Welcome HASP!

The Arts Commission is proud to welcome the Heritage Area String Program to our organization.

The Arts Commission will serve as the fiscal sponsor of this community treasure, joining the Scarlet Cup Theater, Danville Sings and the Pieceable Friends Quilt Guild, all organizations which make art available to our citizens in diverse ways.

Below, two HASP members perform in Perryville as part of our summer concert series bringing music to non-traditional locations in Boyle County.

Gallery Hop 2021 Hits Downtown Danville

Bruce Richardson of Elmwood Inn Fine Teas will welcome Hoppers from 5:30 – 8:00, June 11th.

     Can’t Say Enough About It –

             Gallery Hop 2021 has something for everyone!

     When you have a lot to celebrate, you should!  On June 11th the downtown will be hopping up and down and around the corners.  The best strategy would be to put a chair in the car (or sling it over your shoulder), park in the area, make sure you have this newsletter with you, then eat, shop, and visit, until 8:00 when the chair will be needed for the Gallery Hop After Hours Concert with Power Play.

This newsletter can serve as your guide to locating artists and activities.  Members of the Arts Commission Board will be available at the corner of Main and 3rd to assist you and update you of any changes to the guide.  A table with simple and fun children’s activities will also be located in front of the Hub Coffee House.

I know where I will be on June 11th and I look forward to seeing you somewhere around town as we usher in the Great American Brass Band Festival in style.  Enjoy shopping and mingling responsibly and we will all have a great evening!

Thanks to Louisville Gas &Electric and Kentucky Utilities Foundation for their support of the Gallery Hop.   We appreciate the partnership with the Brass Band Festival staff and volunteers and the City of Danville in making this event go off without a hitch.

BRASS BAND GALLERY HOP 2021

       (O) indicates outside venue

Danville Bike and Footwear – 417 West Main

Jennifer Chambers – writer

Jamie Isaacs – music

Cheryl Mayes – jewelry

Arts Center of the Bluegrass – 401 West Main

David Farmer – Artist in Residence, on exhibit

Germaine Dunn – Artist in Residence

Terrell Atwood – Artist in Residence

Katherine U. White – Artist in Residence

Chris Conley – Ceramics Studio Member

Dionna Baker – Ceramics

Brandon Long – POSTER SIGNING

Mosaic – corner of 4th and Main

Great American Brass Band Festival – 4th and Main (O)

Merchandise cart, posters and pins

Weisiger Park Stage (O)

Power Play – Concert 8:00 – 10:00

311 W. Main St.

Carol’s Bridal – 309 West Main

Kathy Thompson – mixed media

CBD, etc. – 115 N. 3rd

Dennis Toadvine – wood and metal works

Jason Brunz – ceramics

Yolantha Pace – original gifts

Tye Financial – 141 N. 3rd

Tillie Sowders – oils and cards

Boyle County Public Library – 301 W. Broadway (O)

Great American Swing Dance

Walnut Street Ramblers (6:30 – 8:00)

Derby Shoppe and Raggs – 124 N. 3rd

Tom Lamp – watercolors

Margaret Levi – jewelry

Danville Mural – parking area (O)

Chase Bank – 237 W. Main

Matt Rodgers – acrylics and pencil

Keimya Harris – mixed media

Elizabeth Holcomb – acrylics, linocut, charcoal, color pencil

Jordan K’aki – painting

Danville Office Equipment #1 – 233 W. Main (O)

Clay Wolfe – pencil

Kris Steele – acrylics, sculpture

Danville Office Equipment #2 – 233 W. Main (O)

Mike Rogers – woodwork

Debi Rogers – painting

Danville Office Equipment #3 – 233 W. Main (O)

Chris Hubbard – woodwork

Danville Office Equipment #4 – 233 W. Main (O)

Pat Williams – weaving, oils

Maple Tree – 225 W. Main

Jack Cochran – oils

Andrea Akers – watercolors

Lynda Ross – monoprints, oils

Plank – 217 W. Main (O)

LuAnn Lyons – painted rock art

Morgan Vest – jewelry

Elmwood Inn Fine Tea – 135 N. 2nd

Bruce Richardson – photographer and writer

West T. Hill Community Theatre – 117 Larrimore Lane

Opening Act – music and dance

South Ridge Custom Engraving

 Diversitea Mural – parking area (O)

Heart of Danville Office – 112 N. 2nd

Meet the Board

Danville Boyle County African American

Historical Society – 108 N. 2nd

Michael Hughes – historian, archivist

Whitaker Bank – 218 W. Main (O)

(Cheryl has moved to Danville Bike and Footwear)

Hub Coffee Shop – 236 W. Main (O)

Arts Commission information

Children’s activity table

CentreWorks – N. 3rd

Roni Gilpin, glass and painting – Lobby

Kate Snyder, mosaics – 3rd Floor

Kathy York – York’s Corks and More

LIFTOFF! Graduates – 3rd Floor

A & L Accessories – 324 W. Main

Sarah Hogue – acrylics, marker pen art

Sandy Hogue – Sandy’s Surprises

Harvey’s – 120 S. 4th

Lori Goggan – acrylics

Emma Jackson – music

Jane Barleycorn’s – 130 S. 4th    

Connie Beale – collage, oils

Travis Kern – musician

 

“Gallery Hop 2020” not lost – just different

 

The Arts Commission’s Brass Band Gallery Hop is going virtual – but that’s just the announcement.  All your favorite shops and locations are still supporting the arts and you can too, by browsing safely for days to come.  We will be featuring on Facebook and the events calendar of this website, the shops you know and love, as well as businesses and organizations which support local art through collecting and displaying works in their locations.  So, like, follow and share us on Facebook and check out what makes Danville and Boyle County a special place for art and artists.  The postings will include links or information on how to contact the locations for any specials and up-to-date opening and closing details.

The Arts Commission thanks LGE&KU for support of the 2020 Gallery Hop.

A pretty day in the Park

Historic Constitution Square is the perfect shady spot for a surprise summer concert by the local dulcimer group.

 

ART SEEK AND FIND – PLAY ALONG

ART SEEK AND FIND

Spend some time outside with your family.

Stroll around downtown and keep your eyes open.

Photos will be posted on Tuesdays and Fridays.  Click on Events Page for photo.

The rules are simple.

  1. Go for a walk, keeping your distance from others.  Wear your mask(s).
  2. Download this form from danvillearts.org and keep it handy.
  3. All details can be seen from public sidewalks. All items are between Constitution Square and Centre College and between Walnut and Broadway.
  4. Write down the detail name and location by number.
  5. Photos of details will appear on danvillearts.org events calendar.
  6. When it is all over, send a snapshot of your completed form to arts@historicdanvilleky.com. Send us a photo of you on your search if you want.
  7. Fill out section giving us permission to post or print your photo if you want.

DETAIL LIST

Name of detail                          Location               Date visited

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Names of participants________________________________________

Email (if you wish) ___________________________________________

Do we have your permission to post photos? YES _____ NO _____

If yes, we must have your email for confirmation.

 

Return to Arts Commission at arts@historicdanvilleky.com

 

Comments?

 

 

Please play responsibly and safely!

Thank you, and have a good time!

The Arts Commission

 

2019 Arts Citizens of the Year Awarded

Robby Henson and Heather Henson were presented with the Arts Commission’s 2019 Arts Citizens of the Year Award on January 13th at the Danville City Commission meeting at City Hall.  Robby and Heather were selected for their outstanding work in their individual artistic fields as well as their work at the Pioneer Playhouse in Danville.  Robby is a film director, writer and founder of the Voices Inside program at Northpoint .  He also is on the faculty at the University of Kentucky, teaching screenwriting and directing.  Robby has made Danville is fulltime home as he develops plays and directs at the Playhouse as the Artistic Director.

Heather Henson is an award winning book writer focusing primarily on children and young adults.  Most of her themes are based around Kentucky stories and people.  Heather, too, has made Danville her home where she is now Managing Director of the Playhouse working with Robby and their mother Charlotte to continue the operation of the Playhouse now entering its 71st season.  Charlotte was named Arts Citizen of the Year in 2006.

Robby and Heather were presented with awards designed and created by local glass artist Roni Gilpin and with City Proclamations recognizing their accomplishments.

Robby, Charlotte and Heather Henson

Kentucky Heritage Quilt Society Program Coming to Danville

Do you have a special quilt made in Kentucky or owned by a Kentucky resident?  Was your quilt made before 1980?  Then you should really consider participating in the Kentucky Quilt Registry Program.  You will have a perfect opportunity the weekend of March 27th and 28th at the Boyle County Public Library when the Kentucky Heritage Quilt Society will be in town to document qualified quilts.

Individuals wishing to have quilts documented are encouraged to make reservations.  Reservations will be open beginning Feb. 17th at the Boyle County Extension Office.   There is no charge to have quilts documented, but there is a limit of two quilts per person.

The weekend will also include a free presentation by Vickie Coleman on March 26th at 6:30 at the Library.  Vickie will explain the differences and similarities  between documentation, assessment and judging of vintage and antique quilts.  The evening is open to the public and does not require advance reservations.

Individuals interested in volunteering for the registry event may also register at the Boyle County Extension Office beginning Feb. 17th.  There are several jobs for volunteers which do not require extensive knowledge of quilts.  Training will be provided.

This program is sponsored by the Kentucky Heritage Quilt Society, the Boyle County Extension Office, the Heart of Danville and the Arts Commission of Danville/Boyle County.

Time to adopt a fire hydrant!

  

Stan Clifford and DecoArt have teamed up with the Arts Commission to spruce up the fire hydrants in and around downtown Danville.  Designer PLA Schneider produced several clever ideas for Fire Chief Ken Pflug to consider. Here are his choices and how much fun!

So, scout around your neighborhood and the downtown to stake your claim to one of the fire hydrants which are candidates for a makeover.  Priority goes to those which are already painted and really in need of a face lift.  Each fire hydrant has a metal disc with a number.  Note the number and the address and contact the Arts Commission to reserve your own fire hydrant.

Kits with paint, template and instructions will be provided courtesy of DecoArt and some friends of the Arts Commission.

Come on!  Join in the fun with your family, friends and kids and leave your mark!!

Gallery Hop – June 6

Arts Commission’s June Gallery Hop is here!  Downtown Danville will be live with music, visual art and food to welcome visitors into shops, restaurants and a variety of other venues on June 6th from 5:30 – 8:00.  A special feature this year is the Entrepreneur Mall at McDaniel Wealth.  All artists who participated in the year- long Entrepreneur program will exhibit their work and talk with visitors about their experiences.

This year, the list of venues and artists is printed in this newsletter.  Additional copies will be available at Arts Commission tables located along Main Street.  Host locations will have a purple banner hanging in front.  Come early and stay all evening shopping eating, visiting and listening.  Start your Brass Band weekend with local flavors and flair!

*Indicate Arts Commission information tables

*McDaniel Wealth – 213 West Main

  •                Travis Kern and Eliza Marsh – music
  •                Jacquie Woodward and Grace McDaniel – visual  and wearable art
  •                Kathleen O’Brien and Mayme Taylor – visual art
  •                Deborah Peckler and Abby Quirk-Royal – fiber art
  •                Roni Gilpin and Marie Taylor – glass
  •                Smokey and the Brisket – BBQ truck

Cerci on Main – 217 West Main

  •                Judy Mercer – author

Maple Tree – 225 West Main

  •                Kathy York – York’s Corks
  •                Jack Cochran – oils
  •                Andrea Sheene – watercolors

Posh Apparel – 235 West Main

  •               Diana Kestly

Chase Bank – 237 West Main

  •                Cheryl Mayes – jewelry
  •                Danville High School – Louise Wilkinson project
  •                Pieceable Friends Quilt Guild and
  •                Arts Commission – quilt restoration project

Centre College Bookstore – 236 West Main

  •                Lynda Ross – monoprints and oils

*Hub Coffee House – 236 West Main

Raymond James – 306 West Main

  •                Connie Beale – oils and collage

A & L Accessories – 324 West Main

  •                Paul Muth – pottery
  •                Sharon LeMonds – jewelry
  •                Margaret Levi – jewelry
  •                Sandy Hogue – Sandy’s Surprises

Carol’s Bridal – 309 West Main

  •                  Kathy Thompson – watercolor and acrylic

The former Cue on Main – 303 West Main

  •                John Dixon – Brass Band poster artist

Community Arts Center – 401 West Main

  •                Chris Conley – pottery
  •                David Farmer – artist in residence
  •                Mark Wilhelm – artist in residence
  •                Sarah Wiltsee – artist in residence

Tut’s – 415 West Main

  •                Mike Archer – music

*Danville Bike and Footwear – 417 West Main

  •                Carrie Snow – pottery
  •                Boyle County High School – Louise Wilkinson project
  •                Boyle County Middle School – Sgt. Pepper picture station

Danville City Hall – 445 West Main

  •                Mismatched Bluegrass – music
  •                Combination – taco food truck

Sheehan, Barnett, Dean, Pennington, Dexter and Tucker, P.S.C.

– 114 South Fourth Street

  •                Coby Langham – music
  •                Marlene Hanna – oils

Harvey’s – 120 South Fourth

  •                Teddy Tolar – music

Boyle County Public Library – 301 West Broadway

  •                Walnut Street Ramblers – music and dance
  •                (7:30 – 9:00)

Dabberhashery – 131 North Fourth

  •                Jason Sinkhorn – music

Sherwin Williams – 111 North Fourth

  •                Bob Gundy – gouache
  •                Shepherd’s House – mural

Plank on Main – 119 West Main

  •                Blue Groove Jazz – music

Tom Tye Financial – 141 North Third

  •                Tillie Sowders – oils

Derby Shoppe and Raggs – 124 North Third

  •                Tom Lamp – watercolors
  •                Danville mural
  •                Big Jack’s Coffee and Donuts

Elmwood Inn Fine Teas – 135 North Second

  •                Diversitea mural
  •                Photography
  •                Tea tent