
ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord, houses public galleries and event spaces in the Gibson Village neighborhood of Concord.
ClearWater offers free access to gallery exhibitions, public discussions and art events. It’s a hub where artists, performers, hobbyists, and amateurs of all experience levels can come together.
Drop-in hours are currently Wednesday to Friday, 12 to 5 p.m. Tours are offered upon request. Learn more about visiting here.
Several art classes are available. Learn more here.
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Upcoming Events at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios
Southern Piedmont Woodturners Monthly Meeting and Demo
Tuesday, July 17, 2025
6:30 to 9 p.m.
Free
Jerry Measimer will his wood-turning experiences and how he turns hummingbird houses. Jerry has successfully turned an early hobby into a business. He makes a variety of birdhouses, hats, and many other wooden art pieces. He made a wooden hat for a former Miss America, musician Charlie Daniels and other well-known folks. Jerry, having served in the Marines, created a Freedom hat to raise money for Marines and their families. One of his latest projects is setting up a woodturning shop in Matagalpa Nicaragua where he teaches the local people the art of woodtuming. Jerry has a professional shop located behind his house in Richfield, NC.
Concord Creates: An Exhibition of Local Artists
Saturday, July 5, 2025
12 p.m.: Opening Reception
1 p.m.: Artist Talks
Free
Come and be part of an exciting exhibition that proudly showcases the incredible works of talented artists, all of whom are 100% local to Concord, NC. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene of our community and support the creative endeavors of our local artists. You won’t want to miss this chance to experience the diverse range of artistic expressions that reflect the heart and soul of Concord. Celebrate the amazing talent right in our own backyard!
Featuring:
- Eric & Casey Wattine
- April Simmons
- Ben Mirabelli
- Stephanie Gainer
- Molly Rowland
- Lina Casadei
- Abigayle Davis

2nd Saturdays Open Studio
July 12, 2025
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free
Meet and greet the talented tenant artists while they create in their studios.
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