PARTICIPATING VENUES
Host rotating Artist Receptions; Live Music, *Roaming Poets, Family-Friendly Activities, and countless opportunities to connect with community, history, and the arts every Last Friday, January - November, from 6-9 PM.
Read on to learn about this month's happenings at:
Anne & Arthur
Burwell School Historic Site
C3 Hillsborough
Cedar Grove Law
Coldwell Banker HPW
Dwell Hillsborough*
Hillsborough Artists Cooperative & Skylight Gallery
Hillsborough Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop
Hillsborough Gallery of Arts
Hillsborough Wills & Trusts
Hillsborough Wine Company
Historic Hillsborough/Hillsborough Visitors Center
Luminous Body
Margaret Lane Gallery
Mystics of the Mercantile (Veronica Duncan Healing Arts & Amy-Jae Rignola of Devoted Hair & Healing Arts)
Orange County Historical Museum
Paynter Law Firm, PLLC
Preservation Fund of Hillsborough
Saltire Galerie
Snow Approach Foundation
The Colonial Inn
Thomas Stevens Gallery
Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew
Anne & Arthur
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Artist Demonstration in-store with Amanda Crabtree, author, illustrator and printmaker!
Make & Take Craft activity on the sidewalk!
ABOUT THE VENUE: Anne & Arthur is a woman-owned Fine Arts Supply retailer that offers an alternative to big box retailers—supplies you use and need, in the community where you live and create. Come by during the walk to see Live Artist Demonstrations. Interact with an artist at work, ask questions about how works are made and explore the tools they use. Featuring a new artist (and art form) each month!
220 S Churton St
Tues-Sat 10 AM-6 PM, Sunday 12-6 PM.
+Open on Last Fridays for extended hours.
Burwell School Historic Site
ABOUT THE VENUE: First, built in 1821, the Burwell School Historic Site is a gem of historic Hillsborough, NC, located at the northern edge of the town's famed Historic District. Restored and open to the public, the early 19th century house and outbuildings bring history alive for visitors of ALL ages! Visit this site to explore the complex, multi-layered stories of freedom seeking and oppression through the lives of Elizabeth Hobbs Keckly, Mary-Ann, Anna Burwell, and more.
319 N Churton St
(919) 732-7451
Wed-Sat 11 AM-4 PM, Sunday 1-4 PM.
C3 Hillsborough
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Opening Reception for Mountain to Sea - Paintings by Amy Elmore, Shirley Ruff, and Marcia McDade McMann. Stop by to meet the artists! On display through November 29, 2024.
Learn more about the current exhibition in the HAC/C3 Satellite Gallery here.
ABOUT THE VENUE: A co-working space for local small businesses, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and artists.
Mon-Fri 9 AM-6 PM.
24/7 accessibility for members.
+ OPEN 6-9 PM on Last Fridays!
Cedar Grove Law
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Artist Reception featuring Susan Paulsen, our gallery artist, whose paintings blend her attention to detail and the whimsy of nature!
Plus, Endswell, an eco-friendly funeral home with information and a unique urn showcase on the lawn!
ABOUT THE VENUE: Come hang out on the front lawn of our historic Hillsborough homesite-turned law firm in the heart of downtown! We expect to have gallery art inside the space and a pop-up vendor (or two) on the lawn.
127 W King St
(919) 903 2617
Mon-Fri 9 AM-5 PM
+ OPEN to 9 PM on Last Fridays!
Coldwell Banker
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Artist Reception with Jessie Din!
ABOUT THE VENUE: We are the local Coldwell Banker office right on Churton Street. Each month we will feature a local artist with their artwork displaced in our office and a reception held by the artist from April through September.
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106 S Churton St
(919) 732-6101
Mon-Fri 9 AM-5 PM
Sun 1-4 PM
+OPEN to 9 PM on Last Fridays!
Dwell Hillsborough
ABOUT THE VENUE: Dwell is a specially curated home + life shop. We are a thoughtful blend of the new, the vintage and local. We can't wait to see you on Last Fridays!
(984) 217-0035
Tues-Thurs 11 AM-5 PM
Fri 11 AM - 6 PM
Sat 10 AM - 6 PM
Sun 12-4 PM
+OPEN to 9 PM on Last Fridays!
Hillsborough Artists Coop & The Skylight Gallery
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Opening Reception for Emerging Form: In Earth, Wood, and Paint, featuring the art of Dalton Hughes, Sean Bailey, and Steven Fishman.
ABOUT THE VENUE: Est. 1992, the co-op began as a group of individual artists creating art at 102 W King Street. We are currently eight artists who use a wide range of media and share a quest to expand the presence of art on the planet. We open our studios monthly sharing our latest work. Recently, we began creating Coop Special Events where we, in collaboration with guest artists, create interactive art experiences for the public.
Hillsborough Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Opening Reception for The Beauty Within by Jocelyn Olin Gregory and Ingrid Harm-Ernandes from 6-9pm.
Learn more about the gallery exhibition here!
ABOUT THE VENUE: Shop high-quality work by 60+ local artists in nearly every medium. Check out rotating gallery exhibitions, showcasing the talent of our community; and glean helpful tourism tips and information about HAC events and programs (like Last Fridays & the Art Walk, Solstice Lantern Walk, and Handmade Parade, hosted by HAC)!
Hillsborough Gallery of Arts
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MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Artist Receptions for sterling silver and gemstone jewelry by Arianna Bara, nature and figurative art by Ryann Carey, painted gourd sculptures by Martha Danek. In the gallery August 27th through September 22nd.
Live music by Hillsborough local, Ben Fisher, on the patio in front of the gallery. Ben plays folk, medieval and early renaissance music on a Pono Nui - a very large ukulele.
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned by 21 local artists featuring painting, sculpture, photography, photomontage, glass arts, jewelry, handcrafted furniture, pottery, scratchboard, painted gourds and mixed media.
ABOUT THE VENUE: The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 21 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The Gallery's offerings include painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, photomontage, jewelry, glass, metals, encaustic, enamel, and wood.
Hillsborough Wills & Trusts
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Live music with classical guitarist, Randy Reed, on the front porch with Latin/Pop and Beatles favorites.
Inside, grab a cool drink and explore our Featured Artist, Clarke Munford! A NC-based visual artist with a primary focus in oil painting shares striking paintings. Using his background in charcoal figure drawing, Clarke explores local history, "emphasizing tonal value in the pursuit of realism." His work has been featured in the NCMA, RFAS, CAM Raleigh, Artsplosure, VAE Raleigh, FRANK Gallery and Frameworks Raleigh.
ABOUT THE VENUE: Offering bilingual legal expertise in estate planning, elder law, and trust management.
128 W Margaret Ln
(919) 245-8440
Mon-Fri 9 AM-5 PM
+OPEN to 9 PM on Last Fridays!
Hillsborough Wine Company
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Join HAC at the Hillsborough Wine Company, 6-7 PM, for this month's ✨ Sustainer Social ✨: an evening of delightful sips and great company! Celebrate HWC's Last Fridays Wine Tastings with us and enjoy quality time mingling with our staff and fellow sustainers. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of community and culture - We look forward to seeing you there!
ABOUT THE VENUE: In addition to free Last Friday tastings from 5-7pm, Hillsboorugh Wine Company has 12 wines on tap for tasting by the ounce.
118 S Churton St
(919) 732-4343
Tues-Fri 11 AM-7 PM
Sat 10 AM-6 PM
Hillsborough Visitors Center
ABOUT THE VENUE: The Visitors Center is a resource for information on local attractions. There is also a gift shop, a folk art gallery, and a video on historic Hillsborough for public viewing. In addition, the Visitors Center is located in the Historic Alexander Dickson House, one of the most historically significant buildings in town.
ADA accessible. Public restrooms are available on-site.
Luminous Body
ABOUT THE VENUE: Offering Customized Therapeutic Massage + Bodywork- specializing in Deep Tissue, Pre/Postnatal, Reflexology, and Traditional Thai massage *Allywillow Organic Bodycare *Childbirth Classes + Birth Support
121 N. Churton Street, UPSTAIRS
By Appointment Only,
+ Open on Last Fridays 6-9pm
Margaret Lane Gallery
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Opening Reception for Under the Surface, a group art show featuring local artists
Artist Reception for Mixed Media Mania, also a group art show featuring local artists.
Live music with the Sugaree String Society, 6 to 8pm!
Roaming Poets from 8:15-8:45pm.
Free art table for you to make your own art!
Plus five rooms and an upstairs of work from more than 35 local artists, good conversation, inspiration, and fun!
ABOUT THE VENUE: A family-owned Gallery with work from over 35 local artists working in a wide variety of mediums and styles. Monthly themed shows, special exhibits, and events that support the local community, along with art workshops for adults and youth. Family-friendly!
(919) 296-8938
Wed-Thu 11 AM - 6 PM,
Fri 11 AM - 8 PM,
Sat 10 AM - 7 PM,
Sun 1-6 PM
+ OPEN to 9 PM on Last Fridays!
Mystics of the Mercantile
ABOUT THE VENUE:
Veronica Duncan Healing Arts & Amy-Jae Rignola of Devoted Hair & Healing Arts
Art and magic combine with energy healing in our sanctuary behind Hillsborough Gallery of Arts (& accessible from during Last Fridays!) You may experience the joys & delights of photography, mixed media, paintings, pottery, reiki, tuning forks or belly dance performances in our space.
Orange County Historical Museum
ABOUT THE VENUE: At the Orange County Historical Museum you can discover how local people lived -- the politics, food, technology, and fashion -- from prehistoric times through the 20th century.
Paynter Law Firm
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Artist Receptions for:
- Lauren Markley who makes beautiful jewelry from sterling silver, enamel, bronze, and wood.
- Sandi Carter who makes unique, hand-made ceramics.
- Debra Wuliger who creates vibrant, eye-catching paintings,
- Kristin Schillings who gives recycled items a second life!
Come support these artists, enjoy free refreshments & Paynter Law t-shirts, and see our beautiful rooftop space.
ABOUT THE VENUE: Paynter Law Firm hosts multiple local artists every Last Friday, from March through September. We also offer free refreshments and a view of downtown Hillsborough from our rooftop deck. Come by and visit our artists in our bright and open space! We look forward to seeing you!
(919) 766-2532
6 AM-9 PM
+ Open during Last Fridays: March through September
Preservation Fund of Hillsborough
ABOUT THE VENUE: Tour the old Cadwallader Jones Law Office (circa 1810), located on the corner of E Margaret & Court St!
Saltire Gallerie
ABOUT THE VENUE: Saltire Gallerie features an ongoing collection of fine oil paintings, mostly 19th and 20th century Scottish, and also European art. We plan to spice it up this year with contemporary offerings in our ever-evolving collection. Highland landscapes, Scottish colourist paintings, impressionism, expressionist, and equestrian and canine subjects. Our theme, ‘A Sense of Place’ reflects art in our 18th century Scottish-built historic home. Worth a visit!
209 Burnside Dr
Open Thurs 2-6 PM or by appointment on saltiregallerie.com
+ OPEN 4-8 PM on Last Fridays!
Snow Approach Foundation
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Head to Snow Approach to see a giant, blow-up brain and, weather permitting, live music!
Plus, catch Snow Approach with HAC at the Makers Market's FREE ART TABLE to color and learn about your brain! Color by number the different parts of the brain while gaining insights into how it functions.
Coming Soon - Art sale with work by Snow Approach volunteers!!
ABOUT THE VENUE: The Snow Approach Foundation, Inc.’s mission is to provide educational and engagement opportunities that use the Snow Approach techniques to build and support a neurodiverse, inclusive community that adapts to changing brains.
The Colonial Inn
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Live Music, 6-8:15pm, with Mike June!
Catch the Roaming Poets from 7:15-7:45pm.
ABOUT THE VENUE: The Colonial Inn is proud to provide artists and concertgoers a unique setting to experience and be part of the Last Friday music scene in Hillsborough!
Thomas Stevens Gallery/Suite 42
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Exhibit Opening and Artist Reception for Mostly Harmless 2024 ~ a dozen remarkable artists showcasing works that are whimsical, playful, amusing, wacky, quirky, fanciful, peculiar, mysterious, lighthearted, puzzling, offbeat, oddball, atypical, enigmatic, curious, and not particularly dangerous.
Upstairs in Suite 42:
Roaming Poets at 6:35pm.
Live music with singer/songwriter Bill West at 7pm.
Always on view: Rotating selection of distinctly local landscapes, evocative figures, and other artworks by Thomas Stevens.
ABOUT THE VENUE: The gallery features distinctly local landscapes, evocative figures, drawings, sculpture, and artworks by Thomas Stevens, plus inspiring exhibits showcasing remarkable guest artists throughout the year. Upstairs is Suite 42, the working art studio of Thomas Stevens and a unique Last Fridays venue for music and spoken word performances.
Yonder: Southern Cocktails and Brew
MONTHLY HAPPENING:
Featured Artist: Katie Hatfield.
Catch the Roaming Poets from 6-6:30pm.
Live music, 8-11pm, with GHOST + BONES!
ABOUT THE VENUE: Hillsborough's living room & cocktail lounge, Yonder will be featuring monthlong showcases of local artists on the wall, while offering handcrafted southern cocktails, local brews, and dynamic local musicians!
For more information about Last Fridays & the Art Walk, contact us at programs@hillsboroughartscouncil.org or (919) 643-2500.