Discover Art Around Every Corner
Rowan Arts Council
Supporting the Arts. Inspiring Our Community.
Whether you’re looking for upcoming events, artists for your projects, funding opportunities, ways to showcase your work, or resources for artists, we’re here to help you creativity thrive throughout Rowan County.
Creating a More Vibrant Rowan County Through the Arts
The arts bring people together, inspire creativity, and strengthen our community. The Rowan Arts Council is committed to supporting local artists, promoting cultural experiences, and creating opportunities for residents and visitors to engage with the visual and performing arts.
Whether you’re looking for upcoming events, funding opportunities, ways to showcase your work, or resources for artists, we’re here to help creativity thrive throughout Rowan County.
Art Events Calendar
Discover art exhibits, performances, festivals, workshops, and community events happening throughout Rowan County. Submit your gallery openings, performances, or other art events to the calendar below. All events must take place in Rowan County.
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- 12Summer Exhibition5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Artist Series 5:00PM – 10:00PM • Free Admission Experience the best of local and regional artistry at the Rowan Arts Council’s 2026 Art Show Series. Each month, we spotlight a different artist, offering a unique opportunity to explore fresh work, connect with the creative process, and hear the stories behind each , ... - 13
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- 1821st Annual Oyster Roast6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Fundraiser 6:30PM – 10:00PM Come join us for our 21st Annual Oyster Roast Friday September 18th from 5-10PM. All profits will go to the Rowan County Arts Council to be awarded through Artist grants. , ... - 19
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- 22Summer Reception5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5:30PM – 7:00PM The Rowan County Arts Council proudly presents its annual Member Art Show, featuring outstanding artists from Salisbury and across Rowan County. Join us for intimate evenings filled with inspiration, conversation, and community. , ...H&W Pottery with Brent Smith6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Lecture Series 6:00PM – 8:30PM Come join us for for an evening in the Gallery for a lecture from Pottery Artist Brent Smith. Lecture will have a demonstration and hands on Collaboration. , ... - 23
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- 30Formed, Fired and Woven: Women in Material5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Lecture Series 5:30PM – 7:00PM Come join us for for an evening in the Gallery for the lecture Formed, Fired and Woven: Women in Material. Lecture will have a demonstration and hands on Collaboration. , ... - 1
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Artist Resources
Find tools, opportunities, and information designed to help local artists grow, connect, and share their work.
Grant Opportunities
Supporting creativity through funding that helps artists, nonprofits, schools, and community organizations bring arts programs and projects to life.
Arts Festival
Celebrate creativity at the Rowan Arts Festival, where artists, performers, and the community come together for a day of inspiration, entertainment, and local talent.
Support Rowan Arts Council
Your support, whether it’s time, talent, and/or money is an essential part of enabling Rowan Arts Council to develop the Salisbury-Rowan arts & cultural community to its greatest potential.
Follow Us & Receive Email Updates
Stay in the know on current happenings. Don’t forget to tag us at @RowanCreates and use the hashtag #RowanCreates