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.
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Up Next… see what’s happening in and around the Hampshire County Arts Community.
Children’s Theatre Coming This July
Missoula Children’s Theatre will offer a wonderful free opportunity for Hampshire County children to participate in a production of the classic tale, Hansel & Gretel. Details will be coming, but mark your calendar for July 18-23, 2022.
Calling Artists for Annual Arts Festival
The Annual Hampshire Highlands Arts & Music Festival in Romney, WV, is the place for artists to display and sell their unique creations on Saturday, September 10 . Visitors come from far and wide to have an opportunity to buy original work from local artists at our festival, knowing they will find great values and exceptional art.
Participants who register before May 1 may have one free, 2-line “Shoutout” in the festival program booklet.
Application for Artists New to the Festival. Registration for Artists. Shoutouts for Festival Program Booklet
Art in Public Places
We are always looking for new artists and celebrating our favorites. And with the support of local businesses, you can see who is doing what at the following locations –
- Jill Baldinger and other artists from the Keyser area at Bank of Romney on Main Street in Romney – March 11 – April 22
And click here to see how you can participate. Join the community of artists.
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
Wendy & Roger Anderson
The Bank of Romney
Dot & Bill Calvert
Sarah Evans
Cheryl & Ed Ferguson
FNB Bank
Janet & Neil Gillies
Lois & Dean Hagerty
Lisa & Daniel Hileman
Linda & Gary Hill
Dottie Eddis & Lowell Hott
Robert Hott
Dorothy Kengla
Koolwink
Bonnie Long
Priscilla Lemaster
Melissa Snell & Larry Manning
Alona & Bill Martin
Sydney & Edward Maurer
Michelle Nilssen & Dave McNally
Susie & Gil Meyer
Marion Mich
Savanna & Clarke Morgret
Paula & Michael O’Brien
Mica Perry
Beth & Tim Reese
Kathryn & Erik Rosa
Ruth & Tom Rowan
Carol & Mike Shaw
Daniel Staggers
Beverly Steele
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.