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KY Artisan Center Presents: INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION OF SCRATCHBOARD ART

June 5, 2019 12:01 PM

Works by fifty-one members of the International Society of Scratchboard Artists are on display at the KY Artisan Center through July 31.

From the Earth - April Demonstrations Celebrate Earth Day

April 4, 2019 11:53 AM

New exhibits and exciting demonstrations by artists celebrate Earth Day throughout the month of April at the Kentucky Artisan Center.

Realism, Abstraction, Fantasy and Fun Kentucky Artisan Center Opens “Reveal” Exhibit

March 22, 2019 11:47 AM

The KY Artisan Center at Berea's exhibit "Reveal", showcases the work of Sabra L. Crockett, Damon Farmer, Felipe Molina and Robbie Mueller.

Kentucky Artisan Center Announces March Events

February 27, 2019 11:15 AM

The Kentucky Artisan Center announces new exhibits and demonstrations throughout March by talented artists.

Artisan Center Offers Workshop by Reclaimed Wood Artist Laura Petrovich-Cheney

January 31, 2019 11:58 AM

The Kentucky Artisan Center offers a workshop on Feb. 6, utilizing salvaged wood to create small wooden quilts.

Become a Bookworm - Richard Taylor Presents "All the King's Men" at Kentucky Artisan Center

September 19, 2018 2:52 PM

The Kentucky Artisan Center presents poet and author Richard Taylor discussing "All the King's Men" on Wednesday, Oct. 3, from 6 –8 pm.

Hot off the Press! August Brings Printmakers to Kentucky Artisan Center

July 31, 2018 12:21 PM

In August, the Kentucky Artisan Center brings three printmakers to demonstrate collograph prints, wood engraving and linoleum prints.

Crystal Anniversary - 15 Years - A Clear View of the Arts of Kentucky

July 9, 2018 10:40 AM

July 2018, marks the Kentucky Artisan Center’s 15th year as Kentucky’s premier showcase for the arts.

It’s Got Sparkle - May Demonstrations Celebrate Glass at Kentucky Artisan Center

May 8, 2018 1:10 PM

The Kentucky Artisan Center will feature glass demonstrations of sparkling ornaments and woodcarvings during the month of May.

Show & Tell – 15 Years (2003-2018) Demonstrating Artists Featured at Kentucky Artisan Center

April 14, 2018 3:06 PM

The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea announces a new exhibit to celebrate the Center’s 15th Anniversary in 2018.

Ray Papka: Juxtapositions - New Exhibit at Kentucky Artisan Center

May 8, 2018 11:31 AM

The Kentucky Artisan Center announces a new exhibit of works by Versailles artist Ray Papka.

It’s All Natural - April Demonstrations Celebrate Earth Day

March 23, 2018 11:43 AM

In recognition of Earth Day, the Kentucky Artisan Center will feature works made from natural materials during the month of April.

A Tisket, A Tasket - March Brings Baskets to Kentucky Artisan Center

February 20, 2018 3:04 PM

The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea will feature four different basket makers in the month of March. Come and choose a new Easter basket!

Kentucky Artisan Center Celebrates Photographer’s Work - Governor’s Award for the Arts Created by Mary S. Rezny

February 9, 2018 2:13 PM

The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea salutes photographer Mary S. Rezny as the creator of the Kentucky Governor’s Awards in the Arts.

Basketmaker Jennifer Zurick Receives Governor’s Award - Kentucky Artisan Center Celebrates Artist’s Achievement

February 3, 2018 10:16 AM

The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea celebrates Basketmaker Jennifer Zurick received a Governor’s Award in the Arts in Frankfort on Friday.

Stitched From the Heart - February Artisan Center Demonstrations Feature Textile Arts

January 27, 2018 3:10 PM

The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea will feature fiber and textile demonstrations stitched from the heart during the Valentine’s Day month.

Realism Meets the Abstract: Kentucky Artisan Center Opens Third "Reveal" Exhibit

January 5, 2018 9:37 AM

The Kentucky Artisan Center announces its third exhibit introducing two new artists in, “Reveal: David Stratton and Trent Altman.”

Berea's Got Talent - Kentucky Artisan Center Demonstrations Feature Berea Artists

January 2, 2018 5:03 PM

Berea is known for its wealth of talented artisans and January brings that talent to the Kentucky Artisan Center.

Santas, Holiday Music, Scratchboard, Books, Gourds and Painting - KY Artisan Center Celebrates the Holidays

November 24, 2017 3:19 PM

Come watch artists demonstrate, meet Kentucky authors, listen to Christmas music, and enjoy holiday shopping at the KY Artisan Center.

Artist Kathy Conroy Featured on KET’s “Kentucky Life” - Upcoming Demonstration at the Kentucky Artisan Center

November 18, 2017 1:15 PM

Kentucky artist Kathy Conroy of Pleasureville will be featured on KET’s program “Kentucky Life” which will air at 8 p.m. Nov. 18.

Exhibit Deadline at the Kentucky Artisan Center

November 14, 2017 5:11 PM

The deadline for Kentucky artists to submit entries for the exhibit "Reveal" at the Kentucky Artisan Center is Dec. 2, 2017.

Call for Entries for ‘Reveal’ Exhibit at Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea

October 11, 2017 4:48 PM

Kentucky artists who work in large two-dimensional formats are invited to submit entries for exhibit at the Kentucky Artisan Center.

‘Get Ready, Get Set: Multiples in Clay’ New Exhibit at Kentucky Artisan Center

October 11, 2017 4:30 PM

The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea has a new exhibit featuring sets and multiples by 29 Kentucky ceramic artists.

"Gone to Pot" - KY Artisan Center Features Ceramic Artists in September

August 29, 2017 11:11 AM

During the month of September the Kentucky Artisan Center will present demonstrations by five Kentucky ceramic artisans.

Kentucky Artisan Center: Call for Entries for Fall Exhibit - GET READY, GET SET: MULTIPLES IN CLAY

August 25, 2017 2:47 PM

The Kentucky Artisan Center invites Kentucky artisans to submit works for the exhibit “Get Ready, Get Set: Multiples in Clay” Oct 8-Feb. 24.

"Knock on Wood' - Center Features Wood Artists in August

July 28, 2017 12:56 PM

During August the Kentucky Artisan Center will present demonstrations by six Kentucky artisans who wood with wood in a variety of ways.

‘Agate: Jewel of Kentucky’ - New Exhibit at Kentucky Artisan Center

July 14, 2017 10:44 AM

The Kentucky Artisan Center has a new exhibit featuring a stone rarer than diamonds in, “Agate: Jewel of Kentucky."

Sand Sculpture Showcases Kentucky History to Travelers at KY Artisan Center

June 29, 2017 1:54 PM

Kentucky Artisans interpret the world – and the Kentucky Artisan Center's sand sculpture illustrates icons from Kentucky's 225 year history.

On Your Mark – Get Set – Print! - KY Artisan Center Features Printmaking Techniques in July

June 29, 2017 1:31 PM

During the month of July the Kentucky Artisan Center will present demonstrations by four Kentucky printmakers.