Exhibition Change
2025-05-16 - 2025-05-29 | AL
Pardon us as we change to the next exhibition! Thank you so much for your patience and understanding. See you soon!

Art Start
2025-05-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-18 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Art Start is a Kelly’s Kids arts-and-crafts program designed for pre-school children. We provide the supplies at no charge. No need to pre-register, just have your kiddos bring their imaginations!

Morning Sketch
2025-05-23 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-05-30 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-06 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-13 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-20 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-27 10:00 - 13:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Every Friday, we invite everyone and anyone to come “sketch” in the gallery and on the porch! New and experienced artists (or authors or craftsmen) alike can pull up a chair, sit on the porch, and indulge in the arts. Enjoy fellow artists’ company, enjoy the view, and come sketch with us!

"Rim of the Pacific" Art Exhibition
2025-05-30 - 2025-07-26 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
It is a vast world out there, and The Kelly invites you to explore the other side in our “Rim of the Pacific” art exhibition. Navigate the boundless Pacific Ocean as interpreted by our Alabamian artists.

"Art of Service" Artist Applications Due Today
2025-06-01 | AL
Applications to apply for “The Art of Service” are due TODAY!
The Kelly is honored to collaborate with The Air University Academic Services to host the second annual “Art of Service” art show in 2025. We invite submissions that reflect the Airforce’s new tagline; “Innovate, Accelerate, and Thrive”. We seek artworks that emphasize Air Force technologies (“innovate”), aircraft (“accelerate”), and servicemembers and their families (“thrive”). Artists are encouraged to create works that illustrate buildings and monuments, vehicles and aircraft, as well as depict the lives of airmen and their family activities associated with Maxwell AFB and Air Force units in Montgomery, Alabama.

Opening Reception for "Rim of the Pacific"
2025-06-05 17:00 - 19:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Join us for our opening art reception for “Rim of the Pacific”. It is a vast world out there, and The Kelly invites you to explore the other side in our “Rim of the Pacific” art exhibition. Navigate the boundless Pacific Ocean as interpreted by our Alabamian artists with snacks, drinks, great conversation, and the wonderful artworks!

"Paint Wetumpka" - A Plein Air Event
2025-06-06 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Historic Downtown Wetumpka, East Bridge Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092, United States
You’re invited to join the Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts in Wetumpka on Friday, June 6th and June 13th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for “Paint Wetumpka” – A Plein Air Event. Artists from across the River Region and beyond are welcome to come and paint the picturesque scenes of historic downtown Wetumpka and its surrounding natural beauty. Participation is FREE, and all are welcome. Each morning, artists are encouraged to check in at the Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, where light refreshments and restrooms will be available. The Center will serve as a home base throughout the event. Mark your calendars and bring your easels to “Paint Wetumpka”—a celebration of creativity, community, and the timeless beauty of painting en plein air.

(RESCHEDULED) Tiger Eye Bracelet Workshop
2025-06-07 10:00 - 12:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
RESCHEDULED to June 28th, 10:00am to 12:00pm. << See Details Here >>
Join African Killer Bead’s Marilyn Winborn and learn how to craft a Tiger Eye bracelet. This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced crafters. Create a unique bracelet with a semi-precious stone.

Recommended Skill Level: Beginner (Any)
Cost: $45 per person. All supplies and use of tools are provided.
Class Size: Minimum 2 – Maximum of 10

<<Register Here>>

(RESCHEDULED) Wire-Wrapped Seashell Necklace Workshop
2025-06-07 13:00 - 15:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
RESCHEDULED to June 28th, 1:00pm to 3:00pm. << See Details Here >>
Join African Killer Bead’s Marilyn Winborn for a class on the craft of wire-wrapped seashell necklaces. This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced crafters. Create a unique necklace by learning to accurately size, measure, and wire wrap.

Recommended Skill Level: Beginner (Any)
Cost: $50 per person. All supplies and use of tools are provided.
Class Size: Minimum 2 – Maximum of 10

<<Register Here>>

Gelli Printing Workshop: Intro to Gelli Printing & Texture Techniques
2025-06-14 09:00 - 12:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Discover the magic of Gelli Art, a playful and accessible form of printmaking that uses a soft, reusable gel plate to create vibrant monoprints without a press. With layers of color, texture, and pattern, Gelli printing is a joyful way to explore your creativity and build dynamic artwork, whether you’re new to art or an experienced maker. This is one session in a four-part series that focuses on a different technique, allowing you to experiment and grow your skills. Come to one class or join them all, each session stands alone, and all materials are provided.
Space is limited — sign up early to reserve your spot for this fun, hands-on series that celebrates spontaneity, color, and creativity!

For ages 14 and up
Recommended Skill Level: Beginner (Any)
Cost: $35 per person – supplies included
Class Size: Minimum 4 – Maximum of 12

<<Register Here>>
Interested in Kelly member discounts on classes? Membership only starts at $50 a year!

Tuesdays with Kelly
2025-06-17 12:00 - 13:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Join us for our monthly lunch and learn program from noon until 1:00pm at The Kelly. Learn more about this month’s program at https://thekelly.org/twk/
Bring your lunch, and The Kelly will provide drinks and a dessert. We hope to see you there!

Tiger Eye Bracelet Workshop
2025-06-28 10:00 - 12:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Join African Killer Bead’s Marilyn Winborn and learn how to craft a Tiger Eye bracelet. This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced crafters. Create a unique bracelet with a semi-precious stone.

Recommended Skill Level: Beginner (Any)
Cost: $45 per person. All supplies and use of tools are provided.
Class Size: Minimum 2 – Maximum of 10

<<Register Here>>

Wire-Wrapped Seashell Necklace Workshop
2025-06-28 13:00 - 15:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Join African Killer Bead’s Marilyn Winborn for a class on the craft of wire-wrapped seashell necklaces. This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced crafters. Create a unique necklace by learning to accurately size, measure, and wire wrap.

Recommended Skill Level: Beginner (Any)
Cost: $50 per person. All supplies and use of tools are provided.
Class Size: Minimum 2 – Maximum of 10

<<Register Here>>

Kelly’s Kids Artistic Adventures
2025-07-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Join us this summer for art-filled summertime activities! Thanks to the generosity of Central Alabama Community Foundation, the Kelly is able to hold a month full of art activities, Kelly’s Kids Artistic Adventures, for the children of the River Region area. We are excited to kick off Kelly’s Kids Artistic Adventure with a multitude of classes held such as Art “Fun”damentals, nature exploration, Lego construction, and digital art creation.
Kelly’s Kids Artistic Adventure will be broken up into four weeks, each week focusing on a different age group. The first week is free, while the remainder cost $25 for an entire week of classes. If you would like to sign your child up for this summer camp, please:
<< Pre-Register Here >>

CLOSED for the Holiday
2025-07-04 - 2025-07-05 | AL
Happy Fourth of July to everyone! We will be closed for the holiday weekend, and thank you for your understanding!

Figure Drawing
2025-07-07 13:00 - 16:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Come learn the fundamentals of figure and form with Professor Tony Veronese at The Kelly! Limited easels available so please bring your own if you have one.

Cost: $40 per person
Supplies provided: Drawing paper, charcoal pencils, kneaded erasers. Please feel free to bring additional supplies or other mediums, if you’d like.
A live model is provided
Class Limit: Minimum of 4 and Maximum of 12

<<Register Here>>
NO PHOTOGRAPHY ALLOWED. We would like to maintain our model’s privacy

Beginner Drawing Class (3 Day Series)
2025-07-08 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-09 13:00 - 16:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
** TO BE RESCHEDULED **
AUM art professor Tony Veronese will teach a three day workshop for beginner drawing at The Kelly! Whether you are just starting out and curious or you need to brush up on the fundamentals, join Professor Veronese as part of your artistic journey. Drawing from nature and observation, attendees will learn to use graphite pencils and charcoal as a drawing medium. Emphasis will be placed on the act of drawing, specifically gesture, value-building, and mark-making. Limited easels available so please bring your own if you have one.

Recommended Skill Level: Beginner (Any)
Cost: $100 for Kelly members OR $125 for Non-members for three class sessions
Supplies included: Paper and drawing materials
Class limit: Minimum of 4 and Maximum of 15

<<Register Here>>
Interested in Kelly member discounts on classes? Membership only starts at $50 a year!

Art of Service Coffee Reception
2025-07-10 07:00 - 09:00 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Come join The Kelly in enjoying some art and coffee! This month, we will be holding a free coffee reception at the Kelly for the Art of Service exhibition happening at the Air University Library. We will have breakfast snacks, a coffee bar, a digital preview of the exhibition, and great conversation!
The Kelly is honored to collaborate with The Air University Academic Services to host the second annual “Art of Service” art show in 2025. This year, local artists reflect on the Air Force’s new tagline; “Innovate, Accelerate, and Thrive”. Within brush strokes and camera lens, artists emphasize life within the Air Force through Air Force technologies (“innovate”), aircraft (“accelerate”), and service members and their families (“thrive”).
