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AFA Artists OPEN STUDIOS Nov 15 & 16
Showcases over 30 artists in their studios where the creative process happens. Opportunity to see, learn, buy and enjoy. FREE & FUN.
9th Annual Open Studios
American Fabrics Arts Building
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Sat., Nov.15, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Find out what's happening in Monroefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Sun., Nov.16, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Now in it’s 9th year, AFA (American Fabrics Arts Building) Open Studios, showcases over 30 artists in their studios where the creative process happens. Held in a renovated factory building where linen and lace was once manufactured, the event has become a destination for collectors, interior designers and art lovers alike. AFA’s diverse group of artists are engaged in painting, printmaking, sculpture, quilting, jewelry, photography, ceramics, textiles, design, mixed media and more. Every year we welcome new artist tenants, lending a fresh perspective to the event. Many artists will be offering affordable art for sale: Denyse Schmidt Quilts, Jocelyn Braxton Armstrong Ceramics, Janet Slom and Ulla Surland will be holding their annual studio sales.
In an effort to give back to the community we love, for the second year we are supporting the Bridgeport Rescue Mission. The mission, serves those in need, feeds the hungry, shelters the homeless, and helps people conquer drug and alcohol addictions. AFA will be serving as a drop off point for their Thanksgiving Stuff-A-Truck event, giving patrons the opportunity to donate food and coats for local families in need.
Lastly, the artists of AFA have joined together and donated an assortment of small works packed into a unique handmade tote bag from Ocheltree Design for the AFA Collector’s Raffle. The bag is chock full of art lover goodies, and will be raffled for $5 a chance, with all proceeds going to BRM!
There will be food trucks from the Snappy Dawgs (Bridgeport) and Four Flours Bakery (New Haven) in the east parking lot to serve our patrons from 10am - 5pm each day. Music and participatory performances will be happening too! Fun for the whole family! Ample on site free parking and handicap access.
American Fabrics Arts Building
1069 Connecticut Avenue, Building 4
203-451-5011
