Current & Upcoming Exhibitions

The Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild mounts exhibitions and organizes events that honor both the cultural legacy established by the Byrdcliffe Arts Colony in 1902 and contemporary artistic endeavors. The exhibition program features regional, national, and international artists; fine art and functional crafts; historical traditions and cutting-edge experimental projects.

The Doll Show

October 12 – November 24

A survey of artworks inspired by dolls, this exhibition includes works by contemporary artists in a variety of mediums including sculpture, painting, installation, film, and photography, alongside examples of historic dolls and dolls found in popular culture with works ranging from dolls presented as social commentary to whimsical, metaphorical, magical, beautiful, and even terrifying examples of dolls.

5 by 7 Show

Please make one or two small works for us!

Preview Friday, December 6

The Kleinert/James Center for the Arts 5 by 7 Show is one of Woodstock’s premier events, showcasing artists from the Hudson Valley and beyond. The show is open to ALL and we accept and display ALL submissions. Works are exhibited anonymously, a fun way to give equal voice to ALL—so, please only sign the back! 5 by 7 artworks are sold for $150 each.

This is a major fundraising event for Byrdcliffe. By contributing a small work, you help to support our high quality programming in the arts including exhibitions, artist talks, performances, and more.