Exhibit Dates: February 6-28, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, February 6 from 7–9pm
Celebrate the Lunar New Year by exploring its traditions, stories, and cultural significance—including the dynamic symbolism of the horse in the zodiac—at Del Ray Artisans’ Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse art exhibit. Representing courage, vitality, speed, and independence, the horse inspires artworks that capture energy, movement, mythology, and heritage. This exhibition also reflects Del Ray Artisans’ commitment to cultural sensitivity, showcasing works that honor the origins of the Lunar New Year with respect and authenticity.
Join us for the opening reception on Friday, February 6 between 7-9pm to meet curators Morgan Parr and Annemarie Kuhns and the artists. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite at lunar-new-year-exhibit.eventbrite.com.
Register in advance for our workshops in February:
- Stretchy Chainmail Bracelet – Sunday, February 9, 6-8pm
- Dime Store Alchemy: Make a Found Object Poetry Box – Wednesday, February 11, 6-9pm
- Lunar New Year Foam Block Printing (Family-friendly) – Tuesday, February 17, 4-6pm
- Laurel Burch Inspired Horses – Sunday, February 22, 10am-12pm
Plus drop in to our recurring creative programs: Del Ray Urban Sketchers, Life Drawing, Radical Sewing Club-ALX, and Nature Journaling Club; and RSVP to attend our artist support groups: Partners in Art and Live From Your Studio. View all upcoming programs online at delrayartisans.org/programs.
The Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse art exhibit runs February 6–28, 2026 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are Thursday 12-6pm, Friday 12-9pm, Saturday 12-6pm, and Sunday 12-6pm (closed February 1 and March 1).
The gallery is free, open to the public, and accessible. For more information, visit DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits.
Del Ray Artisans, founded in 1992, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
Del Ray Artisans (DRA) appreciates the continued support from the City of Alexandria, Alexandria Commission for the Arts, and Virginia Commission for the Arts. DRA is a 501(c)(3) organization.
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The “Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse” exhibit (February 6-28, 2026) at Del Ray Artisans features artworks inspired by tradition, mythology, and the spirited horse with cultural respect and authenticity. Details: DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits
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Del Ray Artisans presents “Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse” art exhibit (February 6-28, 2026) celebrating traditions, mythology, and the dynamic symbolism of the horse in the zodiac through diverse interpretations inspired by movements, heritage, and storytelling with an emphasis on cultural respect and authenticity. View at Del Ray Artisans, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA. Reception: Friday, February 6, 7-9pm. Gallery hours: Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-9pm, Saturdays & Sundays 12-6pm. Details: DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits