| Art Shows and Exhibits
October 4-5
37th Annual Art in the Park
This juried fair, sponsored by the Huachuca Art Association, attracts artists from numerous states and often presents exciting new artists as well as returning favorites. Held in Veterans' Memorial Park in downtown Sierra Vista, the event is open 9-6 on Saturday and 9-4 on Sunday. Admission is free. Food and drink concessions available.
October 11-12
Bisbee Fiber Arts Festival
The Fiber Arts Festival will be held in Historic Old Bisbee. This juried show will present more than 30 artists’ works made from natural fibers such as wool, cotton, flax and paper. Get hands-on experience at workshops throughout the day. Vendors will be on hand with materials for artists, as will as finished products for the public. Vista Park in Old Bisbee. For information call (520) 642-3603.
Huachuca Art Association Gallery
3818 Astro Road, Hereford, AZ
The Huachuca Art Association is a non-profit association promoting art and artists for over 35 years. The HAA sponsors the annual Art in the Park Festival held in Veterans' Memorial Park in Sierra Vista each October.
Gallery & Studio Hours: New shows and workshops are featured each month. The HAA Gallery & Studio is open Thursdays through Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. To visit outside these hours contact Gallery Director, (520) 803-8981
The association's gallery has fine art that would make a great gift for any art lover. There is also a good selection of framable prints and cards. To visit the gallery take Highway 92 south from Sierra Vista. Astro Street is 3.7 miles south of Buffalo Soldier Trail. Turn right on Astro Street, go one-half block. The gallery is on the left.
The Huachuca Art Association also offers classes for individuals at many skill levels. Contact the gallery at 803-8981
Find out more about the association and see works by local artists at the HAA website
Ongoing
Amerind Museum
Between Benson and Willcox off Hwy. 10
The Amerind houses one of the finest private collections of Native American art and artifacts in the country. Exhibits tell the story of early peoples from the latest Ice Age to the present time. The Fulton-Hayden Memorial Art Gallery features works on western themes by artists including Frederic Remington, Harrison Begay, Oscar Borg, William Leigh, and Andy Tsihnahjinnie. The museum store offers crafts, artwork, and books. Open 10-4 seven days a week from October 1 to May 30. Open 10-4 Wednesday through Sunday from June 1 to September 30.
For information call (520)586-3666 or visit the Amerind website.
Henry Hauser Museum
Learn more about the history of Sierra Vista at the Henry Hauser Museum in the Ethel Berger Center, Sierra Vista. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9 - 5, Saturdays (October-March), 10 - 2. (520) 417-6980.
The Hauser Museum often exhibits work by local artists, displays vary.
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