Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center

Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center AHACC stimulates interest & appreciation of visual arts in Alleghany Highlands.
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A location to see quality art exhibits, take art classes, and for juried artists to display & sell their work. At the Arts Center, we offer new exhibits every 6-8 weeks, various classes, and shopping for quality handmade items by over 290 regional artists.

Lhasa decided to hang out here at the art center while her mom shopped at Ace Hardware. Lhasa knows this is a cool plac...
05/30/2026

Lhasa decided to hang out here at the art center while her mom shopped at Ace Hardware. Lhasa knows this is a cool place to be.

Join us this Friday for a patriotic kids' craft! Children are invited to create paper eagles with the help of Center vol...
05/27/2026

Join us this Friday for a patriotic kids' craft! Children are invited to create paper eagles with the help of Center volunteers. Celebrate the first Friday in the Forge of the year and VA 250 May 29, 6-9 pm!

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country.As we spend time ...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country.

As we spend time with family, friends, and community this holiday weekend, we are grateful for the sacrifices that have made those moments possible.

Wishing everyone in the Alleghany Highlands a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

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Featured art:
Eagle photo: Charlie Smith
Red heart ornaments: Serendipity Basketery (Karen Brown)
Uncle Sam needle felted wool figure: Karen Shapcott
Love the USA barn quilt: Caribou Barn Quilts (Pam Hirt)
Stained glass star: Margaret Carroll
Red suede journal: Retta Blankenship
Plantable wildflowers: Wild Oaks Studio (Jennifer Galvin)
Blue quilted mug rug & Little wallet with stars: The Whistle Stop Gift Shop (Gerry Mosier)

05/24/2026

Calling all artists, makers, and creative treasure hunters 🎨

Stop by the Alleghany Highlands Arts & Crafts Center during Friday in the Forge this Friday 6-9 pm for our Porch Sale! Discover a variety of art supplies, creative materials, and unique finds looking for a new home. It’s a great chance to stock up on supplies, spark a new project, and support community arts at the same time.

We hope to see you there!

Sculptor Michael Hough's "Masks And Heavy Metal" exhibition is in the Art Center Gallery through Friday, June 12, 2026. ...
05/23/2026

Sculptor Michael Hough's "Masks And Heavy Metal" exhibition is in the Art Center Gallery through Friday, June 12, 2026. Join us for an artist's reception Tuesday, May 26 from 4:00-6:00 pm!

Spread Your Wings and Paint!Join us for a painting adventure with renowned local artist, Barbara Rowe of Lexington, Virg...
05/21/2026

Spread Your Wings and Paint!
Join us for a painting adventure with renowned local artist, Barbara Rowe of Lexington, Virginia.

This small class ensures plenty of one-on-one guidance, encouragement, and maybe even a few happy little accidents along the way.
What to Expect:
*Step-by-step instructions with a tough of magic
*A relaxed, laughter-filled atmosphere
* Your very own bald eagle masterpiece to take home.
Whether you are a seasoned painter or someone who thinks sticks figures are a stretch, this class is for you.

Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Cost: $60.00 (All the inspiration you can handled included)
Only 8 spots available.

Call 540-862-4447 to register or go to highlandsartsandcraft.org to sign up.

Thank you, Alleghany Highlands. ❤️We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported the Alleghany Highlands Arts and ...
05/21/2026

Thank you, Alleghany Highlands. ❤️

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported the Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center during Give Local Alleghany Highlands! We're also very thankful to The Alleghany Foundation and The Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce & Tourism for hosting yet another fabulous day of giving in our community!

Whether you made a donation, shared a post, encouraged a friend, or simply cheered us on, thank you for supporting the future of community arts in Clifton Forge and throughout the Highlands.

05/19/2026

It’s almost Power Hour time again! 🎨

From 3–4 PM, the Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center is competing for additional Give Local funding based on donor participation.

Every single donation — large or small — helps strengthen arts accessibility, creativity, and community connection here in the Highlands.

If the Arts Center has inspired you, welcomed you, taught you something new, or introduced you to local artists, we hope you’ll consider supporting us during this special hour of giving!
https://www.givelocalah.org/organization/Alleghany-Highlands-Arts-And-Crafts-Center

Our first Give Local Power Hour starts NOW! ☀️From 8–9 AM, the Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center is competing f...
05/19/2026

Our first Give Local Power Hour starts NOW! ☀️

From 8–9 AM, the Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center is competing for additional Give Local prize funding — and every donor helps increase our chances.

If you’ve been thinking about making a gift to support community arts, now is the perfect time to help your donation go even further.

Your support helps us continue creating welcoming spaces for exhibits, classes, camps, workshops, and local artists throughout the Highlands.
https://www.givelocalah.org/organization/Alleghany-Highlands-Arts-And-Crafts-Center

Address

439 E. Ridgeway Street
Clifton Forge, VA
24422

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15408624447

Website

http://www.highlandsartsandcraft.or

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