C. William Gilchrist Museum of the Arts

C. William Gilchrist Museum of the Arts The museum emphasizes local and state history, showcases local artists, and offers various programs. Open April-December. Closed January - March

Save the Date for the 18th Annual Gilchrist Gala! 🤠✨This year, we’re trading tropical nights for western lights with Boo...
05/20/2026

Save the Date for the 18th Annual Gilchrist Gala! 🤠✨

This year, we’re trading tropical nights for western lights with Boots, Brims & Bubbly, an evening of art, music, celebration, and community at the C. William Gilchrist Gallery & Museum.

Join us for a lively western-inspired gala featuring artwork by celebrated regional artists, live music from Hot Sauce W***y, themed experiences, and more exciting surprises still to be announced.

From cowboy boots to sparkling bubbly, this year’s gala promises a night filled with creativity, connection, and unforgettable fun all in support of the arts and the continued growth of the Gilchrist.

Dust off your boots, grab your favorite hat, and mark your calendars now. More details, ticket information, and special announcements coming soon!

05/17/2026

Check out our newest show, featuring Casey Beal and James Barefoot 🪲

Our greeter is praying that you decide to join us for this evenings reception ![Made by featured artist Casey Beal]
05/16/2026

Our greeter is praying that you decide to join us for this evenings reception !

[Made by featured artist Casey Beal]

🎨 Today’s the day! 🌿Spend the day celebrating creativity in Cumberland at the Cumberland Living Arts Festival downtown f...
05/16/2026

🎨 Today’s the day! 🌿

Spend the day celebrating creativity in Cumberland at the Cumberland Living Arts Festival downtown featuring local artists, performers, makers, music, activities, and community connection throughout the city.

Then join us this evening at the C. William Gilchrist Gallery & Museum for the opening reception of artists Casey Beal and James Barefoot.

✨ Reception tonight from 5–7 PM
✨ Free & open to the public

This beautiful new exhibition explores the wonder of the natural world through intricate wildlife studies, Appalachian-inspired imagery, and sculptural insect forms created from reclaimed mechanical materials.

Make a full day of art, inspiration, and community — we hope to see you downtown and at the Gilchrist tonight!

05/15/2026

Heads up, we apologize for any inconvenience but we will be opening at 1:30pm today!

It’s Potomac Highlands United Way Day of Caring and our Volunteers from AHEC West and Family Crisis Resource Center are ...
05/15/2026

It’s Potomac Highlands United Way Day of Caring and our Volunteers from AHEC West and Family Crisis Resource Center are hard at work to freshen up the Gilchrist 🎉

The Gilchrist Museum is pleased to present a new exhibition featuring Casey Beal and James Barefoot opening tomorrow, Sa...
05/15/2026

The Gilchrist Museum is pleased to present a new exhibition featuring Casey Beal and James Barefoot opening tomorrow, Saturday, May 16th.

This thoughtful exhibition explores themes of nature, observation, transformation, and the hidden beauty woven throughout the natural world.

✨ Reception: 5–7 PM
✨ Free & open to the public

Make a full day of creativity by visiting the Cumberland Living Arts Festival downtown before joining us for the evening reception at the museum.

We hope to see you there!

✨ Nature, transformation, and imagination come together at the Gilchrist Museum this May.Join us for the opening recepti...
05/14/2026

✨ Nature, transformation, and imagination come together at the Gilchrist Museum this May.

Join us for the opening reception of a new exhibition featuring Casey Beal and James Barefoot on Saturday, May 16th from 5–7 PM.

James Barefoot’s sculptural insect assemblages blend found objects and mechanical elements into forms that feel both delicate and mythic, while Casey Beal’s layered works explore the beauty and complexity of Appalachian wildlife and plant life.

Spend the day enjoying the Cumberland Living Arts Festival downtown, then join us at the museum for an evening of art, conversation, and connection.

🎨 Free community event
đź“Ť C. William Gilchrist Gallery & Museum

🎨 Artists , we want to see what you’ve been creating!The Gilchrist Community Gallery Members Showcase is an opportunity ...
05/13/2026

🎨 Artists , we want to see what you’ve been creating!

The Gilchrist Community Gallery Members Showcase is an opportunity for local and regional artists to share their work inside the historic Gilchrist Museum while becoming part of a growing arts community.

Not a member yet? Now’s the perfect time to join.

✨ Membership supports the museum
✨ Members gain access to showcase opportunities
✨ Help us create a thriving creative community in Cumberland

Join + apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScc0rUdKJzbctE8x9y9L6ljhAcBSTITnfZUTkeUk4qSm3SbHA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=105817479100003867045

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with artists and creatives you know!

Join us on Saturday, May 16th for an evening celebrating creativity, connection, and the beauty of the natural world at ...
05/12/2026

Join us on Saturday, May 16th for an evening celebrating creativity, connection, and the beauty of the natural world at the C. William Gilchrist Gallery & Museum.

We’re excited to host the opening reception for artists Casey Beal and James Barefoot, whose work invites viewers into intricate, imaginative interpretations of nature.

From delicately detailed studies of insects, plants, and wildlife to sculptural forms built from reclaimed and mechanical materials, this exhibition explores themes of transformation, observation, and the hidden wonder within the natural world.

James Barefoot’s assemblage sculptures re-imagine insect forms through watch parts and found objects, creating pieces that feel both scientific and mythic. Casey Beal’s work blends biology and storytelling through layered media, highlighting the beauty and complexity of Appalachian flora and fauna.

Before the reception, we encourage you to spend the day downtown at the Cumberland Living Arts Festival, a vibrant, community-centered celebration featuring local artists, performers, and creatives across a wide range of disciplines, along with free activities and entertainment.
Make a day of it and experience the energy of the festival, then join us in the evening to slow down, connect, and take in this thoughtful and inspiring exhibition.
✨ Free and open to the public
✨ All are welcome

Address

104 Washington Street
Cumberland, MD
21502

Opening Hours

Friday 1pm - 4pm
Saturday 1pm - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+12405801070

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