Art
We offer a variety of art exhibits throughout the year….Student Arts Show, Local Artists’ Show, Quilt Exhibit, Photography Competition/Exhibition….to name a few. We are surrounded by artists…it’s our mission to find them and shine the spotlight on them!
Annual Quilt Show
Oct. 11-19, 2025
MAC invites you to display your new & heirloom handmade quilts (can be machine quilted), as well as art quilts, wall hangings, miniatures, quilted clothing & other quilted items at MAC’s 2025 Quilt Show on October 11, 12, 18 & 19.
Drop off of items to be exhibited is at Murray Arts Council, 120 N.Third Avenue,Chatsworth, GA 30705, on Fri., Oct. 3 from 5-7pm, Sat., Oct. 4 from 10am-1pm & Sun., Oct. 5 from 2-5pm.
REGISTRATION: There is no fee to exhibit quilts, and we welcome quilters of all abilities - beginners to advanced. To exhibit, please complete an Artist Agreement form* AND an inventory sheet* and bring to MAC when you drop off your pieces. We will also have forms available during the quilt drop-off.
*Registration forms can be found at www.murray-arts.com/forms
Quilts will be available for pick-up on Sunday, Oct. 19th from 5pm - 7pm. For additional information, email murrayartscouncil@gmail.com.
This is one of our most popular shows where we highlight a featured artist and showcase heirloom quilts, modern quilts, and wall hangings. Local board members put together a gorgeous show of antique and contemporary needlework each year that all ages enjoy.
Annual Quilt Show
Works from students from Murray County High School, North Murray High School, Pleasant Valley Innovative School and home-schooled students will be on display. Outside judges award 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place prizes, as well as Honorable Mention. Those attending can vote on their favorite for People’s Choice which will also be awarded on the last day of the show!
Student Art Show
Other
We are always looking for visual artists to spotlight. If you have an idea for a show, let us know!
Murray Arts Council’s annual exhibit to showcase the artistic talents of Murray’s student artists - grades 9-12 - from Murray County High School, North Murray High School, Pleasant Valley Innovative School and homeschooled students.
STUDENT ART SHOW MAY 9-11
This competition/exhibit is open to photographers ages 12 and older. This show features stunning displays of nature, landscape, portrait and abstract photos in color and black-and-white!
Photography Exhibit
Local Artists Show
We have so many creative people in our community….and maybe you are one of them. This show shines the spotlight on local artists, sculptors, potters, needleworkers, carvers and any other artforms our creative neighbors choose to display!
Annual Quilt Show
This is one of our most popular shows where we highlight a featured artist and showcase heirloom quilts, modern quilts, and wall hangings. Local board members put together a gorgeous show of antique and contemporary needlework each year that all ages enjoy.
Photography Exhibit
This competition/exhibit is open to photographers ages 12 and older. This show features stunning displays of nature, landscape, portrait and abstract photos in color and black-and-white!
Student Art Show
Works from students from Murray County High School, North Murray High School, Pleasant Valley Innovative School and home-schooled students will be on display. Outside judges award 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place prizes, as well as Honorable Mention. Those attending can vote on their favorite for People’s Choice which will also be awarded on the last day of the show!
Other
We are always looking for visual artists to spotlight. If you have an idea for a show, let us know!