Appalachian Arts Center

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Appalachian Arts Center Community Arts Center offering creative workshops and special events, along with a retail gallery

Appalachian Arts Center, a part of Southwest Virginia Community College, is a 4000 square foot gallery, marketplace and educational resource. The center is divided into seven small gallery spaces devoted exclusively to the exhibition and sale of work created by local craftspeople, artists, student apprentices, authors and musicians; while a large rotating exhibition space showcases regional artisans. A variety of educational demonstrations, artist talks, professional development workshops and craft courses are offered.

Cedar Bluff Heritage Fest is in full swing! Music on the Pavillion all day and a Grist Mill demonstration at 12pm
09/19/2026

Cedar Bluff Heritage Fest is in full swing! Music on the Pavillion all day and a Grist Mill demonstration at 12pm

𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴!Do you enjoy working with people and have an appreciation for local art, Appalachian heritage, and communit...
07/30/2026

𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴!
Do you enjoy working with people and have an appreciation for local art, Appalachian heritage, and community events? Would you love helping clients bring their special occasions to life while working in a breathtaking historic setting? If you enjoy creating welcoming experiences, supporting memorable events, and being part of a team that serves our community, we'd love to hear from you.

Visit www.appalachianartscenter.org to apply online 𝗼𝗿 pick up an application in person at the center. Applications close August 15th.

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Retail Gallery featuring locally made, handcrafted items.

𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿! Appalachian Voices will be set up here at the AAEC to talk about how Virginia residents can ben...
07/21/2026

𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿!
Appalachian Voices will be set up here at the AAEC to talk about how Virginia residents can benefit from solar energy–whether you have solar panels or not!
𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿. All attendees will be entered into the door prize drawing!
𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://swvasolar.org/home-solar-info-session-july-22-2026/
They'll be covering topics like shared solar, rooftop solar with special guest speakers from HOMES, Inc., and plug-in solar with Solar United Neighbors.

Some truly mesmerizing lamps from one of our newest artists, Jeff Hansen.Made from driftwood he finds in the Clinch Rive...
07/15/2026

Some truly mesmerizing lamps from one of our newest artists, Jeff Hansen.
Made from driftwood he finds in the Clinch River, with their flickering flame bulbs, they add a perfect ambiance to any space!

She's beauty, she's grace, she holds 125 guests, as an Event Space.
06/20/2026

She's beauty, she's grace, she holds 125 guests, as an Event Space.

These stunning hand forged steel roses are the latest work from local blacksmith Jared Ring of Red Cedar Forge.Working p...
06/04/2026

These stunning hand forged steel roses are the latest work from local blacksmith Jared Ring of Red Cedar Forge.
Working primarily with a coal forge, Jared creates functional and decorative metalwork inspired by his Appalachian heritage and a passion for traditional craftsmanship.
Come by the Appalachian Art & Events Center to see these forever flowers and discover more work from Jared and our community of Appalachian artists.

Woodworking artist Jim Green dropped off some new goodies
05/27/2026

Woodworking artist Jim Green dropped off some new goodies

05/27/2026

Woodworking artist Jim Green dropped off some new goodies and in case you needed a few ideas of how you could use this amazing platter 😘

The flowers are blooming and our outdoor event space is coming to life! Stop by or give us a call to see about booking y...
05/16/2026

The flowers are blooming and our outdoor event space is coming to life! Stop by or give us a call to see about booking your next event at the AAEC!

Your one stop shop for a one of a kind Mother's Day gift!If you're unsure what she'd like most we also have gift cards!
05/05/2026

Your one stop shop for a one of a kind Mother's Day gift!
If you're unsure what she'd like most we also have gift cards!

Address

112 River Road
Cedar Bluff, VA
24609

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+12765969188

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