This virtual event is themed around our Orange Art Exhibition and funds raised will support future programming for the Bower. This fun and interactive event will provide all participants with everything they need to create a work of art safely from their home!

This exhibit has historically seen artworks in numerous media- painting, drawing, print-making, collage, photography, sculpture, mosaics, fiber art, fabric, stained and fused glass, and more. We invite you to visit this exciting national exhibit in its 8th year online or in person. FREE admission.

Guided tastings of 5 Select Trios

Award-winning Virginia playwright Dwayne Yancey presents the story of three international students who find themselves snowbound in an American airport, unable to get home for Christmas.

Immigration Exhibition Opens, Gallery Talk with Suzanne Paddock Shop: Winter Gifts

Free photobooth and trick-or-treat walkthrough, sponsored by Bank of the James

The real, true blues with a booming voice and powerful slide guitar work...

Multiple Dates and times: click MORE for full details

Open Special Hours 5-8pm in collaboration with 2nd Fridays in Bedford THIS IS OUR SERVICE: American Vets Make Art

A Welcoming Listening Room

Free & Open to the Public: Presentation and Discussion The Art of the Movie Poster/Virginians in Hollywood

Free Admission - indoor handmade market featuring live music, brunch, mimosas, and kids' activities.

Free and open to the public

Free and Open to the Public All Skill Levels Welcome

Eclectic, immersive and mesmerizing; International acclaimed guitarist and songwriter Hiroya Tsukamoto takes us on an innovative, impressionistic journey filled with earthy, organic soundscapes that impart a mood of peace and tranquility.

Monthly listening room for musicians and poets Originals and Covers welcome

CANCELED Shopping sales, artist demonstrations, live music and more presented by a collaborative creative community.

monthly drop-in art experiences for kids and adults

A community-building initiative to install a movie theater at Bower Center for the Arts!

Free & Open to the Public: Presentation and Discussion The Art of the Movie Poster/Virginians in Hollywood

A collaborative community of musicians and poets. OPEN MIC- 3rd Thursday of every month, 7-9 pm OPEN JAM- 2nd Sunday of every month, 2-4 pm

Special open gallery hours in conjunction with art-happenings throughout Bedford

Focusing on quality sound and entertaining performance, New Standard Bluegrass keeps bluegrass music alive for our generation and future generations to enjoy.

music and poetry open mic

Free! Original works written by local playwrights to be performed one night only!

A collaborative night of art-happenings throughout Bedford, VA!

A trio of local Bedford musicians who perform an eclectic mix of American folk music.

Local songwriters Caroline Guske, Josh Sosin, catherine the great

A toe-tapping wholesome night of bluegrass, country, and gospel by the Little Mountain Boys!

Meet your instructor, Catherine Backus, and spend 4 weeks in a workshop that will provide the tools and the feedback you need to improve your songwriting and performance skills. Discover what makes the best songs so great, learn to be your own editor and learn to be the best YOU!

A toe-tapping wholesome night of bluegrass, country, and gospel by the Little Mountain Boys!

Love the musical Hamilton? Know the songs? Or just like to sing? Join us at the Bower Center for the Arts for "Hamiltunes", a sing-a-long of songs from the Tony Award winning musical! *Tickets are Free*

June 11th-22nd, Monday-Friday 2 pm - 5 pm Rising 8th - 12th Graders In 24 hours over the course of 2 weeks, students will write, rehearse, and perform their own productions!

June 4-8 8:30am-12:30pm Ages 9-13 For one week only, two worlds collide for Comic Book Mosaics Camp! Create your own comic and a mosaic cartoon stepping stone. POW!

Learn the basics of crochet!

Learn the basics of crochet!

Eclectic, immersive and mesmerizing; International acclaimed guitarist and songwriter Hiroya Tsukamoto takes us on an innovative, impressionistic journey filled with earthy, organic soundscapes that impart a mood of peace and tranquility.

From Roanoke, VA, Lenny Marcus Trio has headlined at globally recognized Jazz places like Blues Alley, the vaunted Washington, D.C., jazz and supper club.

Mimosas, brunch and live music awaits you at this exquisite Urban Indoor Makers Market This event is free and open to the public.

Upcycle thrift store finds, or refashion your own wardrobe into something new with guidance from a master seamstress.

Students ages 8-12 will be introduced to basic techniques and foundations for drawing.

Yoga helps ripple wonderfulness into the world! For 4th and 5th graders.

Meet Eleanor Roosevelt, as portrayed in a one-woman show by actress Jane Van Boskirk. The show is sponsored by Bedford Professional Women.

After-school improv workshop for 6th-8th graders -- practice by playing!

Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm. Calm your mind and settle your body with mindfulness meditation, mantra meditations, guided imagery, yoga nidra and more.

Meet your instructor, Catherine Backus, and spend 4 weeks in a workshop that will provide the tools and the feedback you need to improve your songwriting and performance skills. Discover what makes the best songs so great, learn to be your own editor and learn to be the best YOU!

Children are invited to join in the joy of dance as they learn the fundamentals of ballet in a fun, encouraging atmosphere. This class is designed for 4-6 year olds and will run Wednesdays from 12:30pm-1:15pm.

Learning how to observe is one of the most critical skills you can acquire when learning to draw. Join Suzanne as she steps you through the drawing process.

A rare and exciting experience to learn from and jam with national acclaimed Blues guitarist Eli Cook.

Learn the basics of mosaic design, the different materials used, several methods of construction, cutting glass and porcelain tiles, and explore options for various type projects. Complete one mosaic and possibly a second, depending on size and complexity of design.

Learn oil painting basics, the Cezanne method, what colors to mix, and learn a few tricks as well!

Virginia native blues and folk singer-songwriter Elizabeth Wise performs a variety of styles including her original compositions and arrangements, and updates old classics with funky folk overtones while her smooth vocals run the gamut from soothing to tearing down the bar.