Arts Center East

Arts Center East Arts Center East is home to a rich artistic community. The heart of the arts, east of the river. We are the heart of the arts east of the river. Join us today!

A place where artists and artisans from across the state and beyond exhibit and sell their work through juried shows, member exhibits and artisan fairs. We are a place where visual artists from across the state and beyond exhibit and sell their work through juried shows and member exhibits. Unique creations of pottery, jewelry, wood crafts, and other gifts made by local artisans fill our artisan c

raft fairs. Musical and theatrical performances delight audiences of all ages, and our classrooms are pulsing with the joy of artistic discovery. Arts Center East’s mission is to advance the arts for everyone through education, exhibits, events, and performances. You can help support Arts Center East’s mission to enrich lives and enhance economic development East of the River through education, events, exhibits, and performances. Arts Center East hosts numerous exhibits, special events including receptions, children’s programs, paint nights, gallery tours, and music, dance, puppetry, and theater performances. We continue to offer classes for children and adults in drawing, acrylic, watercolor and pastel painting, music, photography, and writing. All are welcome to enjoy the innovative exhibits, educational programming, performances, and events offered at Arts Center East.

Our galleries and gift shop are open Thursday to Saturday from 1-5 pm. Handmade goods from regional artists in our gift ...
09/03/2026

Our galleries and gift shop are open Thursday to Saturday from 1-5 pm. Handmade goods from regional artists in our gift shop. Two exhibits on two floors in our galleries!

09/03/2026

Artists & Makers: Holiday Expo 2026 is calling!

Ready to share your handmade work with holiday shoppers? Apply for Holiday Expo 2026 at Guilford Art Center!

We’re looking for talented artists and makers creating original, handcrafted work in a wide range of media - from ceramics, woodworking, glass and jewelry to textiles, fiber arts, leather, candles, stationery, home goods, personal care and more.

Apply now and be part of Holiday Expo 2026!

09/03/2026

📅 Season Announcement!

Mark your calendars for The Vernon Chorale's 2026-2027 concert season; this year, we are excited to present FOUR performances! Concert details can be found at vernonchorale.org. Follow us for updates throughout the season!

Thank you Stop & Shop for adding us to their Community Bag Program for September! Some proceeds from reusable bag purcha...
09/01/2026

Thank you Stop & Shop for adding us to their Community Bag Program for September! Some proceeds from reusable bag purchases at the Rockville, CT location will benefit Arts Center East.

Submission deadline approaching! Call for Art for our upcoming Fiber Exhibit. Deadline Sept 4. Application info on our ...
08/26/2026

Submission deadline approaching! Call for Art for our upcoming Fiber Exhibit. Deadline Sept 4. Application info on our website.

New workshop! Build your own Soft Cover Journal with Anita Gangi Balkun on Sept 22. Registration online artscentereast.o...
08/24/2026

New workshop! Build your own Soft Cover Journal with Anita Gangi Balkun on Sept 22. Registration online artscentereast.org

THANK YOU to everyone that joined us for our awards receptions today! See both of these wonderful exhibits though Septem...
08/22/2026

THANK YOU to everyone that joined us for our awards receptions today! See both of these wonderful exhibits though September 12, and congratulations again to the award winners!

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709 Hartford Tpke
Vernon, CT
06066

Opening Hours

Thursday 1pm - 5pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm
Saturday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+18608718222

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