Currently serving as the largest art show in the Miami Valley, the 32nd Annual Piqua Fine Art Exhibition occurs every September. With artists represented from all over the state, the exhibit features over 200 works of art across six different categories including drawing, oil & acrylics, water media, photography, 3-dimensional, and miscellaneous works. The total prize money, excluding purchase awards, is over $4000.
Celebrity Sponsor: Kettering Health
You don't have to be a professional artist to get hands-on with paint, clay, or *insert any art medium here*. Dive into a world of creative exploration as you experiment with a variety of mediums. Whether you're a seasoned creator, a inquiring beginner, or just a curious kid, this event promises a liberating and engaging experience that ignites your imagination and leaves you with tangible, self-made artworks to cherish.
In 2024, expect a 2-part series — a Kids experience as well as an all-adult event, with age-appropriate activities fitting for each part. Everyone has an opportunity to be an artist at Art 4 Everyone.
Sponsored by: Ohio Arts Council, The Yanucci Family, The Duke Foundation, Greenville Banking Center
There’s no doubt that our passion lies in supporting local artists. Whether it’s through offering affordable workshops led by significant artists from all over the nation, hosting the largest non-juried art show in the Miami Valley, or premiering a documentary series that highlights local artists, we’re committed to creating opportunities for creatives in and around Piqua. And we don’t plan on stopping there. In furthering our mission, we've created this awards program to benefit local creatives of all disciplines looking to further their artistic pursuits. Whether it's through supplies, professional development or funding a project or two, we are here to support you. Apply today!
We will host three workshops in 2024: a Spring Watercolor Workshop, a Summer Pastel Workshop, and a Fall Oil Painting Workshop. Each workshop features a different nationally awarded artist to teach for four days. Workshops typically run from 9am - 4pm with lunches provided and the registration fee is kept extremely low thanks to funding provided by our sponsors.
Sponsored by: Ohio Arts Council
Entice your taste buds and elevate your senses at the much-anticipated Bourbon Affair. It's more than just a classic bourbon and wine tasting event that includes: expertly chosen rare bourbons and high-class wines; gourmet culinary pairings; a large, unique silent auction; a specialty cash bar; and (NEW in 2023) an exclusive VIP experience.
Sponsored by: The Gallery Venue & Event Center, Ohio Arts Council, My HR Extension, Gregory Services LLC, Younce Construction
This program focuses on bringing quality art programming into the Piqua Schools. Focusing on four segments of the school population: Kindergarten, First through Third Grades, Fourth through Sixth Grade, and Seventh through Twelfth, this program looks to directly impact students at every grade level.
Sponsored by: Ohio Arts Council
Dancing with the Piqua Stars is back, with a new cast and another exciting competition. A group of well-known community members test new skills as they dance for charity at Piqua Arts Council’s annual celebrity fundraising event. The popular event is modeled after the long-running television series, and serves a nearly sold-out crowd every year.
Sponsored by: Hartzell Propeller
This program focuses on bringing quality art programming into the Piqua Schools. Focusing on four segments of the school population: Kindergarten, First through Third Grades, Fourth through Sixth Grade, and Seventh through Twelfth, this program looks to directly impact students at every grade level.
Sponsored by: Ohio Arts Council
Piqua's annual car show lines the streets of Main + Ash each summer in Downtown Piqua. With over 125 shiny + unique cars, trucks, and motorcycles; people's choice awards; and participants from all over the area, this show is a can't miss.
Our FREE all-day food truck + music festival takes place on a warm Saturday in June in Downtown Piqua. This festival features food from various food trucks, craft + domestic beer and live entertainment from regional bands + cover bands. The Rock Piqua Food Truck & Music Festival has served the Piqua community and beyond for over 10 years, and continues to deliver a successful music-based art event that is fun for everyone.
Celebrate the joy of the season at our local holiday concert. St. James Episcopal Church fills with melodic wonders as talented local musicians come together to deliver heartwarming renditions of timeless classics and festive tunes. Gather with friends and family to bask in the warmth of holiday spirit and create lasting memories in the company of our community's musical talents.
Utilizing the office space at 427 N. Main St, we started a program years ago, centered on creating a space for members to share their artistic creations. Any member of PAC has the opportunity to display work in the gallery. Novice artists to professional artists are all welcome with artwork being rotated quarterly. The gallery is open weekdays from 10am to 4pm and for special events.
We love hearing from our patrons on ideas they would like to see Piqua Arts Council consider. The link below will take you to a form where you can submit your own idea for our consideration. The form will be presented to the Board of Trustees and they will compare the idea with the overall vision and direction the organization is planning in the future.
We appreciate you taking the time to submit an idea.
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