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Hearts All Whole*: Creating a Compassionate Community Workshops

Hearts All Whole*: Creating a Compassionate Community Workshops

Workshops with Robert Black will be held on four Thursdays in April starting this week! (Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24) 12–1:30pm. Each week’s class will be two 45-minute sessions.Session 1 (12–12:45pm) to be a lecture discussion with a guest speaker.Session 2 (12:45–1:30pm) will be a simple, 

The Vermont Palette Members’ Exhibition

The Vermont Palette Members’ Exhibition

Exhibition Dates: Apr. 11–May 22, 2025Location: The Chaffee Art Center, 16 South Main St., Rutland, VT Join us Apr. 26, 2025, from 2–4pm, for an opening reception exploring thevibrant works of the Vermont Pastel Society’s talented artists. The Vermont Pastel Society Presents: The Vermont Palette 

Benefit Concert at the Chaffee March 26 — CANCELLED

Benefit Concert at the Chaffee March 26 — CANCELLED

WEST RUTLAND MUSIC TEACHER PASSES FOLK MUSIC ON TO THE NEXT GENERATION “Folk music is timeless,” says West Rutland School music teacher Phil Henry. “I’m not surprised that it’s connecting with this younger generation.” West Rutland’s new ensemble, “Westside Roots” will present a concert, along 

Annual Student Exhibit — “An Artful Adventure”

Annual Student Exhibit — “An Artful Adventure”

The Chaffee Art Center, Your Center for Creativity, is proud to again showcase young artists in grades PreK–12th from Vermont schools and homeschoolers for our Annual Student Exhibit, “An Artful Adventure” We invite the community to the Opening Reception on Saturday, Mar. 8, 12–2pm. There 

It’s All About the Arts

It’s All About the Arts

Check out the latest edition of It’s All About the Arts. Thank you PegTV!

2025 Summer Camps

2025 Summer Camps

Explore the Arts this summer at the Chaffee Art Center! Get ready for a  fantastic summer filled with art, laughter, creativity and FUN!Can’t wait to see what these young aspiring artists create this year!Also be sure to check out our Youth Classes offered monthly. MUST 

Join us for a Music Event to benefit West Rutland High School Musical Department — CANCELLED

Join us for a Music Event to benefit West Rutland High School Musical Department — CANCELLED

Wedneday, Mar. 26Featuring Phil Henry and Mitch Barronwith West Rutland’s new acoustic folk ensemble, “Westside Roots”6:30–8:30pm

April Vacation Camp at the Chaffee

April Vacation Camp at the Chaffee

Discover the World of Mosaics Apr. 23–25Wed, Thur and Fri12–4pmAges 6–12$115Instructor: Karen WursterJoin Ms. Karen as she Introduces campers to paper and glass mosaics.Explore Free style abstract, Color-block design, and more!Must pre-register

Chaffee Annual Student Exhibit March 8–April 4

Just wanted to announce our Annual Student Exhibit dates for your planning purposes. Can’t believe we have been showcasing student art with a special Exhibit since the 1970s and it’s still happening today … thanks to all of you! 2025 Annual Student Exhibit“An Artful Adventure”March