Creative York

Creative York Creative York is a 501c3 non-profit arts organization located in Downtown York, PA featuring two art galleries, art classes, and classrooms.

Creative York (formerly YorkArts) is a 501c3 non-profit arts organization located in York, PA featuring two art galleries, ceramics studios, art classes for ages 3-103, and award-winning community outreach programs. Creative York was founded by area artists and community members in 1990 to support local artists in all disciplines and to make the arts accessible to all members of our community. For

the past thirty years, Creative York has fostered creativity and community through the arts. Creative York inspires the community through arts education, gallery experiences and outreach programs.

CALL FOR ART: BLUEWhat does blue mean to you?Creative York is seeking artwork for Blue: Interpretations in Color & Meani...
08/31/2026

CALL FOR ART: BLUE

What does blue mean to you?

Creative York is seeking artwork for Blue: Interpretations in Color & Meaning, an upcoming exhibition at the Andrew Duarte Memorial Gallery in the West York Borough Office.

Blue can be a color, a feeling, a symbol, a memory, a connection, or something entirely your own. This call is open to a wide range of interpretations, mediums, and ideas. Show us where BLUE takes you.

Submission Deadline: September 28

Learn more and find submission details: https://creativeyork.org/artists/calls-for-artists/

CALL FOR ART: Eight by EightCreative York’s annual Small Works Exhibition is back, and we’re looking for original artwor...
08/28/2026

CALL FOR ART: Eight by Eight

Creative York’s annual Small Works Exhibition is back, and we’re looking for original artwork measuring no more than 8" x 8" in any direction, including the frame.

Work in any medium is welcome, including 2D and 3D pieces. Artists may submit up to two works, and all artwork must be priced under $250.

Want to start with a blank canvas? 8" x 8" canvases are available for $5 and can now be picked up:
• In the Creative York gallery during open hours
• At Get Crafted this Saturday, August 29

Submission Deadline: Friday, October 23
Opening Reception: Saturday, November 28, 10am–12pm

Start thinking small and show us what you can do with eight by eight!
For the full call for art visit: https://creativeyork.org/artists/calls-for-artists/

There are still a few spots open for Date Night Pottery THIS FRIDAY Aug 28!Grab your favorite person and spend the eveni...
08/27/2026

There are still a few spots open for Date Night Pottery THIS FRIDAY Aug 28!

Grab your favorite person and spend the evening getting a little messy, trying your hand at pottery, and making something together.

Date Night Pottery tends to fill up, so grab one of the remaining spots and make some Friday night plans!

Friday night at Creative York
Register at https://creativeyork.org/event/date-night-pottery-8-28-26/

Come see us at Get Crafted this Saturday!Creative York will be hanging out at Mural Park with:• A fun hands-on craft• A ...
08/26/2026

Come see us at Get Crafted this Saturday!

Creative York will be hanging out at Mural Park with:

• A fun hands-on craft
• A plein air painter creating on-site
• Lots of info on our upcoming fall classes and workshops

Stop by, make something, watch some art come to life, and see what’s coming up at Creative York this fall!

Saturday, August 29 | 10am–6pm
Mural Park | York, PA

Sunflowers, paint, and a Friday night sounds like a pretty good combination!Join us for Paint Like: Van Gogh Sunflowers ...
08/25/2026

Sunflowers, paint, and a Friday night sounds like a pretty good combination!

Join us for Paint Like: Van Gogh Sunflowers on Friday, September 4 from 6–8pm. We’ll take inspiration from Van Gogh’s iconic sunflowers and put our own spin on them with plenty of guidance along the way.

No painting experience needed. Come hang out, pick up a paintbrush, and see what you create!

Friday, September 4 | 6–8pm
Creative York

Register: https://creativeyork.org/event/paint-like-van-gogh-2/

We’re officially ONE MONTH away from Art in Residence!Join us for an unforgettable night of art, creativity, and communi...
08/24/2026

We’re officially ONE MONTH away from Art in Residence!

Join us for an unforgettable night of art, creativity, and community, all in support of Creative York.

• Exclusive exhibition of artwork from private collections
• 20-Minute Live Art Challenge – watch artists race the clock to create a finished piece
• Live Artwork Auction
• Raffles featuring art and unique experiences
• Food & Cash Bar
• DJ & Photo Booth
• Mingle with artists, collectors & fellow arts supporters

Come for the art, stay for the party, and help support Creative York while making it a night to remember.

Save the date and join us for Art in Residence!

For Tickets: https://creativeyork.org/events/art-in-residence/

Congratulations to the award winners and all of the artists selected for the 2026 Creative York Adult Juried Art Exhibit...
08/21/2026

Congratulations to the award winners and all of the artists selected for the 2026 Creative York Adult Juried Art Exhibition!

With more than 200 submissions, juror Maggie Moran had the difficult task of selecting the works for this year’s exhibition and choosing our award recipients.

We’re excited to recognize this year’s award-winning artists and their works:

Best of Show:
Anita Williams | Antelope Slot Canyon

Awards of Distinction:
Tina Berrier | Cloud Catching
Savannah Schroll Guz | Pamiec (Memory)
Judeth Pekala Hawkins | Just the Beginning
Cindy Mehr | 3 Buttons
Julie Riker | Sunset Flowers

Congratulations to our award recipients and to every artist whose work was selected for this year’s exhibition!

The Adult Juried Art Exhibition is now on display in the Kerlin Gallery through September 12.

View the exhibition and learn more:
https://creativeyork.org/gallery/kerlin-gallery-exhibits/

Back to school means Kids Art Crew is back for fall!We’re kicking things off with Kids Art Crew: Bon Appétit! Young arti...
08/20/2026

Back to school means Kids Art Crew is back for fall!

We’re kicking things off with Kids Art Crew: Bon Appétit! Young artists will spend four weeks exploring mixed media techniques while creating a variety of projects inspired by their favorite foods.

Wednesdays, September 9 – 30 | 4 week series| 6–8pm
Ages 6–10

Learn more and register:
https://creativeyork.org/event/kids-art-crew-bon-appetit/2026-09-09/

We’re getting our Paint Like series started this fall with two masters: Van Gogh and Monet!Paint Like workshops are a ch...
08/19/2026

We’re getting our Paint Like series started this fall with two masters: Van Gogh and Monet!

Paint Like workshops are a chance to explore the techniques and distinctive styles of well-known artists, then put what you learn into practice by creating your own inspired painting. No prior painting experience is required, and all supplies are included.

Coming up first:

Paint Like: Van Gogh
Friday, September 4 | 6–8pm

Paint Like: Monet
Saturday, September 19 | 1–3pm

Ages 15+ | $35 / $25 Creative York Members

Choose your favorite or join us for both! Learn more and register at https://creativeyork.org/event/paint-like-van-gogh-2/

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Ready to take your ceramics skills to the next level?Intermediate Ceramics is a six-week series designed for students wh...
08/18/2026

Ready to take your ceramics skills to the next level?

Intermediate Ceramics is a six-week series designed for students who have completed Intro to Wheel Throwing or Intro to Handbuilding, or already have some ceramics experience. Spend more time at the wheel, strengthen your techniques, and build confidence working with clay.

Thursdays beginning August 27 | 6–9pm
Ages 15+
All supplies included

Learn more and register: https://creativeyork.org/event/intermediate-ceramics-16/2026-08-27/

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10 N Beaver Street
York, PA
17401

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 2pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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+17178483200

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