January 30 - March 2: Inspired by a Song
Exhibit Dates: January 30 – March 2
Opening Reception: Friday, January 30 from 5 – 8 pm
Exhibit Description: In conjunction with HCAC’s Cool Jazz concert, the 2026 inaugural exhibit celebrates the powerful connection between music and visual art. Artists were invited to create works inspired by a song—any song, from any genre—that moves, motivates, or stirs emotion. From classical melodies to modern hits, this exhibition showcases how rhythm, lyrics, and sound can transform into visual expression.
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, January 15, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, February 19, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
March 4 - April 13: Little Hands, Big Imagination
Exhibit Dates: March 4 – April 13
Opening Reception: Friday, March 6 from 5 – 8 pm
Exhibit Description: Join us for a joyful exhibit of large-scale collaborative artwork created by elementary students across Haywood County. Each school contributes one piece, made with many little hands and big imagination. All works will be auctioned off to support each school’s art program. In celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday, we’re also partnering with the Friends of the Library for a children’s book exchange, so bring a book and take a new story home!
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, March 19, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, April 16, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
April 17 - June 1: Weird & Wacky
Exhibit Dates: April 17 – June 1
Opening Reception: Friday, April 17 from 5 – 8 pm
Exhibit Description: Step into the unexpected with Weird & Wacky, an exhibition that celebrates the unusual, the quirky, and the delightfully strange. From curious characters to imaginative scenes, each work challenges the ordinary and invites viewers to explore the fun, fantastical, and sometimes bizarre sides of creativity. Expect the unexpected and embrace the wonderfully weird!
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, May 21, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
June 3 - August 3: Threads
Exhibit Dates: June 3 – August 3
Opening Reception & Art After Dark: Friday, June 5 from 6 – 9 pm
Exhibit Description: Threads celebrates the beauty, creativity, and versatility of fiber art. From traditional weaving and embroidery to contemporary works inspired by textiles, this exhibition showcases how fibers, threads, and fabric inspire artistic expression. Each piece highlights texture, pattern, and the intricate craft that transforms simple materials into compelling art.
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, June 18, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, July 16, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
August 5 - 31: Don’t Be Square: Art Beyond Right Angles
Exhibit Dates: August 5 – 31
Opening Reception & Art After Dark: Friday, August 1 from 6 – 9 pm
Exhibit Description: Invites artists and viewers alike to think outside the box—literally! This exhibit celebrates creativity on canvas with a twist: not a single right angle in sight. From curves and circles to wild, unexpected edges, each piece challenges the traditional square or rectangular frame. Discover how artists bend, shape, and reshape the boundaries of canvas art in this joyful exploration of form and imagination.
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, August 20, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
September 2 - November 2: Go with the Flow
Exhibit Dates: September 2 – November 2
Opening Reception & Art After Dark: Friday, September 4 from 6 – 9 pm
Exhibit Description: Go with the Flow celebrates the beauty, power, and importance of Haywood County’s waterways. In partnership with Haywood Waterways, this exhibition invites artists to create works inspired by rivers, streams, and other bodies of water—both literally and metaphorically. From flowing currents to reflections on life’s journeys, the show highlights how waterways inspire creativity while raising awareness of the need to protect and conserve our local watershed.
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, September 17, from 5:30-7:00pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
Saturday, September 19 & Sunday, September 20, Haywood County Studio Tour:
Join us for the annual Haywood County Studio Tour—a free, self-guided event that invites you into the creative spaces of local artists across the county. Over the course of two days, explore a wide variety of studios tucked into both urban corners and scenic rural settings. Meet the artists, watch live demonstrations, and discover unique artwork available for purchase.
Whether you’re an art lover, a curious explorer, or simply looking for a creative weekend adventure, this tour offers something special for everyone!
Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, noon – 5 pm
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, October 15, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
November 4 - End of Year: Small Works 2026
Exhibit Dates: November 4 – End of Year
Opening Reception & Art After Dark: Friday, November 6 from 6 – 9 pm
Art After Dark: December 4 from 6 – 9 pm
Exhibit Description: It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Our annual, community-favorite Small Works exhibit celebrates creativity in a compact form. Featuring artwork 12×12 inches or smaller, as well as handcrafted ornaments, this show is perfect for gift-giving or adding a little joy to your own collection. Celebrate the season and discover the big impact of small art!
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, November 19, from 5:30-7:00pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
Kid’s Art Club, Thursday, December 17, from 5:30-7:00pm:
Kid’s Art Club builds basic art skills and confidence by offering a broad range of art experiences. Each session is centered on a different project; hence, different materials and tools will be explored. The basic flow is an intro, exploration (30 min), group/team challenge (30 min), and cleanup. Anything we do, everyone can do (modified as necessary). Ages 8+
HCAC’s Kids Art Club’s mission is to ignite and nurture creativity in the youth of Haywood County! Art is a fantastic outlet for problem-solving and self-expression!
Time & Date: Every third Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville, NC 28786
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