Our Mission
The Bay School Community Arts Center is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide people of all ages and abilities opportunities to learn, experience, and appreciate the arts. Through excellence and diversity in classes, exhibits, lectures, and performances, The Bay School is a gathering place for all.
Our Year-End Fundraising Drive Was a Great Success Thanks to YOU!
$23,940 total was raised by midnight December 31, 2024! All proceeds go to our OpenArts After School Program. We are deeply grateful to all who donated funds and continue to support our organization and its programs. Thank you!
Crafted in Clay: Jan 17-Feb 1
Come by the Art Speaks Gallery for some great deals on a variety of ceramics!
Vote for Your Favorites!
Virginia Living's Best of Virginia 2025 Contest is Now Open! Show your support for all your favorite businesses, services, events, etc. throughout Virginia. We'd love you to vote for us in the various categories we're competing in, too!
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Fantastic Fiber: Deadline for Submission is Jan 17, 2025
Get the ProspectusArt Speaks Gallery is currently seeking submissions for Fantastic Fiber! to be on display January 31-February 24. This show takes a diverse look at all forms of fiber art.
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December 16, 2024-January 31, 2025: Middlesex Family YMCA Children's Winter Art Show
Learn More About This Bay School Outreach Program and Get the Show DetailsPlease join us at the Middlesex County Library, 35 Lovers Lane in Deltaville to celebrate the kids and their art.
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Rotary Club of Mathews 9th Annual Chili Cook-Off
Learn MoreCome join The Bay School as we compete for The Best Chili in Mathews! February 8, 2025, 4:30-7:00 PM
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Call for Entries: 2025 Art Speaks Juried Exhibition
Learn More and Download the ProspectusSubmission opens December 1, 2024 for The Bay School's 12th Annual Art Speaks Juried Exhibition.
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Join The Bay School's Creative Circle Open Studio
Learn More and RegisterWe're starting the New Year with a new opportunity for artists to get together, share ideas, and make art in a community environment. Starting January 14, 5:30-7:30 pm, the Creative Circle will meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. Participation is FREE; however, you must register.
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2025 Winter-Spring Classes Open for Enrollment
View and Enroll in ClassesWe have something for EVERYONE! Our 2025 Winter-Spring classes are now online and open for enrollment, and you can download a copy of the catalog. You can also request a hard copy of our newest class catalog.
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Enroll Your Kids in OpenArts After School!
Learn More and EnrollEnrollment for 2025 is now open. This vibrant, fun, and FREE program is open to all school-age children and youth whether they attend public or private school or are home-schooled. Although free, enrollment is required as space is limited.
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Art Kits to Go Available!
Learn More and PurchaseGet our latest Art Kits to Go before supplies run out! You can come by the gallery and pick one up or get it online.
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Call for Design Proposals: Mathews County 250 Committee "Revolution of Ideas" LOVEworks Project
Learn More and Download the ProspectusesThe Bay School in partnership with the Mathews County 250 Committee is soliciting proposals from artists interested in creating LOVEworks signs to be installed at Callis Wharf and Williams Wharf. Deadline for design proposals is January 25, 2025.
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Enjoy the Benefits of Membership!
Learn MoreStart 2025 off by becoming part of a vibrant community of art lovers and creative individuals of all ages.
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We LOVE Our Volunteers!
Learn MoreWant to be part of a fun-loving, creative community? Consider volunteering with us at one of our many events or exhibitions.