Hampshire County Arts Council
Supporting, celebrating, and connecting the arts across Hampshire County, West Virginia.
Explore current classes, public art exhibits, studio activities, music, literary arts, and community arts opportunities.
A Note About Summer Festivals
HCAC will not be holding the Hampshire Highlands Art & Music Festival this year.
Instead, we are working on separate, focused arts events throughout the year. We encourage everyone to enjoy the many wonderful festivals and celebrations happening across the region this summer.
Celebrate America 250
Join local artist Nancy Judd for a Colonial Decorating class on Saturday, June 6.
Current Highlights
Classes & Workshops
June offerings include decorative painting for America 250, tie-dyeing, and a paint brush class with Nancy Judd.
Space may be limited. Please visit the classes page for full details, dates, fees, and registration information.
Art in Public Places
HCAC’s Art in Public Places program brings local artwork into community spaces throughout Hampshire County.
Current and upcoming exhibits include works by Maggie Wolff Peterson and Nick Korolev at FNB Bank in Romney.
Studio Sessions
Interested in joining others to create art in our studio? HCAC studio sessions are informal opportunities to paint and work on projects with others.
Sessions are often planned last-minute. To be added to the notification list, email Dale.
Music, Art, Dance & More Nearby
Hampshire County has a lively arts community, including music, classes, jams, book clubs, gallery spaces, and events at local venues.
The Cat and the Fiddle
Old Time Jams, dances, classes, and student performances.
The River House
Concerts, writers club, photography club, Old Time Jams, Cacapon Riverfest, and more.
Hampshire County Co-op & Heritage Marketplace
First Friday Jam, Ukulele Club, classes, and a gallery of local artists’ work for sale.
Book Clubs & Literary Arts
Looking for something to read or a group to join? Local libraries and businesses host book clubs and summer reading opportunities.
- Hampshire County Public Library:
Visit on Facebook - Romney Brew Station Book Club:
View Book Club - Capon Bridge Public Library:
Visit on Facebook
Artist & Artisan Opportunities
Several regional festivals are seeking art vendors for summer 2026. HCAC is sharing these as informational opportunities for local artists and artisans.
- Summer Harvest Festival:
summerharvestfestival.com - WV Peach Festival:
wvpeachfest.com - Heritage Days Festival:
heritagedaysfestival.com
Stay Connected with HCAC
Join our email list, become a member, volunteer, or follow HCAC on Facebook for current arts news and opportunities.