Bringing the Arts to Life

In Hampshire County,

West Virginia

The Hampshire County Arts Council fosters the creation,  presentation and enjoyment of the arts in our community.


HCAC sees the arts as an integral part of daily life. An art-rich environment enhances the quality of life for residents and visitors and encourages the development, recognition and appreciation of local performers, musicians, artists, and writers.

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Message from the pres – 

“Give an artist space and freedom to express themselves … and suddenly you’ve got a community.” Wildwood Whispers by Willa Reece

The Arts Council has been creating community for artists since 1994. From music to theatre to painting to writing and more, we have been reaching out for 30 years to encourage and support creativity in Hampshire County. And now with our (your!) studios in the Brannon Building in Romney, our dreams are even bigger.

What is an artist? A ukelele player and singer/actor in our community recently commented – “I can’t draw a straight line (so I am not an artist?).” There are so many arts beyond the ones that first spring to mind. From whittling to whistling, quilting (a woman’s art scorned for too long as just work) to quilling, baskets to batik – our creative minds have so many outlets.

Mark your calendar for our celebration of 30 years April 20 – a short business meeting and dinner followed by a concert with the “Famous International Hillbilly Singing Star” – Jim Morris’s latest music group, in the Theatre (Marlin Lane Rankin Hall) in the Brannon Building on the WVSDB Campus in Romney.

The International Hillbilly Singing Stars

2024 Spring Fine Art Show Is On Display until March 30

Judge Linda Volrath with Best-In-Show winner

 

2024 Spring Fine Art Show judge Linda Volrath chose Kristen Colebank’s “Field Day” as Best-in-Show.  
For more pictures and winners click here.

Learn Quilling with Holly Landes

Hampshire County Arts Council Quilling Class For more information, email classes@HampshireArts.org

Art in Public Places

We are always looking for new artists and celebrating our favorites. Watch for new exhibits.. 

For more music, art and fun nearby, check these venues —

The Hampshire County Co-op & Heritage Marketplace in Romney WV

The River House in Capon Bridge WV

The Cat and The Fiddle in Capon Bridge WV offers classes

The Purple Fiddle in Thomas WV

The Allegany Arts Council in Cumberland Md offers a wide variety of events.

Thank You!

The Hampshire County Arts Council sincerely thanks our faithful sponsors whose contributions allow us to offer the community many events each year.

American Insurance Center
Patty Anderson
Wendy & Roger Anderson
Anonymous Donor
The Bank of Romney
Kristen Colebank
John D’Amico
James & Janis Dodgins
FNB Bank
Pam Francis
Stephanie Fulcher
Janet & Neil Gillies

Lois Groves
Lisa & Daniel Hileman
Dottie Eddis & Lowell Hott
Steven Humphrey
Dorothy Kengla
Koolwink Motel
Lamberts Drug Store
Bonnie Long
Melissa Snell & Larry Manning
Dave Martin
Sydney & Edward Maurer

Michelle Nilssen & Dave McNally
Susie & Gil Meyer
Savanna & Clarke Morgret
Paula & Michael O’Brien
Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad
Beth & Tim Reese
Romney Federal Credit Union
Rick Schneider
Seeds of Grace Acres
Daniel Staggers


  Time to Renew Memberships

The Hampshire County Arts Council’s membership year runs from April 1 through March 31 each year, with membership renewal in April. On-Line Renewal is available by clicking the Join/Renewal Online Button or mail your check to Hampshire County Arts Council, P.O. Box 624, Romney, WV  26757.

Your Donations are Appreciated

The Hampshire County Arts Council values our sponsors that are dedicated to continuing the art culture in and around Hampshire County.  On-Line Donations are accepted by clicking the Donate Button or by mailing your check to Hampshire County Arts Council, P.O. Box 624, Romney, WV, 26757.Saturday, Aug. 26,20