The Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild is a multi-arts membership organization. Its Kleinert/James Arts Center hosts local and national performing, visual and literary artists. The WBG offers a variety of classes in the arts and is steward of the Byrdcliffe Arts Colony.
Founded in 1903, Byrdcliffe is one of the older artists colonies in the country, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its historical and architectural significance. It is home to a national Artist in Residence program.

Performances, Events and Classes

All shows/events are Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild events except for *. Please contact the organization that is putting on the event for tickets and info.

New Fall Ceramics classes with Rich Conti and upcoming Ceramic events!

August and September: Events, Rentals, and Exhibitions

Please see the events page for more dates!

Current Exhibition

Gary Stephan

‘Painting And’

Exhibition Dates: August 7 thru September 12, 2010
Location: Kleinert/James Arts Center, 34 Tinker Street, Woodstock, NY
Opening Reception: Saturday, August 7 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm
Artist Talk and Discussion: Sunday, September 5 at 4:00 pm
Gallery Hours: Friday - Sunday, 12:00 - 6:00 pm, or by appointment

An exhibition of the recent paintings, videos, and photographs of Gary Stephan will be on view at the Kleinert/James Arts Center from Saturday, August 7 through September 12, 2010. Gary Stephan ‘Painting And’ will open with a public reception Saturday, August 7 from 4:00-6:00 pm. The artist will give a talk amidst his work, followed by a discussion, on Sunday, September 5th at 4:00 in the Kleinert/James Arts Center. Heather Hutchison, is the curator of ‘Painting And’.

2010 Artist in Residence Program

This month's session is Session III: July 27 – August 22, 2010

Open Studio: Friday, August 20, 2010 at 5:00 pm

Applications are available. The deadline 
            is March 01, 2010. Artist and Writer Fellowships available. Check 
            out the residency page for more info!

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Photo of 2009 Member's Show featured on the Ulster County Live website's Arts and Culture page. Photo by Nancy Donskoj.

The Center for Photography at Woodstock has curated an online exhibition of photographic interpretations and documentation of the Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild’s exhibition “Ahoy! Where Lies Henry Hudson?” curated by Linda Weintraub.

For high resolution scans of some of Byrdcliffe's historical documents, please visit our page on Hudson River Valley Heritage site. The mission of HRVH is to provide universal access to a collaborative digital record of Hudson River Valley history and creativity.

The Byrdcliffe Shop

Summer Hours: The Byrdcliffe Shop is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm

We are seeking items from artisans and craftspeople for The Byrdcliffe Shop!

We are looking for quality crafts to sell in the Byrdcliffe Shop. We're mostly interested in functional ceramics (mugs, bowls, vases, etc.), jewelry, wooden pieces (bowls, platters, etc.), textiles (rugs, scarves, pillows, etc.), lamps, and small furniture pieces (side tables, stools, chests, etc.). All pieces will be sold on consignment basis.

Contact Nathalie for more info: byrdcliffeshop[at]woodstockguild.org

See beautiful objects directly inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement and Byrdcliffe, as well as contemporary works that embody the timelessness of fine design. An arts & crafts gallery and shop featuring the works of many local crafts people. Since 1939, we have presented the very finest in handcrafted pottery, glass, tiles, textiles, furniture and jewelry. Open year round, noon to 6:00 pm.

Holiday Schedule, Cancellations & Info

On Monday, September 6, the Administrative Office will be closed in honour of Labour Day.

On Monday, September 6, The Byrdcliffe Shop will be open from 12:00 - 6:00 pm.

Rentals

Why not host your next event here in Woodstock? We have great spaces to choose from. Special rates for non-profits. Call 845-679-2079 for more info.

Homes/Cottages

Currently we do not have any seasonal or year–round cottages to rent.

Driving Directions and Transportation Info

Driving directions to the Offices, The Kleinert/James Arts Center and the Byrdcliffe Colony.
 

 

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