Chestertown RiverArts

Chestertown RiverArts Chestertown RiverArts
Administrative Offices: 200B High Street
Clay Studio: 204 High Street
Gallery, KidSPOT & Arts Education: 343 High Street

We believe people need the Arts more than ever during times of stress and crisis, and we are committed to our mission of growing community, creativity, and connection through the Arts. We invite you to subscribe to our email newsletter, and to join in our exciting programs, including classes, exhibits, club meetings, and more! Clay Studio
204 High Street
Wednesdays-Thursdays:
10am-6pm

KidSPOT
34

3 High Street
Saturdays:
9am-12pm

Store
200B High Street
Wednesday: 11am-3pm
Thursday: 11am-3pm
Friday: 11am-3pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm
Sunday: 11am-2pm

Gallery
343 High Street
Wednesday: 11am-3pm
Thursday: 11am-3pm
Friday: 11am-3pm
Saturday: 12pm-2pm

Arts Education & Classroom
343 High Street

Are you a KidSPOT Children's Creativity Center fan? Here's your chance to double the good with your donation! Gifts of a...
06/05/2026

Are you a KidSPOT Children's Creativity Center fan? Here's your chance to double the good with your donation! Gifts of any amount made during our 2026 KidSPOT Campaign will receive a match - up to $12,000 and help grow the Art Adventures program! Donate today: ctownra.org/donate-kidspot

The Common Table: Community, Companionship and GatheringThe concept of the “common table” originates from ancient, agrar...
06/04/2026

The Common Table: Community, Companionship and Gathering

The concept of the “common table” originates from ancient, agrarian, and hunter-gatherer roots, where sharing food fostered social bonds, safety, and community, breaking bread together away from distractions.

Historically, hosting a meal with a shared table was a display of generosity and prosperity. Cultural differences exist at the Common Table in different countries, such as the utensils used, whether you sit at the table or on the floor, whether dining is expected to be a quiet affair or noisy and bustling.

How will you use your creativity to capture the concept of “breaking bread” and the social benefits of a common table? Is there a common table without food? What about the concept of species other than humans sharing a common table; birds on a bird feeder; bees on a blossoming tree; kittens sharing a cat food bowl?

We can’t wait to see your creations.

https://www.ctownra.org/exhibit-schedule

Bring your worn or broken clothing and jewelry and learn how to repair them yourself! We’ll provide all the supplies—inc...
06/02/2026

Bring your worn or broken clothing and jewelry and learn how to repair them yourself! We’ll provide all the supplies—including sewing machines and jewelry tools—plus guidance to help you mend with confidence.

https://www.ctownra.org/programs-and-classes

KidSpot Family NightJoin us for a fun-filled evening at KidSpot Family Night on Friday, June 5, 2026!Bring the whole fam...
06/02/2026

KidSpot Family Night

Join us for a fun-filled evening at KidSpot Family Night on Friday, June 5, 2026!

Bring the whole family and enjoy a creative night of tote bag painting, tasty snacks, and plenty of fun for all ages. Kids can express their creativity by designing their own personalized tote bag while families make memories together in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Event Highlights:

Tote bag painting activity
Delicious snacks and refreshments
Family-friendly games and fun
Creative time together for kids and parents

Whether you're creating a colorful masterpiece or simply enjoying time with family and friends, KidSpot Family Night is the perfect way to kick off your weekend.

Date: Friday, June 5, 2026
Location: 343 High Street Chestertown MD 21620
Time: 5-7pm

We can't wait to see you there for an evening of creativity, laughter, and family fun!
https://www.ctownra.org/

Empty Bowls Returns for 2026!The RiverArts Clay Community will hold a reinvented Empty Bowls event at the Chestertown Fa...
05/31/2026

Empty Bowls Returns for 2026!
The RiverArts Clay Community will hold a reinvented
Empty Bowls event at the Chestertown Farmer's Market Saturday, June 13th, 8-12pm.
Anyone who makes a $20 donation to benefit the Kent County Food Pantry will choose a beautiful handmade bowl to take home as a special gift!
Instead of dishing out soup this year, we'll instead turn the event upside-down and present a drop box for additional canned and boxed food donations.
Please join us in the park for with your donations to support the local Food Pantry! See you there!
https://www.ctownra.org/events

Thank you to everyone who helped make Paint the Town 2026 such a meaningful and memorable celebration of creativity in o...
05/23/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped make Paint the Town 2026 such a meaningful and memorable celebration of creativity in our community!

From our talented artists and dedicated volunteers to our generous sponsors, hosts, judges, food donors, and every guest who joined us — we are so grateful for your support. Because of you, Chestertown was once again filled with art, inspiration, and connection.

Congratulations to all of this year’s award winners, including Best in Show winner Zhaobo Li and Best Body of Work winner Julia Andersen, along with our incredible Quick Draw artists and participants!

See the full list of winners, event photos, and highlights from the weekend on our event page: Paint the Town 2026 Event Page

We’re already looking forward to doing it all again in 2027.



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RiverArt’s annual gala is back — this time with an Enchantment Under the Sea theme! We’re inviting all designers to join...
05/16/2026

RiverArt’s annual gala is back — this time with an Enchantment Under the Sea theme! We’re inviting all designers to join us for an unforgettable fashion show featuring bold creations made from recycled and repurposed materials. Whether it’s a high-fashion gown, an imaginative costume, or a daring statement piece, let your creativity shine. Craft something outra- geous from recycled treasures and strut your stuff!
https://www.ctownra.org/reimagined-runway-call-for-designs

Ahoy, art lovers! ⚓🌊 Join us for a day full of creativity, community, shopping, and seaside-inspired fun at RiverArts Te...
05/15/2026

Ahoy, art lovers! ⚓🌊 Join us for a day full of creativity, community, shopping, and seaside-inspired fun at RiverArts Tea Party Happenings on Saturday, May 23!

✨ Stop by KidSPOT On the Go! on the Courthouse Lawn from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for free hands-on art activities for kids and families.

🎨 Visit The Eastern Shore – An Alternative View exhibition from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at 343 High Street and explore beautiful works inspired by our region.

🛍 Don’t miss the Store at RiverArts May Sale from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at 200B High Street — the perfect chance to find handmade gifts, artwork, and treasures from local artists.

We can’t wait to celebrate art, creativity, and the spirit of the shore with you! ☀️🐚🎉

To honor Juneteenth and the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, RiverArts is inviting members to submit wor...
05/15/2026

To honor Juneteenth and the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, RiverArts is inviting members to submit work for our mini pop exhibition, What Does Freedom Look Like? We are looking for artwork that reflects your own interpretation of freedom, whether that’s through history, family, community, patriotism, identity, protest, joy, resilience, or everyday life. Freedom can mean something different to everyone. We welcome a wide range of ideas, perspectives, and artistic styles that encourage conversation and reflection on what freedom has meant, and still means, in America today.

The exhibition will open June 19, 2026 at the Chestertown Visitor’s Center and will also feature a dynamic public art installation, The Wall of Un-Freedom, where community members can share thoughts on oppression, barriers, and the changes they hope to see in 2026 before joining together to symbolically knock the wall down at 5:00 p.m. Opening night will also include music by Sombarkin and community drummers.

https://www.ctownra.org/call-to-artists-june-2026

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200B High Street
Chestertown, MD
21620

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 3pm
Thursday 11am - 3pm
Friday 11am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+14107786300

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