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SUMMARY:Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse at Del Ray Artisans Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse Art Exhibit\nFebruary 6–28\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Friday\, February 6 from 7–9pm\n“Lunar Fire” by Morgan Parr\nCelebrate 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. \nJoin 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. \nRegister in advance for our workshops in February: \n\nStretchy Chainmail Bracelet – Monday\, February 9\, 6-8pm\nDime Store Alchemy: Make a Found Object Poetry Box – Wednesday\, February 11\, 6-9pm\nLunar New Year Foam Block Printing (Family-friendly) – Tuesday\, February 17\, 4-6pm\nLaurel Burch Inspired Horses – Sunday\, February 22\, 10am-12pm\n\nPlus 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. \nThe Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse art exhibit runs from 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). \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Del Ray Artisans\, a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community. \nFor more information\, contact the Director of Curating\, Amy Kitchin Hower\, at curating@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/lunar-new-year/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Del Ray Artisans Gallery
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ORGANIZER;CN="Morgan Parr":MAILTO:rmorganparr@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Alcove Gift Shop at Del Ray Artisans (1/2 - 2/28/2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Alcove Gift Shop is open for 10 months of the year (closed in July and December for special events). New items will appear in the gift shop each week\, and all the artwork is fully refreshed every two months. The current display runs January 2 – February 28\, 2026. \nAll work featured in the gift shop is by Del Ray Artisans members. Unframed 2-D work is available in bins alongside jewelry\, fiber art\, wood craft\, ceramics\, and other smaller 3-D items. The gift shop is located in the alcove inside Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. \nThe gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. Gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm\, Fridays 12-9pm\, Saturdays 12-6pm\, and Sundays 12-6pm (closed on February 1 and March 1). \nFor more information\, contact the curators Stephen Lally (slallypottery@gmail.com) and Rita Schooley (rlschooley@gmail.com).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/alcove-jan-feb-2026/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Del Ray Artisans Gallery
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephen Lally":MAILTO:slallypottery@gmail.com
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