Western Avenue Studios

September Summer Open Art Studios & Outdoor Market
2024-09-07 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | Western Avenue Studios & Lofts, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Save the date for our September Summer Open Art Studios & Outdoor Market on 9/7, from noon to 5 pm. This is a free event.

Wonder Women Now: Anne Plaisance | 1st & 2nd Floor Mini Galleries
2024-09-07 10:00 - 2024-09-28 17:00 | 2nd Floor Mini Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Wonder Women Now is a group exhibition & a women empowerment art project addressing the issue of domestic violence in the world. Through a multidisciplinary art project and art exhibition our vision is to empower women with hope and inspiration. This transformative art exhibition allows the visitor to walk through the heroic journey of celebrities, women and children who reclaimed their power.
You can visit these mini galleries on the 1st & 2nd floor of Western Avenue Studios. Mini galleries will be up and open to the public September 5th, 2024 through September 29th, 2024 any day of the week from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM at 122 Western Avenue Studios, Lowell, MA.

Waypoint: Sydney Leonard | Lofts Lobby
2024-09-07 - 2024-11-10 | Loft Lobby, 160 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Our skilled loft artist Sydney Leonard exhibits a series of large scale quilts made from hand dyed/printed materials and reclaimed fabrics. These 6 larger works are the culmination of 7 years of hand embroidery.
From the artist: “Fiber art is typically under-represented in fine art contexts. An all-fiber show may assist you with foot traffic to other fiber textile artists in the building”.
Open on Saturday Open studios on October 5th & 6th 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM and by appointment request through email.
Reach out to: info@westernavenuestudios.com
This gallery can be found in our lobby gallery at the LOFTS
160 Western Avenue Studios. Lowell, MA 01851.

Unique Visions: Barbara Fletcher and May DeViney at the 3rd Floor Mini Gallery
2024-09-01 10:00 - 2024-12-15 17:00 | 3rd Floor Mini Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Unique Visions is an exhibition by two distinguished Western Avenue artists that consists of paintings, mixed media & sculpture . Check out their artwork any day of the week 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. This mini gallery will be shown on our third floor September 1st, 2024 through December 15th, 2024.
Opening reception will be October 5th from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Political Isms: Ism is a noun meaning ideological movement typically political or artistic. In our modern world there are a lot of isms at play. Artists May DeViney and Barbara Fletcher bring together different isms meeting in the middle with humor, color, technique and intention.
Make sure to check it out in our third floor at 122 Western Avenue Studio, Lowell, MA.

Shelter: Group Exhibition | 4th Floor Mini Gallery
2024-09-01 10:00 - 2024-11-05 17:00 | 4th Floor Mini Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
“Shelter” is a group art exhibition featuring Western Avenue artists happening on the fourth floor mini gallery. You can check it out any day of the week from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM starting September 1st, 2024 through November 5th, 2024 at 122 Western Avenue Studios, Lowell, MA, 4th Floor.
What is Shelter? Shelter is something that provides protection, safety and sanctuary. Over 15 artists explore this concept through diverse works of art ranging from the natural world to the social/political issues of our times.

Refuge Art School Summer Festival (Fundraiser)
2024-08-04 12:00 - 17:00 | MA
SAVE THE DATE for Refuge Art School Summer Art Festival!
There will be Live Art, Games, Food & Drinks and more!

August Summer Open Art Studios & Outdoor Market
2024-08-03 12:00 - 17:00 | Western Avenue Studios & Lofts, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Save the date for our August Summer Open Art Studios & Outdoor Market on 8/3, from noon to 5 pm. This is a free event.

Horizons: Member artist show at Loading Dock Gallery
2024-07-31 - 2024-09-01 | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Join us at Loading Dock Gallery as we embark on an extraordinary journey beyond the visible edge and explore the infinite possibilities of “Horizon,” a captivating showcase delving into the literal and metaphorical concept of Horizons featuring works from inspirational and talented member artists of the Loading Dock Gallery using multiple mediums.
Through the artists’ exploration of the intricacies of an horizon in the context of both the edge of a landscape where the earth and sky meet and the limitations and possibilities of an individual’s experience, ideas, goals, and knowledge. Our member artists share visualizations of their own “Horizons”.
HORIZONS can be enjoyed July 31, 2024 through September 1, 2024 at the Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, Noon-5:30 pm, Wednesday-Saturday, until 4pm Sunday. Reception 3-5pm, Saturday, August 3, 2024. More at www.theloadingdockgallery.com.
Loading Dock Gallery is part of Loading Dock Arts, Inc., a 501c3.

Being Here at Loading Dock Gallery
2024-07-03 12:00 - 17:30 | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Loading Dock Gallery presents BEING HERE, an exploration of presence, perception, and the profound connection between a mother and son through the medium of abstract painting and collage. Laura Massei’s and Derek Raymond’s distinct interpretations of life, through their individual works, serve as visual meditations, inspiring hope and resilience while offering a glimpse into the boundless possibilities that unfold when we learn to embrace the present with an open heart and mind.

Come and see how their shared artistic dialogue weaves a tapestry of emotions, memories and aspirations—each navigating the range of complexities found in the everyday and acknowledging their continued personal growth through the transformative power of art and design.

BEING HERE can be enjoyed July 3 through July 28 at the Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, Noon-5:30 pm, Wednesday-Saturday, until 4pm Sunday. Reception 3-5pm, Saturday, July 6, 2024. More at www.theloadingdockgallery.com.

Loading Dock Gallery is part of Loading Dock Arts, Inc., a 501c3.

July Summer Open Art Studios & Outdoor Market
2024-07-06 12:00 - 17:00 | Western Avenue Studios & Lofts, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Ignite your summer spirit with a sensational burst of creativity and fun at our July Summer Open Art Studios & Outdoor Market event. Explore five floors of art studios, two floors of artist lofts, a cozy coffee shop, a vibrant co-op art gallery, a lively brewery, delicious offerings from a food truck, an engaging outdoor market, and captivating live music. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of art and inspiration. See you here!
Food truck of the day: Empanda Dada (Outside our Main Entrance)
Performers of the day:
1 pm – Tee & The Gents
3 pm – TBA
This month the Loading Dock Gallery hosts a show titled “Being There”. With an artist reception from 3 pm until 5 pm.
There is no charge for this event. This event is dog-friendly. We just ask that you keep your pup on a leash.
