
Find out more »YAP+ Workshop: Teen Edition
The Havre de Grace Arts Collective is proud to announce the return of our Youth Arts Program as YAP+, a monthly series of art workshops to promote creativity for kids and their families.
Find out more »August 2023
It’s Lit Thursdays: Poetry Slam Edition
Come out for a night celebrating the literary arts - this month, POETRY SLAM!
Find out more »YAP+ Workshop: Preschool Edition
The Havre de Grace Arts Collective is proud to announce the return of our Youth Arts Program as YAP+, a monthly series of art workshops to promote creativity for kids and their families!
Find out more »September 2023
Open Studio Session
Gallery 220 will be hosting an Open Studio Session: Nude Model hosted by Liz Lawson presented in partnership with The Havre de Grace Arts Collective
Find out more »It’s Lit! Thursdays-Book Reading Edition!
Join us for a night of celebrating the literary arts, presented by the HdG Arts Collective. This month is BOOK READING EDITION with D. A. Jennings. D.A. Jennings is an award-winning author of children's books, who teaches the fundamentals of creative writing course at Harford Community College. She also facilitates a literature group at BrightView Avondell - an adult community. She is a long-time Harford County resident where she resides with her husband. Check out her books and community involvement at: dajennings.com
Find out more »August 2024
FLOAT Closing Reception
Gallery 220 is pleased to present FLOAT, a curated group exhibition. During summer months with warmer weather, later sunsets, and vacations from school and work, one can begin to “float” through this time of year. Artists have explored variations on this theme, both in the literal and the abstract. They have presented these interpretations in the forms of paintings, drawings, sculpture, multimedia, photography, and site specific installation pieces. Take a step out of the heat and float through this summer…
Find out more »September 2024
It’s Lit! Poetry Slam with special guest poet May Kuroiwa
It's LIT! Thursdays (2nd Thursday of every month) provides a unique literary open mic opportunity for original poets, authors, playwrights, and spoken word artists. This month we have a special guest poet - May Kuroiwa in addition to the slam! Each month is a different theme highlighting a different genre of literary art. This month is.... POETRY SLAM! Readings are welcomed on the following conditions: Work must be original No props, nudity, instruments No hate speech Team pieces are fine…
Find out more »The Business of Art with Wayne Werner
Seminar, workshop, and Q&A on how to make a living as an artist This workshop explores the reality of making a living as an artist or craftsperson who wants to sell their work from their studios or at craft shows and trade shows. This rapid fire, pull no punches overview of the crafts business discusses everything from the time you fill out the application until the time you break down your booth. Students are encouraged to ask any question about…
Find out more »October 2024
Cultural Agitators – Closing Reception
Cultural Agitators is a conversation between history and contemporary art that reflects groups, individuals, or movements that shake things up and facilitate change. Artwork reflecting on what it means to be a "Cultural Agitator" will be on display throughout the gallery alongside historical artifacts with ties to Lafayette. The show is a collaboration between The Havre de Grace Arts Collective (Gallery 220), the Historic Havre de Grace Foundation, the Greater Havre de Grace Museum Association, Lafayette Farewell Tour 2024/2025, and…
Find out more »November 2024
It’s LIT! Thursdays – Poetry Reading & Discussion with Alex Stathes
Literary Open Mic 2nd Thursday Every Month Doors open @ 6:30pm Cost $10
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