Upcoming Events

In-Person Small Group Spring Break Art Camp (ages 5–9) Monday, March 29–Friday, April 2 Join us for a special Small Group Spring Break Art Camp for kids ages 5–9! Young artists will learn from our talented teaching artists, create unique art projects, and socialize with

In-Person Small Group Spring Break Art Camp (ages 10–12) Monday, March 29–Friday, April 2 Join us for a special Small Group Spring Break Art Camp for weens ages 10–12! Young artists will learn from our talented teaching artists, create unique art projects, and socialize with

Join VACNJ Curator Mary Birmingham as she moderates this conversation with several of the exhibiting artists featured in the Art Center’s Main Gallery exhibition (de)coding. Learn how each artist creates codes in their work and what the word "decoding" means to them. Participating artists: Gina Adams,

The deadline to apply for our members 2021–2021 exhibition season is Sunday, May 2. The Members Committee is accepting applications from members to exhibit their work at the Art Center as well as other community spaces in Summit. You may submit a proposal for a

We invite you to join us on Saturday, May 8th, 1–5 PM, as we will celebrate the opening of feature solo exhibitions by two New Jersey artists. In the Main Gallery, Nancy Cohen will show a series of large-scale drawings made from paper pulp and

ANNUAL SPRING GALA May 22, 2021 7:30 PM via Zoom & Small-Party Pods Click here for more information.

Take a journey through the life of the iconic Frida Kahlo—discover her art, and uncover the truth behind her often turbulent life. Making use of the latest technology to deliver previously unimaginable quality, this film takes an in-depth look at key works throughout her career.

Raku-Fest Returns to the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey Saturday, June 12 & Sunday, June 13, 10 AM­–5 PM We are excited to announce the return of a classic Art Center event: Raku-Fest! Raku-Fest showcases a unique ceramic firing process in which red-hot ceramic

Click here to learn more about all our Summer Art Camp offerings! Register now for the most creative camp in town! In-person and online options are available for kids, tweens, and teens of all skill levels. Full-day and half-day options too, including before and after

Kids (ages 5–9) NEW! Summer Sampler WAITLIST ONLY June 21–25, 10 AM–3 PM Sample all that summer art camp has to offer! Try projects inspired by our upcoming camp sessions, as well as a few based on classic summer pastimes. Projects will not be repeated later

Join Wendy Robinson as she opens her Member Exhibition, My Kingdom of Animals in Ann's Place Gallery on Sunday, June 27, 1–4 PM.   The exhibition will be on display from June 26–September 12.  For more information, click here.

Kids (ages 5–9) Art Around America June 28–July 2, 10 AM–3 PM Celebrate Independence Day through artwork inspired by American artists and famous landmarks. During this holiday week, we’ll make art projects like prints inspired by American artist Robert Indiana, mixed media cityscapes, and ceramics