ART AROUND TOWN
Things to See & Do in Baltimore
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Tickets are on sale for the Under 500 event hosted by Maryland Art Place. Come partake in this annual holiday art sale! The event will be a hybrid in-person and virtual exhibition and art sale beginning on Friday, December 10, from 6:00–10:00 p.m. Artwork featured in the gallery will also be available online when the virtual gallery goes live on Saturday, December 11 at 10:00 a.m. For tickets and information, click the button below. |
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SHOP LOCAL AT THE MILL CENTRE
Plus, Meet the Artists & See Their Studios
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Artists from the Mill Centre will open their Hampden studios to the public from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 11, for Part 2 of their popular Art Crawl. The Shop Small Art Crawl provides an opportunity for arts and crafts lovers, serious collectors, and holiday shoppers to enjoy and purchase original art where it is created. For event details and parking information, click below. |
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VISIT BALTIMORE'S NEWEST REC CENTER
And Enjoy Activities for the Whole Family
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Baltimore City Recreation and Parks welcomes families to a winter holiday event at their newest recreation location, Cahill Performing Arts Center, on Saturday, December 11, from 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Kids can meet Santa, make seasonal crafts, and enjoy a showing of the Polar Express in the center's very own theatre! Kids can also work off their cocoa rush on the obstacle course and inflatable attractions, hop on a train ride, and listen to stories read aloud. Adults can enjoy lawn games, axe throwing, warm beverages, and onsite food trucks. This event is free and open to the public (excluding food truck purchases). For details, click below. |
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STATION NORTH HOLIDAY MARKET IS BACK!
Featuring Local Artisans, Live Music, and More
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On Saturday, December 11, from 1:00–5:00 p.m. the Station North Arts District is hosting another holiday market featuring unique handmade gifts, music, and more. Station North affiliated artists will be selling original prints, jewelry, ceramics, home goods, bags, food and more. The event will happen rain or shine! Visitors are asked to come prepared to wear a mask while indoors, and bring proof of vaccination via your card (or a photo of it), or results from a negative covid test within 48 hours. For more information, click below. |
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DON'T MISS THIS SOLO SHOW
Open Gallery Hours + Book Signing
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On Saturday, December 11, from 4:00–6:00 p.m., see the latest exhibition at Bmore Art's Connect + Collect Gallery for open gallery hours and a book signing. For more information on Craft as Muse in the Age of Digital Manufacturing, the solo exhibition by Chris Bathgate, click the button below. |
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A SEASONAL CONCERT FOR ALL
To Enjoy In Person or Virtually
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The Handel Choir of Baltimore performs their Period-Perfect Messiah at Grace United Methodist Church on Saturday, December 11, at 7:30 p.m. and at Saint Mark Church in Catonsville on Sunday, December 12, at 3:00 p.m. Virtual and in-person tickets are available. For details, click the button below. |
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IT'S A BIG DAY AT THE BMA
Community Day Celebrates Two New Centers
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This Sunday, celebrate the reopening of the BMA’s first floor with a day of activities inspired by the exhibition A Modern Influence: Henri Matisse, Etta Cone, and Baltimore and the new galleries dedicated to the art of Africa, Oceania, and Ancient Americas. Experience performances, art-making, and African storytelling. View A Modern Influence: Henri Matisse, Etta Cone, and Baltimore with free timed-entry passes and take a first look at the new Nancy Dorman and Stanley Mazaroff Center for the Study of Prints, Drawings and Photographs as well as the The Ruth R. Marder Center for Matisse Studies. This event is free and open to all ages. To attend, reserve a free timed-entry pass on Sunday, December 12, from 12:00–5:00 p.m. at the button below. |
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A NIGHT WITH PAUL LEWIS
Part of the Shriver Hall Concert Series
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As part of the Shriver Hall Concert Series, British pianist Paul Lewis makes his highly anticipated Baltimore Recital Debut in an inventive program featuring Mussorgsky’s vivid Pictures at an Exhibition on Sunday, December 12, at 5:30 p.m. For details and tickets, click the button below. |
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ALL ABOARD THE POLAR EXPRESS
A Holiday Event at the B&O Railroad Museum
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Experience the magic of the classic children's book, The Polar Express, at the B&O Railroad Museum this Sunday, December 12. You must purchase tickets in advance for this incredible event that is sure to delight people of all ages. For pricing and available times, click the button below. |
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PLANNING YOUR OWN EVENT?
Sign Up for Our Newest Newsletter!
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Photo credit: Wendy Hickok Photography |
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This month, we are launching a brand-new free quarterly digital newsletter called The Art of Love. Featuring vendor profiles, event planning tips, and the intimate history of the Cloisters Castle, this newsletter will help you plan your most important events no matter what, or where, they are. Click the button below to sign up. And while you're at it, check out some of BOPA's other newsletter offerings! Learn about upcoming arts & culture events, opportunities and resources for artists, and more! All BOPA's newsletters are completely free and you can stop or restart them anytime. |
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BALTIMORE ARTS & CULTURE NEWS
In Case You Missed It
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A VISION OF FREE CLASSICAL MUSIC FOR ALL |
Mount Vernon Virtuosi is a collective of young professional string players who tour concerts around the state. While their concerts are free, they ensure their artists are paid a competitive rate. Read more about this group dedicated to keeping classical music accessible at the link below.
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REP. CUMMINGS PORTRAIT TO DEBUT AT BMA |
On December 21, a portrait of the late Rep. Elijah Cummings will be unveiled at the Baltimore Museum of Art. It will be on view to the public through January 9, when it will be permanently installed in the U.S. Capitol. Learn more about the portrait and the artist who painted it below.
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EYE-CATCHING MURALS POP ACROSS BALTIMORE |
Maybe you've noticed the murals dotting the sides of buildings and brick walls across Baltimore. They're hard to miss — even the simplest designs get more complex the longer you look. BOPA proudly funded and facilitated several of these projects. Take a look at the link below.
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THE PERFECT GIFTS FOR THE ART LOVERS IN YOUR LIFE |
The 2021 Bmore Art Holiday Gift Guide features over 30 Baltimore makers and stores to help you check off the last few folks on your list. Take a look at the full roundup at the link below and support local artists this holiday season!
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BALTIMORE FARMERS' MARKET & BAZAAR
Shop Local for the Holidays
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The Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar has beloved elements like hot food vendors and the Bazaar’s artisans. The Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar continues maintaining public health regulations to provide a safe experience for all.
The 44th season runs weekly, 7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. on Sundays through December 19, 2021, with continuous adaptation to maintain health and safety.
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Photo credit: Jade McDonnell |
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See the full list of farmers, food vendors, and Bazaar artisans by visiting the link below. We hope to see you on Sunday! |
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YOU'RE INVITED!
End-of-the-Season Party at the Farmers' Market
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Sunday, December 19, is the last day of the 2021 season for the Baltimore Famers' Market & Bazaar and we've decided to go out with a celebration! Come down to the market from 7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 19, and enjoy carolers, a turkey giveaway, treats from Santa, and more! Plus, you can pick up the remaining ingredients for your holidays feast as well as any last minute gifts you need. Learn more about the vendors at the market at the button below. |
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