if you’re an artist with watercolor paints and a brush, you might be creating a masterpiece. Certainly, you will believe that is possible when you see this new exhibit. We
Have you seen that Iain Stewart, the brilliant and internationally known watercolorist, will be teaching here at The Kelly? The workshop is presented by Watercolor Society of Alabama on March
That was the recent high school exhibit, and if you missed it, you’ll be surprised at the marvelous talent it exposed! You can look at all the entries here on
If you’re an artist, you SHOULD be! The Kelly’s next open exhibit is coming in July, with entries due June 8. Are you ready for “Fantasy and Fiction”? If not,
Very few people will ever make a living off fine art. On the other hand, beautiful art pervades our culture, and most parents want to raise children who will appreciate
We have the best art center imaginable because of all the support we have from our wonderful founders, patrons and sponsors. We couldn’t do it without you!! From our h’art,
Despite sputtering rain, the crowds still showed up for the 2nd Wetumpka Wildlife Art Festival, sponsored this year by Region’s Bank and many other donors. Hundreds came all day for
…and the crowd was wild for the art. Several large canvases sold right away. The reception was packed. The food was delicious. And the big question is “Who and which
Director Jennifer Eifert was thrilled with the crowd of Art Starters last month. She loves the little ones and is delighted to get the pre-schoolers going on art-and-craft projects. The
Sometimes yes, sometimes no. When quilting is done with kits or with a traditional pattern, it should probably be considered a craft. However, when used as an integral part of
During the spring and summer months, Wetumpka holds a Community Market behind Company Street on the bank of the Coosa River. It’s every first Thursday of the month, April –
Thanks to The Kelly’s very generous sponsors, both large and small, the capital campaign fund for renovations has been climbing at a rapid pace. We still are a little short
That mean it’s ART TIME: TUESDAY with KELLY on March 21, our monthly lunch date! Listen to Cheryl’s story while you munch your sack lunch. She teaches adult and children’s
MARCH 23, 5:30-8 P.M Make note! Collectors and Collections III Exhibit Reception You have to be there to see it. No hints, no peeks, just BE THERE! You know you’re
On 4/6, of course! That mean April 6, 2023, in this case. The Art Associates of The Kelly are having a blow-out sale on 4″x6″ paintings—a huge array of small
Kelly Art Associates, take note! Well-known Wetumpka artist Linda Lee will talk about how to market art on social media. Linda has been very successful with her sales. On Thursday, March
Don some sparkles, save your appetite, and do NOT forget that Arti Gras is THIS coming Tuesday, February 21, 2023, 6-9 p.m. at the Penthouse Suite in the Wind Creek
Due to some unpleasant winter weather, including floods and the downing of trees, the reception for Chromatics was not terribly well attended. It’s a fascinating exhibit, however, so if you
If you didn’t join us on Sunday, February 18, 2-4, at the New Kelly’s renovation-in-process, you will be amazed at how wonderful the building is going to be. It is
The extremely popular Arti Gras is returning to the Wind Creek Casino/Hotel Penthouse on Tuesday, February 21. What is an ARTI GRAS? It’s an arty party on Mardi Gras to
You know, the KFMG or KGMF or KF? The name was always a mouthful to remember, so it was shortened to The Kelly, which officially stands for The Kelly Fitzpatrick
That pace is a quick pace! The Kelly’s “new” old building is located in the free-standing building to the left as you face Coaches Corner (or what locals know as
While Kelly members have heard of the very generous donations The Kelly has received, such as those from the Smoot-Harris family, Alabama Power, the Wind Creek Casino/Hotel and many others
The Kelly will be participating in Main Street’s “Galentine’s on Main” event—the ultimate girl’s day! Come to The Kelly during Galentines on February 4th to make a bracelet for you
Lots happening this season at The Kelly! To keep up, you can always open the event list (https://thekelly.org/events/), and don’t forget to check your email because we send reminders. The
Downtown will transform into a Dickens Victorian-era Christmas village, and you’re invited! The Wetumpka Chamber is collaborating with the City of Wetumpka and Main Street Wetumpka for this two-night community
The City of Wetumpka is heading their annual Christmas on the Coosa celebration with so many fun things to do. This will be the 50th annual Christmas on the Coosa,
Provisions Cheese and Wine will be heading up a huge two-day Oktoberfest in downtown Wetumpka. Starting each day at 4:00pm, there will be great food, music, shopping, and beverages to
The Kelly will be hosting Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce’s “Rise & Shining: Coffee & Conversation” this month. Free for Chamber members.
June Carpenter will be speaking on the 2nd Tuesday this month about Kelly Fitzpatrick, our own noted namesake artist. She lives quite near where he grew up, right in the
“Art has the role in education of helping children become like themselves instead of more like everyone else.” – Sydney Gurewitz Clemens Every first Thursday of the month, The Kelly
“Art has the role in education of helping children become like themselves instead of more like everyone else.” – Sydney Gurewitz Clemens Every first Thursday of the month, The Kelly
“Art has the role in education of helping children become like themselves instead of more like everyone else.” – Sydney Gurewitz Clemens Every first Thursday of the month, The Kelly
“Art has the role in education of helping children become like themselves instead of more like everyone else.” – Sydney Gurewitz Clemens Every first Thursday of the month, The Kelly
“Art has the role in education of helping children become like themselves instead of more like everyone else.” – Sydney Gurewitz Clemens Every first Thursday of the month, The Kelly
Main Street Wetumpka is organizing the annual Coosa Candy Crawl, benefitting the Elmore County Food Bank. And we at The Kelly are excited to be a part of it! Join
Please join us for the Alabama Plein Air Artists’ reception on Friday, September 16th from 5:00pm – 7:30pm. These artists will paint outside from Sept 15th until Sept 16th, and
As part of the “Art Gone Wild” exhibition at The Kelly, Alabama Plein Air Artists will be having a “paint out” with us from Thursday, September 15th until Saturday, September
Exhibition Dates: September 27, 2022 – November 19, 2022 Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday from 10:00am to 5:00pm Reception: Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm Alabama is rich
The River Rose is the charming shop next door to The Kelly Art Gallery on Company Street. Sharon Wilson, proprietor, formerly owned the Rose of Sharon in Montgomery, but she
We’re looking for artists and volunteers to help with the HUGE Wildlife Festival in November. Jennifer Eifert (our new Executive Director–did you see that post?) is looking for fabulous art
The Kelly is incredibly proud to announce its first annual Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival, presented by Smoot-Harris Family! The festival will include a series of educational classes, art exhibits, and
Yesterday, Garden & Gun wrote an article about Art Communities within the Southeast, and Wetumpka, Alabama was the first of their list! Wetumpka continues to make a name for itself
A series of educational classes, art exhibits, vendors and expert demos, with a signature festival event taking place in Historic Downtown Wetumpka on November 5th. Festival Offerings & Education Sporting
From September 27th until November 19th, The Kelly will present “Art Gone Wild”, an exhibition of artworks featuring and celebrating Alabama (and the South’s) wilds and wildlife. We will host
Mark your calendars for a big ribbon cutting in Historic Downtown Wetumpka at 4:30p Friday, September 30th at the Big Fish Sculpture in historic Downtown Wetumpka. Join elected officials, meet
Student Art and the Sylvia C. McConnell Scholarship Winner We invite you to our monthly lunch and learn program from 12:00pm – 1:00pm at the Kelly. Bring your lunch, and
Faces and Forms In Watercolors Meet the Artist: Clint Herring We invite you to our monthly lunch and learn program from 12:00pm – 1:00pm at the Kelly. Bring your lunch,
African Killer Beads and Brass Wraps We invite you to our monthly lunch and learn program from 12:00pm – 1:00pm at the Kelly. Bring your lunch, and we will provide
On August 12, a group of revelers gathered at The Kelly to celebrate Kelly Fitzpatrick’s 133rd birthday–any excuse for cake! Munching “Brazzi Bites” (Brazilian cheese puffs) and luscious strawberry cake,
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