A member recommended that we post the BCAC First Friday date & times for the remainder of 2026 to help others plan ahead…so please mark your calendars and/or print the flyer! BCAC will continue to post a First Friday for each month as it approaches. Thank you!!
Summer is here, school is out, and it’s the perfect time to keep your child’s creative juices flowing. BCAC is once again offering summer art classes for children ages 7–13. With a wide variety of classes, kids can explore different artistic techniques and discover new approaches to their creativity.
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” –Pablo Picasso
The Marilyn Heiser Art Studio Tour will take place on May 23, 2026 from 10 am-5 pm. Take this time to explore creativity across the region by exploring 7 local studios. Start anywhere & tour at your own pace.
You’ll have the chance to meet local artists in their studios, see live demonstrations & works in progress, and have the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind art directly from the artists.
The $10 Ticket with map can be purchased at your local art councils; Arts of the Albemarle, Bertie County Arts Council, Chowan Arts Council, & Perquimans Art League. BCAC is open Tues-Fri 10 am-2 pm. Tickets can also be purchased at the studios.
Please stop by to see the exceptional works of the fifteen finalists in the Inner Banks Arts 2nd Annual Regional Art Competition. We are so lucky to have our talented local artists from Northeast NC share their artistic creations.
Attending one of the receptions and/or visiting one of the rotating exhibits by yourself or with family including children & friends shows appreciation for the artists efforts. Also, while attending one of these options, you’ll also have the opportunity to see the other art on display at each of the participating arts councils noted below.
April 30th, 5:30-7pm Opening Reception at Bertie County Arts Council (124 S King St, Windsor, NC 27983)
June 4th, Opening reception at Chowan Arts Council (CAC) Time TBD
July 3rd, 4-7pm Opening Reception at Arts of the Albemarle (AOA)
August 6th, 5:30-7pm Opening Reception at Perquimans Arts League (PAL)
August 27th, Artists pick up works from Perquimans Arts League
Please come join us this Thursday, April 28, 2026, from 5:30-7:00pm to see the exceptional works of the fifteen finalists in the IBX 2nd Annual Regional Art Competition. During the reception, we will also be announcing the top three winners. This art will be on display for a month at each IBX member galleries.
We are so lucky to have our talented local artists from Northeast NC participate in the IBX regional competition and share their artistic creations. Your attendance at one of the receptions and/or visiting one of the rotating exhibits is so important to show the artists your appreciation
April 30th, 5:30-7pm Opening Reception at Bertie County Arts Council (124 S King St, Windsor, NC 27983)
June 4th, Opening reception at Chowan Arts Council (CAC) Time TBD
July 3rd, 4-7pm Opening Reception at Arts of the Albemarle (AOA)
August 6th, 5:30-7pm Opening Reception at Perquimans Arts League (PAL)
August 27th, Artists pick up works from Perquimans Arts League
Thank you for participating in this exciting regional competition. The arts are alive and thriving in Northeast North Carolina and your exceptional talent is a testament to this.
Have you ever been to an event and on the table sat a wonderful charcuterie board...and you thought ‘I would love to learn how to do one of those!’. Well, you CAN…Laura Goguet, a fine-dine chef and charcuterie designer, is teaching a hands-on class on the art of charcuterie. Seating is limited so reserve NOW your spot by calling or texting Mary Castellow at 757-272-7926.
Summer 2025 is quickly coming to an end…so please come join us AND bring your friends too to see “that” season off and to welcome in Autumn 2025…with great music, food, drinks, fellowship, and always some laughter.
All are cordially invited to a gallery reception to
“Celebrate the remarkable talents of BCAC’s child artist.”
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Bertie County Arts Council 124 S King Street, Windsor, NC 27983
You’re invited!
Join us for a special gallery reception from 5:30–7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 31, as we celebrate the winners of the first Inner Banks Arts Regional Competition. Twelve artists were selected for this juried show, representing a wide range of styles, genres, and subject matter. Additionally, there were first, second, and third place awards.
This unique exhibit is the result of a creative collaboration between four arts councils – Bertie County Arts Council, Chowan Arts Council, Perquimans Arts League, and Arts of the Albemarle. The show will tour all four council galleries, spotlighting the talent and vision that thrive throughout the Inner Banks region.
It’s currently on view at the BCAC Gallery, and we’re thrilled to share it with our community. Don’t miss this exciting evening of art, connection, and celebration! And perhaps spark your interest to participate as a BCAC member when the next Inner Banks Arts Regional Competition is announced.
The exhibit will remain on display through the night of the reception. Regular gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the third Saturday of the month, also from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
This will be a monthly event at Artisan's Alley…until the “last” First Friday on Sept. 5, 2025. The goal is to bring the community together in support of the common interest in art and artisans.
This First Friday will have a food truck, beer & wine, and music.
This will be a monthly event at Artisan's Alley, the goal of which is to bring the community together in support of art and artisans.
We will have art vendors, a food truck (January Jalen's Food), and a DJ with great music.
If you are an artist/vendor who would like to participate, the fee is $15. Setup will begin at 1:30 p.m. for a 3 p.m. start to the event. Please contact Laura Orsini at 602.518.5376 to sign up as a vendor. Please also share this info with any other artists/artisans who might have an interest.
INTRODUCING First Fridays in Artisan’s Alley.
- Art Vendors
- Food Trucks
- Live Music
Come do some holiday shopping and mingle with your Bertie Community! This is the day of the Christmas Parade - what better day to introduce our new monthly event!
MORE DETAILS COMING SOON! Drop an email to bertiecountyartscouncil@gmail.com if you’re interested in one of the 12 vendor spaces. We’re looking for handcrafted arts - no MLMs or resellers, please.
Join us as a Contestant or a Chili Taster! Help us raise money for Helene Relief and to fund the BCAC Renovation.
On June 21, 2024, BCAC will be participating in Make Music Day, an international event.
Make Music Bertie County is part of a global celebration of music on Friday, June 21st, that is performed by anyone and enjoyed by everyone!
This event is coordinated by the Bertie County Arts Council
Visit MakeMusicDay.org/BertieCounty to sign up to be a venue or a performer for this exciting community event.
Our annual juried Members’ Show, featuring works from BCAC members.
You are cordially invited to join us for a gallery reception from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 23, for the opening of our Members' Juried Art Show, featuring work by our talented member artists.
This show features cash prizes for the artists who place 1st ($100), 2nd ($50), and 3rd ($25)! People's Choice is an honorary award only with no cash prize. Honorable Mentions may be awarded at the jurors' discretion. For the first time, we'll have a couple, Patrick and Lorrie Dablow, acting as our jurors. Come celebrate the work of your favorite local artists with a toast and light hors d'oeuvres. Live music by Mickey Clement.
BCAC is accepting art submissions from members through Monday, May 20. You MUST BE A MEMBER to submit art to this show. Nonmembers may join at the time of art submissions.
If you are unable to attend the reception, the show will hang through mid-July. Please visit the gallery from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday, or 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month. There will also be a corresponding virtual show posted to our website, BertieArts.com.
