The Worcester County Arts Council, Inc. established in 1977, is a private non-profit corporation designated by the County Commissioners and the Maryland State Arts Council to promote and encourage visual, performing and cultural arts in Worcester County, Maryland.
The Worcester County Arts Council and Gallery is located at 6 Jefferson Street in historic Berlin, MD.
Our Co-Op Gallery features local artists and their work. Come see artists create in front of your eyes! Follow the links to the left for further information.
The Gallery is open Monday thru Friday, 11 am to 3 pm and some Saturdays.
Click on "Events & Exhibits" for a preview of upcoming exhibits at the WCAC. Or find out about the artists in our registry by visiting our "Meet The Artists" page.
Discover great art destinations, one-of-a-kind galleries, fabulous restaurants and special events that celebrate beauty and unique character of the Eastern Shore.
| WELCOME NEW MEMBERS | |
 Membership in our organization plays an extremely important part in promoting the Arts in our County. Membership dues notices are sent out monthly. Please show your support for the Arts in Worcester County by renewing your Annual Membership promptly! The President and the Board of Directors take great pleasure in welcoming the following new members to our organization: Individual: Nadine Berkowsky, Nancy Bounds Family: Jason & Patti Backer, Kent & Vicky Layman, Kenneth & Joyce Urbanski, Sheila & Mike Quillin, Melissa Denault, Louise & James Bounds, Bob de Koter & Christina Jarmolinski Business Organization: Random Juxtaposition Students under 18: Kylie Byrne, We thank you for your support, help and dedication! JOIN TODAY! MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION | |
| REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR PAINT BERLIN - 4th ANNUAL PLEIN AIR | |
| SEPTEMBER 19 - 21, 2013 Artists and Art Lovers are invited to make plans now to attend Paint Berlin, our 4th annual plein air event! ARTIST REGISTRATION ARTISTS: Artists will paint any or all days during the event at a location of their choosing. Artists will have an opportunity to network, exhibit and sell their artwork as well as compete for attractive cash prizes. A commission of 25% will be collected for artwork sold. ARTIST REGISTRATION FORM IS AVAILABLE HERE: ARTIST REGISTRATION Registration deadline: July 31, 2013. VISITORS: You’re invited to come and watch the artists work during this event and to attend the "Wet paint sale" and exhibit to be held at the the Atlantic Hotel on Saturday, September 21 from 5:30 pm - 8 pm | |
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| SUMMER ARTS CAMP | |
| Summer Arts Camp 2013 will be held June 17 - 21, 9 am - 2:30 pm at the Berlin Intermediate School. Registration form, including selection of workshops offered this year is now available: SUMMER ARTS CAMP 2013 REGISTRATION FORM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 31. This camp is designed for students entering grades 3 - 8 in fall 2013 and last year more than 120 children attended. VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES: We are offering volunteering opportunities for students (15 years old and older) who would like to help during our Summer Arts Camp for children. Volunteers will be involved in assisting art instructors during classes and workshops and will receive community service hours for their time volunteering. Interested students should submit ARTS CAMP VOLUNTEER APPLICATION along with a signed copy of 2013 Arts Camp Volunteer Guidelines to Anna Mullis, Executive Director. Volunteer's Application should be mailed to: WCAC, 6 Jefferson Street, Berlin, MD 21811. | |
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Pictured above: First place winner, Robert Johnson, David Simpson, and Brigitte Bowden, honorable mention award. 
