The Art League has promoted Visual Arts in Western North Carolina since 1972
Our Mission: To promote, encourage, and develop an appreciation of all forms of visual art by providing an environment for interaction and growth for our entire community.
Art Place Gallery's new location:
730 Locust St. in the Historic 7th Avenue District.
Exciting New Chapter for The Art Place Gallery:
A Move to the Heart of Historic 7th Avenue District
The Art League is thrilled to announce that The Art Place Gallery will be relocating to a vibrant new space at 730 Locust Street on May 3, right in the heart of the newly revitalized Historic 7th Avenue District. After three incredibly successful years on Asheville Highway, this exciting move marks a bold new chapter for the gallery. The new space will offer nearly double the exhibition area and a spacious workshop room designed to inspire creativity and foster community engagement.
ArtScape Banner Reveal
May 3 at 2:30 pm
7th Avenue on the steps of the Hendersonville Rescue Mission
Join us for the exciting reveal and see the artists and sponsors unfurl their banners. Then stroll down to the new Art Place Gallery at 730 Locust Street and see the original artwork. All will take place as part of the grand opening Celebration of 7th Avenue. Farmer's Market, Music, Beer Tents and more!
Open Studio Returns Following Helene Cancellation!
May 16, 17 & 18, 2025
Preview Exhibit: Begins May 3,2025
Art Place Gallery - 730 Locust Street, Hendersonville
The Fall for Art Open Studio Tour presented by the Art League of Henderson County provides an educational experience to the entire community by inviting the public to experience the life of local artists at work in the studio environment. Visitors can interact with artists and learn about their techniques and inspiration.
Clay/Pottery Studio
Art Workshops and Classes
Art Place Artist Studios
Studios available for all mediums including pottery
Join the Art League's family of artists in one of our walled, open or pottery studios. Studios include:
- 90 - 600 sq. ft spaces
- 24-hour access to the building
- Wi-Fi access
2025 Upcoming Events and Exhibits
- January Monthly Member Show
- February Fiber Exhibit/ Monthly Member Show
- February Grace Church Mills River - Small Works Exhibit
- March Monthly Member Show
- April Fabulous Fakes (no member show)
- May Grand Opening Art Place on Locust Street 7th Avenue District & ArtScape Reveal on 7th Ave. and Studio Tour Preview Exhibit
- June LaVie en Rose/Monthly Member Show
- July Grand Opening Exhibit of The Art Place on Locust
- August Celebrate Art Juried Show & Monthly Member Show
- September Members/Fiber Show featuring Local Cloth Artists (tentative)
- October Monthly Member Show
- November Lotto Fund Raiser/Monthly Member Show
- December Holiday Market & Monthly Member Show
Our Locations:
Art Place
2021 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville 28791
Open: Wednesday - Saturday 11 AM - 4 PM
Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville 28791
Open: Saturday 11 AM - 4 PM
Or by appointment.
Glassman Clay Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville 28791
Open: 24 x 7 for Clay Studio Members, during classes or by appointment
Thanks to our private and corporate sponsors.
The Art League is supported with funding from:
Recent Events - In partnership with Village Potters and Local Cloth - both organizations lost their buildings in Hurrican Helene.