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Welcome to the Shenandoah Arts Council! Our motto: “Bringing the arts to the people and the people to the arts.” As an arts service organization, the Council supports and promotes the diverse and vibrant artists and arts organizations in our community. Our service area covers the city of Winchester, the surrounding counties of Frederick, Clarke, Warren and Shenandoah in Virginia; as well as adjacent counties in both West Virginia and Maryland.

The Council, located at 811 S. Loudoun Street in Winchester, VA, also owns and operates an arts facility which encompasses three different galleries. The Council offers rotating exhibitions as well as artistic performances, classes, and special events. 

The galleries are free and open to the public. Our hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 1 – 5 pm.

Current Exhibition:

Don Black Retrospective
Paintings from 1985 - Present
May 9 - June 5, 2009
Opening reception: May 9 from 6 – 9 pm

Black started in oils in 1985 but soon became fascinated by the medium of watercolor. Dealing with elements of composition and color while responding to the inspiring - but challenging - whims of the medium itself has lead to a delightful series of abstract and abstract impressionistic paintings. This event sponsored by Ponte Vecchio Living and GNJ Advisors, LLC.

Upcoming Exhibitions:

Council Members' Show
September 2009

Linda Volrath, oil, equestrian and still-life solo show
October 2009

Juried Art Show to benefit First Night Winchester
November 2009