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OPEN HOUSE at the Chaffee Art Center

OPEN HOUSE at the Chaffee Art Center

OPEN HOUSE at the Chaffee Art Center with Artist Demos & FREE Activities on Sat., May 24; 10am–3pm Come celebrate with us as it’s Vermont Open Studio Weekend presented by the Vermont Crafts Council! Artist Demos:* Wood Carving* Painting on Canvas in many mediums! Visit 

It’s All About the Arts

It’s All About the Arts

Check out the latest edition of PegTV’s “It’s All About the Arts”. Thank you PegTV!

Exciting News!

Exciting News!

The Chaffee Art Center and @rrmcvt are collaborating to bring beautiful and inspiring artwork to the hallway leading to their cafeteria.  Thank you to Kevin and Dan for helping hang the pieces, and to Erin for coordinating us all in this project! We will be 

The Vermont Palette Members’ Exhibition

The Vermont Palette Members’ Exhibition

Exhibition Dates: Apr. 11–May 22, 2025Location: The Chaffee Art Center, 16 South Main St., Rutland, VT Join us Apr. 26, 2025, from 2–4pm, for an opening reception exploring thevibrant works of the Vermont Pastel Society’s talented artists. The Vermont Pastel Society Presents: The Vermont Palette 

2025 Summer Camps

2025 Summer Camps

Explore the Arts this summer at the Chaffee Art Center! Get ready for a  fantastic summer filled with art, laughter, creativity and FUN!Can’t wait to see what these young aspiring artists create this year!Also be sure to check out our Youth Classes offered monthly. MUST 

Join us for a Music Event to benefit West Rutland High School Musical Department — CANCELLED

Join us for a Music Event to benefit West Rutland High School Musical Department — CANCELLED

Wedneday, Mar. 26Featuring Phil Henry and Mitch Barronwith West Rutland’s new acoustic folk ensemble, “Westside Roots”6:30–8:30pm

Chaffee Annual Student Exhibit March 8–April 4

Just wanted to announce our Annual Student Exhibit dates for your planning purposes. Can’t believe we have been showcasing student art with a special Exhibit since the 1970s and it’s still happening today … thanks to all of you! 2025 Annual Student Exhibit“An Artful Adventure”March