Lancaster has a thriving creative scene, bursting with artists and makers all over the county. Especially, in our vibrant downtown. It's the perfect place to admire arts and crafts amidst the quaint and walkable small city. If you haven’t been to Lancaster and aren’t sure where to begin, check out Gallery Row on North Prince Street, as well as these upcoming exhibits.
Lancaster City Art Galleries annual Spring Artwalk is back! You will be able to see the featured artists below and so many more!
Curio. offers a curated selection of drawing and writing supplies, materials for drawing, printmaking, painting and more. They offer rotating exhibitions within their gallery from local and regional artists. Join them for artists talks, virtual events, and a weekly sketchbook club
Born in Lancaster, PA Charles Demuth is one of our local celebrities. Known for his avant-garde style and the contributions he made to the Precisionist art movement, Demuth often painted scenes inspired by his life in Lancaster and the view of the garden outside the window of the studio in his home (which is where the museum is today). While the museum holds a collection of permanent works by the artist, it also hosts a number of changing collections and events.
Friendship Heart Gallery & Studio is a creative arts studio for Adult Artists with Intellectual Disability and Autism. The Gallery celebrates personalities and talents through free expression and collaboration.
Piece by Piece | June 7th - June 29th
Experience the latest masterpieces by the Heart Artists in our new June showcase, "Piece by Piece." This exhibition showcases vibrant artwork featuring bold colors, distinctive patterns, and imaginative collages. From expressive abstract pieces to whimsical creations, the Heart Artists have crafted captivating scenes to bring in the summer vibes. All of the pieces of artwork featured this month are available for viewing online now and will be available for in-person viewing Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 AM until 4:30 PM.
The Lancaster Art Vault is a space for artists to create, collaborate and market their art, coupled with large flex space for events, gatherings, markets, and education.
Founded in 1965, the Lancaster Museum of Art acts as a source of culture and education for the County presenting exhibitions as diverse as the community which they serve.
Located within The Ware Center in Lancaster City, The Regitz Gallery features the works of local and regional artists. The exhibition schedule shows virtual tours from the Regitz Gallery, as well as the exhibits displayed in the Lyet Lobby of the building.
The Artisans Gallery, located at the Artist's Inn & Gallery, showcases the work of regional artists including both 2 and 3 dimensional works. Artists and work featured in this gallery often rotate, so even if you have been before this is probably something new that you haven’t seen yet.
The Visitors Center Gallery at Discover Lancaster features local artists and makers. All of the artwork is available for purchase and enjoyment, so stop by to peruse the gallery and chat with expert travel consultants about all things Lancaster County.
A native of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. He was born into an Amish-Mennonite family, the youngest of six children. From an early age, his artistic ability was recognized and encouraged, in particular by his mother. He began depicting the people and landscapes of the Amish community. You can find his work Downtown on 142 N. Prince Street.
An extraordinary scholar and collector of Pennsylvania decorative arts, John J. Snyder, Jr. (1946-2013) was a passionate antiquarian with a wry sense of humor. He loved to research and collect Pennsylvania furniture—especially tall clocks. John accumulated more than 125 clocks by the end of his life. His collection of furniture, clocks, silver, and paintings overflowed the rooms of Toad Hall, a brick mansion built in 1813 along the Susquehanna River in Washington Boro. Most of John’s collection was from southeastern Pennsylvania and particularly Lancaster County, whose furniture captivated his attention even as a young man. In the mid-1970s,
A very well-known gallery in Lancaster, Karen Anderer Fine Art (CityFolk) hosts art exhibits of renowned artists and rising national artists, allowing the local community to experience and purchase the work of visiting artists which they change out regularly.
Mennonite Life is working towards a world where people learn their own and others’ stories, across boundaries. They do their part in bringing about that world. They share items and stories featuring the lived experiences and faith values of Lancaster Mennonites and interrelated communities.
PCA&D is central PA’s only non-profit, professional art college. Their Main Gallery features lively, thought-provoking and ambitious exhibits that showcase work by regionally and nationally known artists. In addition to exhibits, they often host artist talks as well.
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120 East King Street Lancaster, PA 17602-2832 (717) 299-9940 Website
628 College Avenue Lancaster, PA 17603 (717) 358-3849 Website
118 N. Water St., Suite 101 Lancaster, PA 17603 (717) 945-6933 Website
138 North Prince Street Lancaster, PA 17603 (717) 299-4400 Website
928 Driver Ave. Landisville, PA 17538 (717) 393-9428 Website
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