Kimball Jenkins

Kimball Jenkins Our mission is to cultivate creativity, make arts education accessible, & honor historic preservation Visit our website for more information.

Kimball Jenkins is located in the Concord (NH) Historic District. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975, Kimball Jenkins was bequeathed to the community in 1981 by Carolyn L. Jenkins, last heir to one of the area's most prominent families. It is home to the School of Art, with galleries and studios for students and professional artists. The estate is also available for private and corporate events.

Looking for something creative for your young artist this fall? Our youth classes offer plenty of ways to explore, exper...
08/31/2026

Looking for something creative for your young artist this fall? Our youth classes offer plenty of ways to explore, experiment, and make something amazing.

From Sculptural Mask Making and Belly Dancing to Mixed Media Magic and Drawing Silly Superheroes, there’s something for everyone. We also have kids ceramics classes, back by popular demand.

Explore our youth offerings and find your next creative adventure. Registration for fall 1 is closing soon, don’t wait! https://www.kimballjenkins.com/youth-and-teen-classes

We are happy to announce our upcoming exhibition, “Artisan Ensemble: A Visual Showcase”. This exhibition showcases the d...
08/29/2026

We are happy to announce our upcoming exhibition, “Artisan Ensemble: A Visual Showcase”. This exhibition showcases the diverse talents of four distinct artists: Christine Ryan, Diane Siglin, Gail Smuda, & Marsha Zavez.

On view in the Kimball Jenkins Mansion from September 11 through October 10, 2026. There will be a public reception for this exhibition on September 13th from 1-3 pm. We hope to see you there!

Visit our website for gallery hours.

Tomorrow is the day! Join us for our Open House from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit four or more demos and activities around ca...
08/28/2026

Tomorrow is the day! Join us for our Open House from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit four or more demos and activities around campus for a chance to win a $100 Kimball Jenkins gift card!

There will also be free ice cream in the Carriage House from Frekey’s Dairy Freeze!

Stop by and check us out—we’d love to see you!

Looking for something fun to do this Labor Day weekend? Tickets are still available for“Goodbye to Summer”, a fast-paced...
08/27/2026

Looking for something fun to do this Labor Day weekend? Tickets are still available for“Goodbye to Summer”, a fast-paced show by Stranger Than Fiction Improv featuring spontaneous scenes, characters, and plenty of audience-inspired laughs.

Tickets are $35. Visit kimballjenkins.com/events to secure your tickets today!

Fall 1 is approaching, and there’s still time to register! Explore our classes in painting, drawing, ceramics, and more,...
08/26/2026

Fall 1 is approaching, and there’s still time to register! Explore our classes in painting, drawing, ceramics, and more, or check out our one-day workshops if you’re looking for something a little more flexible.

Class offerings for ages 2-adult! Visit our website to register today.

This Saturday is our open house! Free to attend, and no registration is required.Stop by to explore Kimball Jenkins, mee...
08/25/2026

This Saturday is our open house! Free to attend, and no registration is required.

Stop by to explore Kimball Jenkins, meet our instructors, watch live demonstrations, eat some free ice cream (thanks to Frekey’s Dairy Freeze!🍦), and participate in a couple of hands-on art activities. Visit 4 or more art activities/demos to enter for a chance to win a $100 Kimball Jenkins Giftcard!

Whether you’re thinking about taking your first class or you’re already part of our community, this is a great opportunity to learn more about what we offer, ask questions, and see what’s happening in our studios.

See you there!

Poetry and Pie 2026Thank you to everyone for such a great event 🎤🥧
08/24/2026

Poetry and Pie 2026

Thank you to everyone for such a great event 🎤🥧

Tomorrow is the Percheron Poet’s Poetry & Pie event from 1-3 pm in the Carriage House. The poets will bake and bring the...
08/22/2026

Tomorrow is the Percheron Poet’s Poetry & Pie event from 1-3 pm in the Carriage House. The poets will bake and bring the pies to share! The afternoon begins with featured readings by the Percheron Poets, followed by an Open Mic.

This event is free, accessible, and held in partnership with the Poetry Society of New Hampshire and Kimball Jenkins.

And don’t forget to stop by before or after and visit the Jill C Wilson Gallery in the Mansion to view our latest exhibition, Art&Poetry: Dwelling Places, featuring more poetry from the Percheron Poets paired with art from local artists!

We hope to see you there 🥧✍️

Fall classes are right around the corner! Visit our website to register for your new favorite class today. From painting...
08/21/2026

Fall classes are right around the corner! Visit our website to register for your new favorite class today. From painting to drawing to ceramics, we have everything you need to get creative this autumn.

Can’t commit to a multi-week course? Be sure to visit our “one-day workshop” page under adult classes.

(📸 Photo Credit: Tony Attardo)

We are so happy to welcome Grace Walker to our Fall 2026 faculty! Grace will be teaching “Iphone Filmmaking”, an 8 week ...
08/20/2026

We are so happy to welcome Grace Walker to our Fall 2026 faculty! Grace will be teaching “Iphone Filmmaking”, an 8 week course that introduces students to filmmaking as an accessible form of artistic expression. Students will learn the basics of cinematography, editing, sound, narrative, and experimental film.

About Grace: Grace Walker is a filmmaker and photographer born and raised in the Concord area. She graduated from Amherst College with a degree in Film and Media Studies and has a particular interest in experimental, documentary, and low-budget films. She is excited to bring filmmaking to Kimball Jenkins in a way that is accessible and rewarding for everyone.

Welcome to the KJ family, Grace!

Address

266 N Main Street
Concord, NH
03301

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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