This guide to the visual arts, performing arts and arts events will help you discover the Williamsburg Area in a whole new way. Whether your preference in art is traditional or contemporary, cutting-edge or classic, more than 50 opportunities to enjoy the arts are listed here.
Art museums, art galleries, artists' studios and performing arts venues featuring varied concerts, plays and events are abundant in the Historic Triangle. Please visit our partners' websites below or the Alliance calendar for more information on these events.
Whether you are adding to your art collection, looking for the perfect handmade gift or seeking an evening of professional music or theatre, you will never be disappointed by the participants listed here as you discover the arts in the Historic Triangle!
For a road map to these and other locations, Discover the Arts in Williamsburg! To request copies of our Discover the Arts brochure, please call 800-368-6511 or email. You may also download a copy by clicking the image to the right.
Visual Arts | Performing Arts | Artful Dining
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A Touch of Earth A Touch of Earth is an award-winning gallery offering the finest in America crafts and art by regional and nationally prominent contemporary American artists. Featuring art, pottery, beautiful jewelry, glass work, quilts and many other fine crafts. Owned by pottery artists Paul Pittman and Lianne Laurie since 1977. 757-565-4235 |
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Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum Enjoy the unrestrained exuberance of American folk art in its new home, adjacent to the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum. Explore artistic talents expressed in paintings, sculpture, textiles, painted furniture and musical instruments. Tours and interactive craft projects offered daily and involve the whole family. 757-229-2141 |
| An Occasion for the Arts An Occasion for the Arts is a juried art show that spotlights the visual and performing arts in the Greater Williamsburg area, promotes the expansion of the arts in the community and provides mini-grants and scholarships. 757-258-5587 |
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| Apryl Altman Art Apryl Altman is an artist providing faux finish and mural services to the Hampton Roads area. This also includes hand painted tiles, furniture and wood graining. Apryl is also an accomplished watercolorist, exhibiting at This Century Art Gallery, Prince George Art & Frame and local arts festivals. 757-258-0481 |
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| Connie Desaulniers Art Studio Artist Connie Desaulniers of By Design creates two- and three-dimensional paintings (the latter with parts of the artwork coming out of the canvas). Subjects range from lush landscapes to quirky figures -- all are saturated with color and spirit. Check the website (www.bydesignart.com) for current shows, or call for a personal appointment. 757-897-0776 |
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| DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum Explore 17th- through early 19-century paintings, textiles, furniture, metals, ceramics and prints. Introductory tours offered daily. Musical, live performance and scholarly programs related to the collection are offered at the Hennage Auditorium along with tours of special exhibitions. 757-229-2141 |
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| Gallery at York Hall Featuring fine art and fine craft by local artists for exhibit and sale. This non-profit, volunteer-run gallery creates themed shows that change every six to eight weeks. Profits support community programs and events. The Gallery is also a visitor center for Historic Yorktown. 757-890-4490 |
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| Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance The Art Gallery of the Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance showcases original works created by individual member artists on a rotating basis. Exhibits are free to the public and change quarterly, highlighting a range of Historic Triangle arts offerings. 757-229-6511 |
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| Gulay Berryman Art, Inc. Oil paintings, Williamsburg art prints and note cards available at The Gallery on Merchants Square. Gulay Berryman is an international acclaimed artist whose credits include 2005 Florence, Italy International Biennale, finalist in Kunst Forum's 2006 SEETAL art show in Switzerland and winner of Kennedy Promotions "2005 Best in Virginia" competition. 757-565-0954 |
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| James City County Complex Art exhibits started back in 2005 in the Building E lobby of the James government complex buildings off of Mount Bay Road at the entrance to Kingsmill. It showcases employees and resident artists living in James City County every six weeks on a rotating exhibits. 757-253-6618 |
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Jamestown Glasshouse |
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Linda Matney Gallery Contemporary art, photography, installation, video and paintings. Exhibitions and events featuring national and regional artists. Art consulting and workshops. Other events such as fashion shows, wine tasting, musical performance and art performance, coffee and movie afternoon siestas. Art related gifts. 757-675-6627 |
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Lisa W. Cummings Photography Specializing in family portraits, sports teams, and Commercial/Architectural photography. Against the backdrop of the Historic Virginia Triangle, we can frame your family vacation, travel team sporting event, business (or pleasure) golf outing and/or other memorable gatherings you are eager to preserve as keepsakes. 757-532-4037 or email |
Master Craftsmen Shop |
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Muscarelle Museum of Art |
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| New Town Art Gallery New Town Art Gallery in Williamsburg is a dynamic mix of artwork from ten local artists. We feature a diverse offering of original paintings, sculpture, jewelry, as as well giclees, prints, and notecards in an elegant, upscale, 4,000 sq gallery on Main Street in New Town. 757-968-0716 |
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Paula Goodman Koz |
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Polly Nunn Polly Nunn is known for her large flower paintings. Her art includes portraits, landscapes, animals and concrete sculpture. She teaches classes in painting, drawing and pottery. Polly's work can be seen at This Century Art Gallery, Prince George Art & Frame and at her studio by appointment. 757-220-4945 |
| Prince George Art & Frame Prince George Art & Frame combines a fine art gallery and custom framing in one location. Local original art and changing exhibits make it one of Williamsburg's livelier art venues. Our custom frame department has worked on much of the art seen around town in homes, restaurants, banks and hospitals. 757-229-7644 |
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Shirley Pewter |
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Studio Foray |
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| This Century Art Gallery For over 45 years, the Gallery has presented high quality contemporary arts and crafts for the pleasure of residents and visitors to Williamsburg. hosed in a Sears Roebuck Catalog House, the Gallery is located between Merchants Square and the Williamsburg Library. 757-229-4949 |
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| TK Asian Antiquities TK Asian Antiquities is one of the largest importers of Chinese antiques dating from c. 7,000 BCE through c. 1800s. You will find a very wide selection of pottery, furniture, archaic bronze and textiles when visiting our gallery and warehouse. 757-253-0769 |
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| Vernon Wooten Studio Gallery Original oils, acrylics, watercolors and bronze sculptures are on exhibit. Also a wide selection of limited edition hunt prints, giclees, prints of Williamsburg and other subjects available. Studio open by appointment. 757-253-1953 |
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| Viccellio Goldsmith J. Henry Viccellio III, a Master Goldsmith and precious metals craftsman, offers a line of beautiful and distinctive fine jewelry. Handcrafted custom creations are available to reflect each individual customer's unique style. Waterfront shop is located in Historic Yorktown. 757-890-2162 |
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Williamsburg Library Gallery |
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Performing Arts |
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Ewell Hall Department of Music, Performing Arts Series |
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| First Night Williamsburg First Night Williamsburg is a non-alcoholic family oriented celebration of New Year's Eve. Downtown Williamsburg and the College of William and Mary provide the setting for over 65 performers. All ages are invited to attend, an may purchase entry buttons four weeks prior to the event. 757-258-5153 |
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Kimball Theatre |
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Lake Mataoka
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| Merchants Square, Outdoor Performing Arts and Arts Show Venue Situated adjacent to Colonial Williamsburg's Historic Area, Merchants Square is a cluster of 42-fine shops and restaurants in an unrivaled setting. Merchants Square annually hosts the Summer Breeze Concert Series on Wednesdays in July and August and strolling holiday musicians throughout December. Visitors will also enjoy Art on the Square in April and An Occasion for the Arts, which is always held on the first Sunday in October. 757-220-7751 |
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New Town Williamsburg |
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Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall Performing Arts Series |
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Riverwalk Landing, Outdoor Performing Arts Venue |
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Rhythms on the Riverwalk Concert Series |
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Shagging on the Riverwalk Beach Music Series |
Virginia Arts Festival |
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| Virginia Shakespeare Festival In 2009, the Virginia Shakespeare Festival celebrates its 31st season of professional classic theatre with productions of Much Ado About Nothing, The Winter's Tale, and Art, running June 24 to August 2 at Phi Beta Kappa Hall on Jamestown Road. Box office opens January 21. 757-221-2674 |
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William & Mary Hall, Kaplan Arena |
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Williamsburg Farmers Market - Music Series |
Williamsburg Library Theatre |
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Williamsburg Players |
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Williamsburg Symphonia |
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Yorktown Market Days at the River |
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Artful Dining |
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Aroma's |
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artcafé26 |
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Berret's Seafood Restaurant & Steakhouse Grill |
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Center Street Grill |
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Fat Canary |
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The Trellis |
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