Galena Center for the Arts
971 Gear Street, Galena, IL 61036
Galleries
Celebrating regional art in its many forms: special exhibits, performances, regional artwork, and photo gallery.
The Galena Center for the Arts has a mission of making the arts accessible to the rural area as well as showcasing talented regional artists in a professional setting. The Center features high-quality art exhibits, diverse programming including theater and music, workshops, and art for sale. Renovations will begin soon to create a 100 seat intimate theatre for music and plays, as well as galleries, art studios, and classrooms providing more opportunities to enjoy the arts in Galena together.
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Live @ The Plaza
Green Street Plaza • Aug 08 @ 5PM
Visit the Plaza to enjoy live music, food trucks, and community!
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Market House Square Arts Festival
Old Market House State Historic Site • Aug 10 – Aug 11 @ 10AM
Take a piece of Galena Country with you!
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Galena Historical Society's 30th Annual Cemetery Walk
The Old City Cemetery • Sep 14 – Sep 15 @ 1PM
Performers of the Cemetery Walk will be exploring the rugged lives of early settlers, sharing stories of prosperity and the challenges of intersecting cultures, politics, war and…
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West Street Sculpture Park
Galena
Outdoor gallery of large steel sculptures by award-winning local artist John Martinson including an on-site metal studio.
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Outside the Lines Art Gallery
Galena
A retail gallery specializing in original art and fine craft from more than 100 U.S. artists.
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Pinder Pottery
Galena
Joe Pinder makes intricate yet functional stoneware pottery for everyday use.
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