The Gallery at York Hall, 301 Main Street, Yorktown, will open on Friday, April 1, for the 2023 season with operating hours of 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and 1-4 p.m. Sundays (excluding Easter). Admission is free.
The gallery is a cooperative effort between the Celebrate Yorktown Committee and York County.
Managed by volunteer Sharon Owen, the gallery features the works of more than 300 local artists along with a variety of themed exhibits that change every six to eight weeks. The staff of 30-plus volunteers serve the community by maintaining an information area for visitors offering brochures, maps, and discounts, along with friendly service and hospitality.
This season opens with a Quilts Past & Present Exhibit for April and May featuring a variety of quilts including hand-made, vintage and fiber art quilts. A special exhibit of Jeanne Eickhoff’s work is displayed in a beautiful handmade quilt in the lobby and her original works are available in the gallery.
Exhibits of basketry and pottery, featuring local artists, authors and historians are planned for this summer.
Don’t miss local acoustical guitarist Lou Vangieri on April 23, May 21, July 23, and August 13 from 12-2:30 p.m. Revolutionary author Mike Cerere will host a book signing on July 2 from 12:30-3:30 p.m. and children’s book author Caroline Ward will host a book signing from 12:30-3:30 p.m. on August 27.
The gallery offers one-of-a-kind Yorktown souvenirs, including items featuring the popular Yorktown Onion, Fifes and Drums of York Town, Revolutionary-era soldiers and nautical-themed art.
