This powerful series continues with two original and moving artists! Lynn Swisher Spears is a regional treasure, beloved as a member of the band Fair to Middlin', as well as a solo singer-songwriter. Her musicianship and writing captivate audiences. Jodi James joins us from Fayetteville; she is a survivor of Black childhood in America, with … Continued
This monthly event is currently cancelled due to COVID-19, but be sure to check back when we are able to resume! First Saturdays, 9:30am (12:30pm, winter months) Occoneechee Mountain, Hillsborough, NC Meeting Location: Gold Park Pavilion With a summit at 867 ft above sea level making Occoneechee Mountain the highest point between Hillsborough and … Continued
The History of Baseball in NC, featuring Chris Holaday is a virtual zoom program presented by the Burwell School Historic Site. Please visit the link to register for this free program. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-KnBvipwQPyTopqjb7E6Gg Once upon a time, long before college basketball and football became so popular, baseball was king in North Carolina. Black or white, rich … Continued
Many of you have found our Finding Joy show inspiring, bringing a breath of fresh air. Sunday is your opportunity to meet the featured artist -- Debi L. Drew. Debi will be on our porch bench, eager to visit with you and chat about topics ranging from inspirations to joy to artistic techniques. Masks will … Continued
Jackie, one of the artists in our More Horses! show, will be available on the Gallery porch for a socially-distanced-and-masked conversation about art, technique and inspiration, including while in lock down. Jackie works in a wide variety of mediums and incorporates recycled and repurposed materials in many of her pieces.
Kevin is one of the featured artists in our current "More Horses!" show, as well as a regular Gallery contributor. He will be on the Gallery front porch, holding socially-distanced and masked conversations with Gallery visitors about art and inspiration -- and horses! Free and open to the general public. Families, including children, are welcome.
Sometimes joy comes as simply as walking outside into a sunny day. Other times joy is more elusive, but it is there to be found, bringing inspiration and hope in difficult times. Lisa Francescon, Ashley Armstrong, Mark Kingsley, David Knox and Jacqueline Rimmler, working in a range of mediums and styles, share sources of their … Continued
Lisa is the featured artist in Part 2 of our Finding Joy show. She is a photographer specializing in sunrise over Lake Orange images. She will be available on our porch to talk about art, inspiration, and the vital role art can play in one’s personal journey. Free and open to the public. Drop by … Continued
Browse Lynn’s current work at the Gallery, including vivid alcohol inks and soft watercolors, and enjoy socially-distanced-and-masked conversation about art, inspiration and technique on our front porch. Families with children welcome. The Gallery is located at 121 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, next to the public library. (margaretlanegallery.com) Free and open to the public. Drop by … Continued
Please join us online for a panel discussion on the life and times of the Burwell Family. Following the release of our three short videos on Robert, Anna and their children, we will discuss their creation with writer Carrie Currie, then explore additional aspects of the Burwells with panelists Brooks Graebner, Sylvia Hoffert and Steve … Continued