Dartmouth, Massachusetts
Creativity gathers here.
Built in 1889 as a Richardsonian Romanesque stone library, the Dartmouth Cultural Center remains a beloved gathering place where artists, makers, writers and neighbors come together to create, learn, and share. Exhibits, workshops, talks, & gatherings happen here year-round.
Hours: Thursday thru Saturday, 11 AM–3 PM · Admission always free
What’s happening?
Sat, October 3 |10 AM-2 PM
Welcome to the Graveyard: Gravestone Art, History & Symbolism with the Gravestone Girls
Explore the art, symbolism, history, and stories hidden in New England cemeteries. Begin with an illustrated presentation, enjoy a light lunch, then head to historic South Dartmouth Cemetery for a guided cemetery walk.
Special community pricing made possible by our sponsors Presented by Waring-Sullivan & Rock Funeral & Cremation Service, with support from Rex Monumental Works
Half-day program · Illustrated presentation, light lunch & cemetery walk
Members $20 | Non-members $25
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Sat, October 10 | 1-3 PM
Origami for Everyone
Discover the art of paper folding in a fun, hands-on class for all ages. Learn basic folds and techniques as you transform simple sheets of paper into delightful creations with step-by-step guidance.
All ages · No experience necessary · Materials provided
Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult
Members $20 | Non-members $25
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Mon, October 19 - November 2 | 6-8 PM
Intro to Digital Photography
Get out of automatic mode and discover what your camera can really do. This three-week beginner course combines hands-on instruction in camera controls, composition, shutter speed, exposure, and depth of field.
Mondays, October 19, 26 & November 2 | 6–8 PM
Three-week course · Bring your DSLR camera and camera manual
Members $120 | Non-members $140
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Reading Room Gallery - Coming Soon
Beth Barry: The Interior Horizon
Solo Exhibition |October 2-31
Opening Reception|Friday, October 2, 5-7 PM
Beth Barry’s paintings explore the natural world through expressive color, shifting light, and movement. The Interior Horizon brings together recent work that moves beyond familiar landscape views to evoke the wonder, emotion, and sense of possibility found in nature.
Born in New Bedford, Barry now lives and works between New York City and East Hampton. This exhibition marks a homecoming to the SouthCoast, where the coastal light and open horizons of her childhood first shaped her way of seeing.
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Exhibits
Current shows in the gallery, rotating throughout the year. Visit the gallery →
Workshops, Classes & Events
Hands-on learning, talks, performances, and gatherings throughout the year. See what's coming up →
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