Our Mission
The Bay School Community Arts Center is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide people of all ages and abilities opportunities to learn, experience, and appreciate the arts. Through excellence and diversity in classes, exhibits, lectures, and performances, The Bay School is a gathering place for all.
Art Speaks Juried Exhibition
Our annual statewide juried exhibition is scheduled for April 25 - May 25, 2026. Open to Virginia artists working in all media, this exhibition showcases the best of Virginia's contemporary art. We are accepting artist applications now!
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December Artist of the Month: Denise Bush
Learn More & View Her WorkDenise considers herself a serial crafter. She became immersed in jewelry making after leaving the Navy. Denise has spent time exploring and perfecting her creative techniques. Her grandma Zoa started “that crafting bug” by teaching her to embroider before she could even write. Now Denise creates jewelry that incorporates delicate flowers from her garden and other intricate designs that use anything she can find from vintage buttons to botanicals.
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Winter-Spring 2026 Classes Open for Enrollment
View & EnrollWe have something for EVERYONE! We offer plenty of opportunities to indulge your creativity and learn something new by taking a Bay School art class. You also can download copies of available catalogs or request hard copies.
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Upcoming Opportunities for Exhibition
Check back for upcoming shows currently accepting entries.
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New Art Kits to Go Available
Buy One NowGet our latest Art Kits to Go, which feature a hoppy frog and a cheesy mouse. You can come by the gallery to pick one up or purchase it online.
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Get Your Own Bay School Hat, Apron, or Tote Bag!
See & Shop the CollectionThe Bay School now has baseball caps, aprons, and totes available for purchase that display our logo.
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Join The Bay School's Creative Circle Open Studio and Reignite Your Creative Spark
Learn MoreWe're starting the New Year with a new opportunity for artists to get together, share ideas, and make art in a community environment. The Creative Circle meets every 2nd Tuesday, and new Reigniting Your Creative Spark sessions are the 4th Tuesday each month. Participation is FREE; come to one session or come to all.
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Become a Volunteer!
Learn MoreWant to be part of a fun-loving, creative community? Consider volunteering with us at one of our many events or exhibitions.
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Enjoy the Benefits of Membership!
Learn MoreBecome part of a vibrant community of art lovers and creative individuals of all ages. Our updated and improved membership program offers our community even more reasons to join us!
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We are hiring!
Learn moreWould you like to get more involved and join our staff? We are hiring a part time Gallery and Administrative Assistant. Customer Service is the most important part of this position, so if you have a ready smile and some computer skills, you might be the right person to join us! View the job description at the link below and reach out to Pam if you are interested.