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Check out our list of upcoming events at the Kelly. Come back to see what exhibits or events are coming up!

Alabama Wildlife Fine Arts Competition & Art Gone Wild Exhibitions

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

The “Alabama Wildlife Fine Arts Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” are our annual Wildlife Art Exhibitions every fall, and we celebrate the end of the art exhibition with our Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival! Enjoy wildlife art of all kinds, learn about these amazing Southeastern artists, and keep an eye out for our schedule of upcoming […]

Free
Paint Day

Paint Day with Alisa Beck

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Grab your art supplies, and join us for a communal paint day, organized by Alisa Beck! Change your scenery and join your fellow artists as you draw, paint, and create your latest works of art. You may come and go any time, and it's free to join in! You may also opt to have personalized […]

Free
Morning Sketch

Morning Sketch

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

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!

Free

Watercolor Methodology

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Join Tim Thomas in his full-day workshop working with the three triad color system. By learning how to utilize the three triad color system, students will learn how to create vibrant, balanced watercolor paintings! Cost:  $125 for Kelly members OR $150 for non-Kelly members Supplies Included Minimum of 5 and Maximum of 12 << Register […]

Watercolor Autumn Leaves Workshop

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Join us for a fun day of watercolor painting!  Never done watercolor before, or looking to have a great time with friends? Come make beautiful watercolor leaves that’s no pressure and all  fun! *  Maximum class size of 10 – Supplies included <<Register Here>>

$75
Art Start

Art Start

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

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!

Free
Morning Sketch

Morning Sketch

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

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!

Free
Tuesdays with Kelly

Tuesdays with Kelly

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

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!

Free
Kelly’s Kids Town

Kelly’s Kids Town

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Designed for school-age children, Kelly’s Kids Town is an arts-and-crafts program where we provide the supplies and activities at no charge. No pre-registration necessary, just join us every fourth Thursday of the month! Kids just need to bring to their imaginations and clothes they can get messy in!

Free
Morning Sketch

Morning Sketch

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

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!

Free

Basket Making with Kudzu Mama

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Students will make a free form basket made from whole and split kudzu vines. Some other locally harvested vines/flexible branches may be included for variety. All materials will be provided. Just bring your sense of adventure and creativity! *  Maximum class size of 8 – Supplies included <<Register Here>>

$85