November 2017
“Fallingwater” book signing
Marc Harshman unveils "Fallingwater: The Building of Frank Lloyd Wright's Masterpiece," his new book for children, at the Wheeling Artisan Center, 1400 Main St, Wheeling, on Friday, Nov. 3, from 4-7 p.m. Joining Marc will be co-author Anna Egan Smucker. This book guides readers through Wright's process designing Fallingwater, from his initial inspirations to the home's breathtaking culmination. Graceful prose and rich, dynamic illustrations breathe life into the story of Frank and Fallingwater, a man and home utterly unlike any…
Find out more »Mt. Wood Cemetery Fundraiser Presale
This event is the PRESALE for the Mt. Wood Cemetery Fundraiser Book Sale! A $5 admission fee will allow you special access to shop the book sale before everyone else from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. on Monday, November 6. Located on the 3rd floor of the Wheeling Artisan Center. The regular book sale (no admission fee) is Tuesday-Saturday from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Find out more »Mt. Wood Cemetery Fundraiser Book Sale
A Gigantic Used & Old Book Sale! Located on the 3rd floor of the Wheeling Artisan Center. The community has been graciously donating their gently used and old books for the past several months to our efforts -- We have thousands! All proceeds from this book sale will benefit the preservation of Wheeling’s most historic cemetery. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, November 7-11, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.: General Sale Friday, November 10: Half-price sale Saturday, November 11: Fill a bag for $5
Find out more »January 2018
Show of Hands
Show of Hands is a community-supported crowd-funding event. Community members are presented with projects that would positively impact Wheeling and vote on the project they want to support with donations from the door and generous support of our community partners. Click here to learn more about our upcoming Show of Hands presenters! HOW SHOW OF HANDS WORKS: Attendees make a donation of at least $5 for a vote. Four pre-selected proposals for projects that benefit the community are presented. Attendees…
Find out more »March 2018
Wheeling Celtic Celebration
Join us for the 22nd annual Wheeling Celtic Celebration at the Wheeling Artisan Center, 1400 Main Street. Featuring live continuous entertainment, a Celtic marketplace, children's activity area, and authentic Celtic foods. Admission is $7. The event is free for those 12 and under. Entertainment schedule: 11 am: Welcome and Opening Remarks 11:15 am - 12:15 pm: Pittsburgh Scottish Country Dancers 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm: Macdonald Pipe Band of Pittsburgh 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm: Burke Conroy School of Irish Dance 2:45…
Find out more »April 2018
Gallery Show: Bernie Peace Recent Work, Mostly
Join us Thursday, April 5, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for the opening reception of "Bernie Peace Recent Work, Mostly," by Bernie Peace. If you can't make it to the reception, be sure to stop by and browse the show! It runs through April 26, on the third floor of the Wheeling Artisan Center. Gallery Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. ‐ 5 p.m.
Find out more »May 2018
Show of Hands
Show of Hands is a community-supported crowd-funding event. Community members are presented with projects that would positively impact Wheeling and vote on the project they want to support with donations from the door and generous support of our community partners. Click here to learn more about our upcoming Show of Hands presenters! HOW SHOW OF HANDS WORKS: Attendees make a donation of at least $5 for a vote. Four pre-selected proposals for projects that benefit the community are presented. Attendees…
Find out more »September 2018
Art exhibit: Tom Griffith’s Wheeling
Stop by the Wheeling Artisan Center to see "Tom Griffith’s Wheeling: Art & Architecture." This exhibit features over 20 paintings by local artist, Tom Griffith, that interpret Wheeling’s past. The paintings are from the collection of Wheeling Heritage. Gallery Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. ‐ 5 p.m.
Find out more »Show of Hands
Show of Hands is a community-supported crowd-funding event. Community members are presented with projects that would positively impact Wheeling and vote on the project they want to support with donations from the door and generous support of our community partners. Click here to learn more about our upcoming Show of Hands presenters! HOW SHOW OF HANDS WORKS: Attendees make a donation of at least $5 for a vote. Four pre-selected proposals for projects that benefit the community are presented. Attendees…
Find out more »October 2018
Exhibit opening: The Poe Show
Join us Thursday, Oct. 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. for the opening reception of "The Poe Show," an invitational exhibition of 25+ artists interpreting Edgar Allan Poe in a variety of mediums. If you can't make it to the reception, be sure to stop by and browse the show. It runs through Oct. 31 on the third floor of the Wheeling Artisan Center, 1400 Main Street. Gallery Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. ‐ 5 p.m.
Find out more »November 2018
Exhibit opening: Portrait of America
Join us Thursday, Nov. 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. for the opening reception of “Portrait of America,” paintings by Alan Fitzpatrick. This exhibit will feature 55 pieces of oil on wood panels, all portrait subject matter. Alan's portraits capture the emotion and spirit of individuals in an ultra-realistic style, whether it is a historical character from the 18th-century or a contemporary model. This body of 55 pieces of his work is a testament to his passion for bringing our…
Find out more »December 2018
Handmade Holiday
Handmade Holiday is a new event that invites shoppers to buy local, shop small and discover one-of-a-kind gifts for the holiday season. The event will take place Saturday, Dec. 1, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Wheeling Artisan Center, 1400 Main Street, Wheeling. Inspired by the independent craft fair movement throughout the country, Handmade Holiday strives to establish a marketplace of unique and creative handmade goods that support local artists and increases awareness about handmade, locally produced craft goods and…
Find out more »January 2019
Show of Hands
Show of Hands is a community-supported crowd-funding event. Community members are presented with projects that would positively impact Wheeling and vote on the project they want to support with donations from the door and generous support of our community partners. HOW SHOW OF HANDS WORKS: Attendees make a donation of at least $5 for a vote. Four pre-selected proposals for projects that benefit the community are presented. Attendees cast their vote for the project they want to help fund. The project with…
Find out more »February 2019
Exhibit Opening: Hip-Hop, A Black Tie Affair
Wheeling Heritage will host an opening reception for Hip Hop: A Black Tie Affair, on Feb. 1, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Artisan Center, 1400 Main Street. The exhibit will feature more than a dozen artists displaying photos, graffiti, and mixed-media pieces, as well as a video featuring area hip-hop artists performing a capella. The project, a partnership between the YWCA Wheeling and Wheeling Heritage, seeks to break down stereotypes and assumptions. The exhibit will run until Friday,…
Find out more »March 2019
Wheeling Celtic Celebration
Featuring live continuous entertainment, a Celtic marketplace, children's activity area, and authentic Celtic foods.
Find out more »April 2019
Exhibit Opening: Jes Reger’s A Walk Through Wheeling
Join us Thursday, April 4, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for the opening reception of "A Walk Through Wheeling," works by Jes Reger. Her watercolor pieces are based on architecture throughout Wheeling. If you can't make it to the reception, be sure to stop by and browse the show. It will run through April 25, on the third floor of the Wheeling Artisan Center. Gallery Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. ‐ 5 p.m.
Find out more »May 2019
Show of Hands
Show of Hands is a community-supported crowd-funding event. Community members are presented with projects that would positively impact Wheeling and vote on the project they want to support with donations from the door and generous support of our community partners. HOW SHOW OF HANDS WORKS: Attendees make a donation of at least $5 for a vote. Four pre-selected proposals for projects that benefit the community are presented. Attendees cast their vote for the project they want to help fund. The project with…
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