
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.

Aug 29-Sep 29: Local Scenes
Visit the Art Speaks Gallery and celebrate your love of small-town life.

Sep 1-30: Mathews ArtFest
Celebrate the arts throughout the month of September in Mathews with visual art, performances, music, and creative classes.

Sep 18-20: Mathews Plein Air 2025
Calling All Plein Air Artists and Afficionados of Plein Air Painting! Artist registration underway. Register to participate as an artist or enjoy watching artists work throughout Mathews. Attend the Wet Paint Sale and add to your collection of fine art.

Sep 27: A Night in Paris Gala & Art Auction
Join us for a fun and exciting evening of friendship, delicious food, and spirited bidding to support the Outreach Programs of The Bay School. Tickets on sale now!
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September Artist of the Month: Jack Banks
Learn More About Jack & His WorkCome by the Art Speaks Gallery this month and check out the painterly work of Jack Banks.
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Sep 5-Nov 3: The Pumpkin Patch Pop-Up Show
Learn MoreSomething for everyone who loves the seasonal splendor of pumpkins!
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Register Your Kids Now for OpenArts After School Program
Register Now!Our OpenArts After School program is now open for registration. These free classes fill up fast, so don't delay in reserving your kid's spot!
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Help Color the Future with Creativity: Contribute to Our Annual Campaign
Learn About the Impact of Your Contributions & DonateWith a goal of $50,000 by the end of 2025, we've set an ambitious fundraising goal to keep art alive, accessible, and impactful in Mathews. Your generous contributions have added up to $16,195 so far. Thank you in advance for your support.
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Upcoming Exhibitions
Learn More & DownloadWould you like to exhibit at the Art Speaks Gallery? Review prospectuses for shows coming up and consider submitting your work.
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New Art Kit to Go Available!
Get Your Kit Now!Get our latest Art Kit to Go to indulge your creative urges. Develop a sense of calmness while painting a lovely image of koi swimming. You can pick the kit up in the gallery or purchase it online.
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Get Your Own Bay School Hat, Apron, or Tote Bag!
See & Shop the CollectionThe Bay School now has baseball caps, aprons, and totes available for purchase that display our logo.
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2025 Fall Classes Open for Enrollment
View & EnrollWe have something for EVERYONE! Plenty of opportunity to indulge your creativity and learn something new by taking a Bay School art class. Enroll online or download a copy of the catalog. You can also request a hard copy of our class catalog.
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Join The Bay School's Creative Circle Open Studio
Learn MoreWe're starting the New Year with a new opportunity for artists to get together, share ideas, and make art in a community environment. The Creative Circle meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. Participation is FREE; come to one session or come to all.
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Become a Volunteer!
Learn MoreWant to be part of a fun-loving, creative community? Consider volunteering with us at one of our many events or exhibitions.
We currently have many volunteer tasks available for this year's Gala & Art Auction, A Night in Paris. Volunteers who contribute at least four hours of their time receive a discount on the event ticket. See the various tasks available and sign up to volunteer HERE.
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Enjoy the Benefits of Membership!
Learn MoreBecome part of a vibrant community of art lovers and creative individuals of all ages. Our updated and improved membership program offers our community even more reasons to join us!