Armstrong County Arts Council

09/04/2026

FORD CITY — Artists, community leaders, nonprofit representatives and art enthusiasts recently gathered at 10th Street Station in Ford City for an evening focused on creativity, collaboration and the possibilities

09/03/2026

Artist spotlight. Currently on display at Art of Healing is Manda Bearer, printmaking artist. Come and see her art displayed at the main lobby of ACMH Hospital daily during the working hours.

Manda Bear Art
Manda Bearer is a local printmaker and mixed media artist. Her work focuses on nature and whimsical folk designs. She’s self taught and does everything by hand in her tiny home studio, including carving rubber blocks to hand print t-shirts.

www.mandabearart.myshopify.com

*Art of Healing is an equal opportunity exhibition which is open to every artist in Armstrong County and beyond for participation. Applications open via Armstrogcountyartscouncil.org

08/26/2026

08/26/2026

Artists of southwestern Pennsylvania, applications are being accepted for the Pittsburgh Creative Corps. The deadline for the fall review period is Monday, September 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

Do you have questions about the application? Shiftworks is hosting a virtual information session via Zoom this Thursday, August 13, frm 10 - 11 AM. This is an opportunity to review the application process and bring your questions directly to Shiftworks staff. To register, please visit: https://shiftworkspgh.org/artist-opportunities/office-of-public-art-opportunities/pittsburgh-creative-corps-spring-review-2026/

Not sure if you're eligible? The Creative Corps is open to all artists living and working in southwestern Pennsylvania, including those in visual arts, literary, performance, and other forms of practice. Artists who identify as established public artists, early/mid-career artists, and artists whose practice is poised for an opportunity in the public realm, regardless of career level and who fulfill the review criteria are encouraged to apply.

08/19/2026

Artist spotlight. Currently on display at the Art of Healing is Willow McAfee, a young talented student artist.
Come and see her whimsical art displayed at the main lobby of ACMH Hospital daily during the working hours.

Willow McAfee, student artist.
Business Name: Kandi Kid Creations

“I am a 13 year old student at AHS who uses mixed media and recyclable items to make accessible art. I love making interactive, three dimensional dragons out of paper and cardboard. I currently own a small business called “Kandi Kid Creations” that sells beaded items and paper dragon puppets. I love dragons and my pet ball python, Noodle. I want to help inspire others to make art and to express themselves.”

*Art of Healing is an equal opportunity exhibition which is open to every artist in Armstrong County and beyond for participation. Applications open via Armstrogcountyartscouncil.org

08/17/2026

We are proud to be one of the many nonprofits in Armstrong County working together to improve our communities.

Thank you Armstrong County Community Foundation for being the beacon of light that helps guide us all.

08/05/2026

Mural Workshop

The Armstrong County Arts Council, in partnership with Shiftworks Community + Public Arts and Downtown Kittanning, Inc., invites area artists, community leaders, business owners, educators, municipal officials, students, and anyone interested in public art to attend our Mural Arts Community Workshop & Information Session.

Tuesday, August 25, 2026
6:00 p.m.
10th Street Station
301 10th Street, Ford City, PA

Nationally recognized Pittsburgh Creative Corps mural artist Max “GEMS” Gonzales will lead a hands-on workshop introducing participants to professional mural materials, water-based spray paint applications, and the “doodle grid” process used to transfer artwork onto large-scale walls.

We will also discuss future public art opportunities in Armstrong County and how local artists and community members can become involved.

The workshop is free, and no previous mural experience is necessary. Light refreshments will be provided.

This event was made possible through grant funding from the Armstrong County Community Foundation. We appreciate the Foundation’s continued investment in arts education and opportunities for our local artists.

Space is limited. Please RSVP by Saturday, August 22, by emailing [email protected]. Include the name and phone number of each person attending.

We hope you will join us for an evening of learning, conversation, and new possibilities for public art in Armstrong County!

Downtown Kittanning, Inc.
Shiftworkspgh
Armstrong County Community Foundation

Graphic designer: Maria Pos