Jewelry artist Barbara Omholt has always had an artistic and creative spirit. Omholt is especially attracted to jewel tones and natural stones that have distinct designs.
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The 24th annual Chautauqua Living History series will take place in the Garrett College auditorium July 5 to 7, featuring three influential figures of American history.
The 24th annual Chautauqua Living History series will take place in the Garrett College auditorium July 5 to 7, featuring three of the most influential figures of American history.
What is Steampunk? We asked artist Brenda Caldwell of Aunt B’s Place, the local go-to gal for all things in the genre. She has been creating original Steampunk art for the past six years.
A decades-long vision for a Community Education and Performing Arts Center on the Garrett College campus is moving forward.
Quilling can be traced back to France in the 1500s and is once again popular around the world today. It is a delicate art form, which local artist Leah DeLauder uses to create images of beauty.
The work of area artisans and the wares of vendors are being sought for three area festivals slated for the spring and summer.
Meet Aurora Celtic - a band that keeps the traditions of St. Patrick's Day alive year round.
The Garrett County Arts Council's Gallery Shop will celebrate its “first birthday” in its new location with an open house event on Friday and Saturday, November 24th and 25th.
Artists and fans of artists should take the opportunity to learn about Grantsville’s and Oakland’s Arts & Entertainment District designations
The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) has announced that the Maryland Secretary of Commerce has approved the designation of the state’s 25th Arts & Entertainment (A&E) District in Oakland.
The July Arts Connection sponsored by Garrett County Arts Council will highlight the new Friendsville Interactive History Tour.
The Garrett County Arts Council will host the 10th annual Artist Studio Tour on Saturday and Sunday, July 22 and 23, beginning with a preview party on Friday, July 21, at the Gallery Shop in Oakland.
Artist duo Mark and Laura Stutzman of Mtn. Lake Park were named this year's Friend of the Arts by the Garrett County Arts Council.
The arts are such a natural part of our lives, we don’t always consider what is involved in incorporating so much enrichment into our world.
Frederick A. Thayer III Courthouse
203 South Fourth Street, Room 208
Oakland, MD 21550
Phone: 301.334.1921
Fax: 301.334.7469
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