Lowell Arts

09/04/2026

The classroom has been taken over! Getting ready for Fallasburg (just 15 days away btw!) We hope you're getting exited for the festival - our staff is working hard to pull all the pieces together!

09/02/2026

One of the more exciting parts working near a gorgeous ecosystem like the Flat River is sometimes we get unexpected guests!

This little guy was chilling on our ramp this morning - probably from having trekked all the way to our building over night. So Laurel put on some gloves and took the little dude back to a more familiar spot near the river.

Our little turtle, nicknamed Arty for those precious 2 minutes, was very squirmy as he was taken across the parking lot, but as soon as the river was only a few steps away, Arty calmed, posed for a quick photo op (a true professional), and was happy to be sent on his merry way!

09/01/2026

These murals have been in the works for about a whole year now! We are beyond excited to see public art finally come to life in our beautiful town!

Thank you Lowell's First Look for the article 😄

The Muralocity project is underway, and we caught up with two artists who are transforming buildings in Lowell.

08/27/2026

We are about 1 month away from the festival!🪡🎫 The Annual Fallasburg Arts Festival Quilt Raffle is here and we've got tons of ways for you to get your tickets! Grand prize quilt made by Sue Clements

3 for $5 / 10 for $10 / 25 for $20
1️⃣ Online → lowellarts.org/fallasburg-arts-festival/raffle
2️⃣ In-person @ Lowell Arts (223 W Main St)
3️⃣ By phone → 616-897-8545

Presence not required to win! Over 75 additional artist-made raffle prizes donated by festival artists will be displayed at the Fallasburg Arts Festival.

08/26/2026

🖼Current Gallery Exhibition🖼 Against the Grain | July 25–Oct 3
NEW Gallery Hours: Tue-Sat, 10am-5pm
→ lowellarts.org/gallery-exhibits/against-the-grain

What happens when artists refuse to follow the rules of their craft? Against the Grain brings together seven artists who take familiar materials in surprising new directions. Visitors will encounter contemporary quilts, tapestry and weaving, sculptural wood, relief carvings, woven sculptural forms, and monotype prints, each one pushing past what these materials are "supposed" to do.

08/25/2026

Meet the cast of "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)" by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, & Jess Winfield 🎭
October 16, 17, 18 & 23, 24, 25
Details: lowellarts.org/theatre-performances/complete-works-shakespeare

The cultural touchstone that is The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) was born when three inspired, charismatic comics, having honed their pass-the-hat act at Renaissance fairs, premiered their preposterous masterwork at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 1987. Featured are all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays, meant to be performed in 97 minutes, by three actors. Fast paced, witty, and physical, it’s full of laughter for Shakespeare lovers and haters alike.

08/24/2026

Have you been tracking the progress at the mural sites?🫟 Artists are out and painting! So grateful for their talent and time. We can't wait to see the finished product!

08/22/2026

Rob Freund, current board chair and long-time theatre ambassador, was the recipient of the 2026 Arty Award!

The Arty Award is a cherished tradition honoring a Lowell Arts volunteer for their exceptional service. The recipient keeps the award for one year, adds something meaningful to it, then passes it on to the next honoree. The 2025 Arty Award recipient was Sharon Oleniczak.

Rob is a dedicated volunteer. His contributions have been notably impactful and meaningful over the years, providing steady leadership and a strong, positive presence for the Lowell Arts staff and board. He gracefully manages to challenge and encourage at the same time.

Congratulations, Rob, and thank you for your steady leadership and generous spirit. We can't wait to see what you add to the award before it finds its way to next year's honoree.

08/20/2026

Songwriter's Workshop Weekend 🎶 Oct 23-25
→ lowellarts.org/music-concerts/songwriters-workshop
Workshop Fee: $100. Preregistration required to participate.

With hosts Josh Rose, Sammie Hershock, and Nicholas James Thomasma, this three-day songwriting event is geared towards beginner and seasoned musicians who wish to converse and collaborate with other songwriters. The weekend will end with a public performance at Sound Check.

The weekend features three one-hour workshops from each instructor, ample work time, light snacks, and a taping of the final performance for the participants. Also at the performance, a panel of judges will award three prizes for a light-hearted songwriting competition.

All ages welcome. Individuals under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Dates & Times:
Friday, October 23, 6:00-9:00pm
Saturday, October 24, 9:00am-3:00pm (lunch not provided)
* Saturday, October 24, 6:00pm-9:00pm | Open Mic at Hop Hog of Lowell (2nd Floor Conference Room - food provided)
Sunday, October 25, 3:00pm-6:00pm | Performance

Event Sponsors: Hop Hog Lowell, Chimera Design, & Upstairs, Man Studios