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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115
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SUMMARY:Francine Brady Art Carts: First Floor Art Cart
DESCRIPTION:Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine’s Francine Brady Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different activities each month. JAN 15 TO MAR 15: Tell a story by drawing a multi-panel comic \nIn addition\, a video for one of the activities will premiere on the Delaplaine at Home YouTube channel. You can watch the video and use materials that you have at home to create a variety of artworks. \nFREE
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/art-cart-01/
CATEGORIES:Every Day,Francine Brady Art Carts,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270516
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SUMMARY:Interactive Gallery: Jamie Gerhold
DESCRIPTION:From January 2026 to May 2027\, engage with a hands-on\, interactive work of art facilitated by artist Jamie Gerhold. A mural of an underwater coral reef scene will serve as the foundation for a vibrant and collaborative work of art. Visitors are invited to design a fish that will be incorporated into the larger work\, reflecting Frederick’s diverse\, complex\, and delicate community ecosystem. Open every day during our regular hours. FREE
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/interactive-gallery-jamie-gerhold/
CATEGORIES:Every Day,Interactive Gallery,Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTSTAMP:20260422T070544
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SUMMARY:Francine Brady Art Carts: Second Floor Art Cart
DESCRIPTION:Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine’s Francine Brady Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different activities each month. FEB 15 TO APR 15: Explore geometric vs. organic shapes\, inspired by Nonggirrnga Marawili\, our winter Artist of Inspiration \nIn addition\, a video for one of the activities will premiere on the Delaplaine at Home YouTube channel. You can watch the video and use materials that you have at home to create a variety of artworks. \nFREE
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/art-cart-02/
CATEGORIES:Every Day,Francine Brady Art Carts,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T070544
CREATED:20251030T183937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T152655Z
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SUMMARY:Third Space Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Are you seeking artistic community and physical space to make your art? Come to Third Space Open Studio to meet other artists and create your work in a supportive environment. Third Space is what you make it! Open to adult artists of any visual artistic medium. Registration at delaplaine.org is encouraged. Artists must provide their own supplies. The Delaplaine provides easels\, tables and chairs\, electrical outlets\, extension cords\, stand lights\, and still-life objects\, and the Etchison-Davis art reference library is available on the 2nd floor.
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/26-3-prg05/
CATEGORIES:Open Studios,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events,Third Space Open Studio
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T070544
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T191614Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition Openings
DESCRIPTION:View exhibitions and meet the artists! These exhibitions are opening on Saturday\, March 7 and can be viewed starting at 9am. Beat the crowds and visit us earlier in the day! Get exhibition details on the Exhibitions page of our website. FREE
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/exhibition-openings-2-4/
CATEGORIES:Programs,Recurring Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T143000
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SUMMARY:Art Matters Artist Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we enhance our understanding and appreciation of art! Talks will be presented in person at the Delaplaine\, and then will be available on our YouTube channel about two weeks later. THIS MONTH: Join us for a presentation of the 2026 Bettie Award Winners and the announcement of the Grand Prize Winner. \nFREE
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/art-matters-artist-talk-03/
CATEGORIES:Art Matters Artist Talks,Art Talks,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events
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SUMMARY:Creative Outlet
DESCRIPTION:Kids and their adults are invited to drop-in and get creative together in our family open studio to create an artist-inspired project! THIS MONTH: Create your very own artist trading cards to trade and collect with other artists \nPlease limit your time to about an hour\, especially if other families are waiting for a table. At least one adult must be present at each table. Please\, no large groups. Visit the Group Workshops and Birthday Art Parties page of our website to book a private group art event. \nFREE
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/creative-outlet-03/
CATEGORIES:Creative Outlet,Family, Kids & Teens,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T190103Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Frederick Artwalk
DESCRIPTION:Take a self-guided jaunt downtown and visit local galleries! At the Gift Gallery at the Delaplaine this month: Jessie Bunk \nThe Downtown Frederick Artwalk is a program of the Downtown Frederick Partnership. Visit their website for the full list of participating galleries.
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/artwalk03/
CATEGORIES:Programs,Recurring Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T150000
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CREATED:20251030T183933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T190533Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Art Symposium: The Business of Art
DESCRIPTION:About the 2026 Symposium\nBuilding an artmaking business can be quite a challenge. How do you promote your artwork? Where can you find sources of funding? How do you protect your intellectual property? And how can you work efficiently both on creating artwork and managing a business? This year’s Annual Art Symposium explores where the creative and business worlds overlap and provides artists with answers to these questions. Resources in moving your creative work forward\, including photographing and printing your artwork\, also will be discussed. Both emerging and established artists\, as well as instructors and art lovers\, are invited to join us as we dive deep into the business of artmaking. \nSchedule\n8–9 am: Coffee and light breakfast\n9–10:10 am: Artist John Kachik\n \nJohn Kachik has been a visual artist\, illustrator\, and a Delaplaine Instructor for 15 years. As a freelance artist in the marketplace and in fine art\, he has had to remain persistent in keeping up with logistics concerning the technical aspects in creating the work but also in marketing\, publicity\, file keeping\, portfolios\, etc. \nFor the first half of John’s talk\, he will share images of his work and achievements over the years. For the second half\, Delaplaine Exhibitions Manager Corey Frey will interview John about some of the challenges and pivot points through his professional work. \n\n\n\n\n10:10–10:30 am: Chris Spangler\, The Imagination Center\n \nChris Spangler is Graphic Design and Art Specialist with The Imagination Center in Frederick. Chris specializes in giclee printmaking and will explain the process\, benefits\, and products available to make saleable prints of artwork through the Imagination Center. \n\n  \n  \n10:30–11:30 am: Christia Ravenell\, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (MdVLA)\n \nChristia Ravenell is the Staff Attorney at MdVLA\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting Maryland artists’ legal rights\, where she provides legal assistance\, develops guides and workshops\, and participates in advocacy initiatives. \nChristia will discuss her roll as the Staff Attorney and the ways that she supports artists\, as well as intellectual property\, including copyright\, and general legal concerns for artists. \n  \n11:30 am–12:30 pm: Lunch\n12:30–1 pm: Photographing your artwork with Jillian MacMaster\, The Delaplaine Arts Center\n \nJillian MacMaster is Delaplaine Community Engagement Manager\, as well as a nationally exhibiting artist and photographer. Jillian will demonstrate and discuss photographing artwork for submission and digital content. \n  \n\n\n  \n1–2 pm: Chad Buterbaugh\, Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC)\n \nChad Buterbaugh is the Deputy Director at MSAC\, where he oversees the Arts in Education and Maryland Traditions programs\, and all communications activities. Chad will explore funding and grant opportunities available through a variety of programs\, including MSAC. \nHis session will provide an overview of funding and other resources available to artists seeking to build their careers in Maryland. Discussion will focus mainly on grant opportunities with the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC)\, the state’s largest arts funder\, but will also cover other state and local supports that can help artists with funding\, legal advice\, business development expertise\, and more. Artists working as sole proprietors\, LLCs\, or with nonprofit enterprises are encouraged to attend\, and bring questions. \n\n2–3 pm: Artist Jennifer Kahn Barlow\n \nJennifer Kahn Barlow has exhibited widely across the Mid-Atlantic. In addition to her studio work\, her experience in finance and economics are a rare mix of artistic insight and business expertise\, which she utilizes in her workshops guiding creatives’ business practices. \nHer session will introduce a practical “must-have” checklist designed to keep your creative career running smoothly and professionally. She will cover how to organize digital images\, keep essential documents—such as your artist statement\, bio\, CV\, and certificates—readily accessible\, and use templates that streamline invoices\, commissions\, and inventory. The talk also outlines simple systems for tracking finances and artwork to stay prepared for shows\, sales\, and opportunities. Key elements of a strong digital presence will be included as well\, from website basics and email list growth to effective use of social media. \nFee Includes\nContinental breakfast and lunch are included with registration.
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/2026symposium/
CATEGORIES:Art Talks,Programs,Symposium
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260422T070544
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SUMMARY:Francine Brady Art Carts: First Floor Art Cart
DESCRIPTION:Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine’s Francine Brady Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different activities each month. MAR 15 TO MAY 15: Look up! Explore the ornate ceilings of cathedrals and design your own \nIn addition\, a video for one of the activities will premiere on the Delaplaine at Home YouTube channel. You can watch the video and use materials that you have at home to create a variety of artworks. \nFREE
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/art-cart-03/
CATEGORIES:Every Day,Francine Brady Art Carts,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T070544
CREATED:20251030T183932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T152750Z
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SUMMARY:Third Space Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Are you seeking artistic community and physical space to make your art? Come to Third Space Open Studio to meet other artists and create your work in a supportive environment. Third Space is what you make it! Open to adult artists of any visual artistic medium. Registration at delaplaine.org is encouraged. Artists must provide their own supplies. The Delaplaine provides easels\, tables and chairs\, electrical outlets\, extension cords\, stand lights\, and still-life objects\, and the Etchison-Davis art reference library is available on the 2nd floor.
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/26-3-prg06/
CATEGORIES:Open Studios,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events,Third Space Open Studio
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260422T070544
CREATED:20250908T163518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T171807Z
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SUMMARY:Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Vote for Your Favorites\nThis 10-day public exhibition features creations made with interlocking blocks (such as LEGO®) and artworks inspired by the block theme. Brick aficionados of all ages are participating to show off their creativity and skill while helping to raise funds for our community engagement programs serving underserved\, at-risk\, and marginalized audiences. Visitors can purchased votes in a variety of amounts and cast them for one or more favorite entries. Each vote purchased adds to our ability to reach more people in the community! \nExtended Hours\nFriday\, Mar 20–Sunday\, Mar 29 the Delaplaine will be open extended hours: \n\nMonday–Saturday\, 9–8 & Sunday\, 11–5\n\nProgram Goals\n\nTo engage members of the community of all ages to create and enjoy fun works of art using interlocking plastic blocks as materials or inspiration.\nTo raise critical funds for the Delaplaine’s Community Engagement and public programs.\n\nAwards\nA panel of judges will select winners in the following categories: \n\nJurors Award – Best Engineered Block Project: $150\nJurors Award – Most Creative Block Project or Artwork: $150\nJurors Award – Most Inspired Artwork: $150\n\nThe project or artwork that receives the most votes will be named the People’s Choice Award Winner\, receive $250 and a trophy\, and have their project displayed in the May issue of Delaplaine Arts magazine\, distributed to about 50\,000 households and businesses\, and on the Delaplaine’s social media. \nImportant Dates for Entrants\n\nProject/Artwork Delivery: Tuesday & Wednesday\, Mar 17 & 18\, 9 am–7 pm\nJurors Award Winners Announced: Saturday\, Mar 21 via Facebook\nPeople’s Choice Award Winner Announced: Monday\, Mar 30 via Facebook\nProject/Artwork Pick-Up: Monday & Tuesday\, Mar 30 & 31\, 9 am–7 pm\n\nDisclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor\, authorize\, or endorse this program.
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/block-party/
LOCATION:Delaplaine Arts Center\, 40 S Carroll St\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Block Party,Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T170000
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CREATED:20251023T155952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T221608Z
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SUMMARY:Artobus: Amy Sherald: American Sublime at the Baltimore Museum of Art
DESCRIPTION:Travel with us to the Baltimore Museum of Art to see Amy Sherald: American Sublime\, which traces the evolution of the artist\, a defining voice of her generation who transformed American portraiture. The BMA was founded on the belief that access to art and ideas is integral to a vibrant and healthy civic life. It has long focused on acquiring contemporary art\, as well as maintaining and deepening a historic collection made relevant through vigorous development and reinterpretation in all collecting areas. \n\nSpace is limited\, and registration is first-come\, first-served.\nFee includes deluxe motor coach transportation\, special exhibit tickets\, and snacks on the bus.\nThe bus will be depart Frederick promptly at 9:00 am\, and we expect to return around 5:00 pm.\nAll backpacks\, packages\, laptops\, or items larger than 11 x 15 inches must be checked at the Checkroom.\nWheelchairs are available free of charge at the Checkroom.\nLunch will be on your own. Gertrude’s Chesapeake Kitchen is onsite but reservations are required\, or enjoy one of several restaurants within walking distance.\nYou will receive information regarding parking and the trip itinerary in your confirmation and reminder emails.\nQuestions? Accessibility requirements? Please email Corey Frey\, our Exhibitions Manager.\nFor more information about the Baltimore Museum of Art\, visit their website.
URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/26-3-bus01/
CATEGORIES:Artobus,Programs
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