Celebration of the Arts

Celebration of the Arts Celebration of the Arts represents one of the largest juried sacred art shows in the country.

Celebration of the Arts began in 1972 as part of the Music & Arts Ministry of First United Methodist Church (FUMC). Celebration has grown to represent one of the largest juried sacred art shows in the country. It features artists from throughout the Midwest in a variety of media including oils, acrylic, watercolor, sculpture, fiber, photography, and more. During the festival, there are many individual events, including concerts, gallery walks, and art activities.

The 51st Annual Celebration of the Arts is postponed until Spring 2027We regret to announce that, due to significant del...
04/29/2026

The 51st Annual Celebration of the Arts is postponed until Spring 2027

We regret to announce that, due to significant delays in completing our renovations, we must postpone the next Celebration of the Arts until spring 2027. - https://mailchi.mp/grandrapidsfumc/celebration-2026

Celebration of the Arts: Looking Ahead to 2026!Due to extensive construction in 2025, we will be unable to host Celebrat...
04/03/2025

Celebration of the Arts: Looking Ahead to 2026!
Due to extensive construction in 2025, we will be unable to host Celebration of the Arts this year. While we will miss this beloved event, we look forward to celebrating our 51st Celebration of the Arts in 2026!

Thank you for your continued support, and we can’t wait to welcome you back in 2026 for an inspiring showcase of creativity and community.
https://mailchi.mp/grfumc/celebration-2025

Due to extensive construction in 2025, we will be unable to host Celebration of the Arts. We look forward to our 51st Ce...
11/06/2024

Due to extensive construction in 2025, we will be unable to host Celebration of the Arts. We look forward to our 51st Celebration of the Arts in 2026!

Join us Sunday for an organ concert presented as part of the 50th Anniversary of Celebration of the Arts and a collabora...
05/01/2024

Join us Sunday for an organ concert presented as part of the 50th Anniversary of Celebration of the Arts and a collaboration with the Grand Rapids Chapter of the American Guild of Organists! Check out the upcoming concert series. - https://mailchi.mp/grfumc/r5iihayj7e-3035084

Celebration of the Arts: Off the Wall Party | TUESDAY, APRIL 30: 4 - 7 PM ― Selected Artists are invited to join us for ...
04/29/2024

Celebration of the Arts: Off the Wall Party | TUESDAY, APRIL 30: 4 - 7 PM ― Selected Artists are invited to join us for hors d’oeuvres and conversation as they pick up their artwork. The gallery closes at 1:00 pm. Artwork may not be picked up prior to 1:00 pm. Please join us for “Off the Wall.” https://mailchi.mp/grfumc/r5iihayj7e-3035036

Art of the Day: "Queen of Heaven: Guiding Christ" by Kat Kallen. Stop by the gallery today to visit the show from 10am -...
04/29/2024

Art of the Day: "Queen of Heaven: Guiding Christ" by Kat Kallen. Stop by the gallery today to visit the show from 10am - 3pm.

Art of the Day: "Just a Memory" by Lloyd Van Duyn and Honorable Mention award winner! Stop by the gallery today from 10a...
04/28/2024

Art of the Day: "Just a Memory" by Lloyd Van Duyn and Honorable Mention award winner! Stop by the gallery today from 10am - 5pm. The Chamber Choir of Grand Rapids presents the “Sounds of Spring” today at 3 pm as part of the 50th Anniversary of Celebration of the Arts. Tickets at chamberchoirgr.org.

Art of the Day: "Prayer Walk" by Carole Hunnes-Nielsen and Honorable Mention award winner! Stop by the gallery today fro...
04/27/2024

Art of the Day: "Prayer Walk" by Carole Hunnes-Nielsen and Honorable Mention award winner! Stop by the gallery today from 10am - 2pm. Join us in worship tomorrow at 10 am and at 3 pm for a special Chamber Choir of Grand Rapids concert “Sounds of Spring “as part of the 50th Anniversary of Celebration of the Arts. Tickets $15 online and $20 at the door.

Did you get a chance to visit the Celebration of the Arts gallery? This is your last weekend, showing through April 30!
04/26/2024

Did you get a chance to visit the Celebration of the Arts gallery? This is your last weekend, showing through April 30!

Art of the Day: "My Father’s House" by Gail Hollinger and Honorable Mention award winner! Stop by the gallery today to v...
04/26/2024

Art of the Day: "My Father’s House" by Gail Hollinger and Honorable Mention award winner! Stop by the gallery today to visit the show from 10am - 3pm.

Art of the Day: "Transcending the Bars of Prejudice: Nelson Mandela" by David M Verslui and Social Justice award winner!...
04/25/2024

Art of the Day: "Transcending the Bars of Prejudice: Nelson Mandela" by David M Verslui and Social Justice award winner! Stop by the gallery today from 10am - 3pm.

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227 Fulton Street E
Grand Rapids, MI
49503

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