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Art Walk

Saturday, July 20, 2024

Join us for a celebration of arts & culture in Petersburg, WV
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Followed by a Grand Opening Celebration at South Side Studios 
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Judy's Drug Store

Stop at Judy's to take a picture with local artist, Kelson Thorne's, mural "Pollination" and create your own butterfly-themed artwork.

Learn more about Judy's Drug Store 24 N. Main Street

Landes Art Center

Join the Landes Art Center to view hometown native Robert Nelson's inspirational photography & art exhibit. Refreshments will be served.

Learn more about Landes Center - 20 Mountain View Street.

The Grove Cafe & Bakery

Visit The Grove Cafe & Bakery for artsy AND yummy goodness!

Learn more about The Grove Cafe 26 Virginia Avenue

Twin Knots Gallery & Studio

Twin Knots will be showcasing the original artwork and products by Dr. Bruce Leslie and other local artists. Explore handcrafted arts & crafts designed for gifting to those you love!

Learn more about Twin Knots - - 204 Virginia Ave.

Grant County Historical Society

Founded in 1975, the Grant County Historical Society procures and preserves all aspects of local history including writings & physical objects . Stop by the Old Courthouse to learn more about our history!

Learn more about the Old Courthouse 115 Virginia Ave

Grant County Family Support Center

Join the Family Support Center for a variety of family-friendly art activities - inside and outside on Alt Avenue!

Learn more about Family Support Center 101 Alt Avenue

Wildfire Mural

Stop and appreciate Petersburg's newest public art piece which honors our local heroes and celebrates regrowth. Completed in May by muralist, Kelson Thorne.

Learn more about Kelson's work - 49 S. Main Street

Kevin Black Chainsaw Carving

Kevin has been carving professionally since 2002 and carves on-site stumps, interior log beams, benches, signs, totem poles and more! He has competed (and placed!) in carving competitions across the US. Come watch Kevin work during the Art Walk!

Learn more about Kevin Black

Wildfire Documentary

Catch the debut of a short film focused on the story behind the public art piece “Wildfire”. Produced by local film-maker, Hunter Sites of Illusive Studios, the short documentary about our heroes who combatted the 2024 WV wildfires locally will be available to watch during the Art Walk.

Learn more about the documentary 49 S. Main Street
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South Side Studios

South Side Studios will be open for the duration of the Art Walk (from 1:00 - 4:00 PM). The resident artists' studios will be open and their show will be available for viewing in the gallery. Following the Art Walk, join us at South Side Studios for our opening celebration.

Opening Celebration from 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Join us for live music, food, and lots of art! Screen print your own t-shirt or tote bag, make your own piece of art and celebrate with us!

#1 “Pollination” Mural & Butterfly Art @ Judy’s
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This event will be held rain or shine!

Worried about rain or heat ruining a good time? Potomac Valley Transit Authority has you covered! A shuttle will be running between all of the points of interest from 1 - 4 PM on July 20th!