ART
The Arts Council creates and supports a thriving, diverse, and vibrant community.
FEATURED HAPPENINGS
NEWS & EVENTS
Ag + Art of York County
The Ag + Art of York County is a free and self-guided farm tour, taking place in June 7-8, 2025. The tour will feature family farms that produce everything from fresh produce and proteins to on-farm breweries, cideries, cheesemakers, and more. Throughout the tour, local artisans will showcase their work, creating a unique fusion of art and agriculture.
DATES
Saturday & Sunday, June 7 - 8, 2025
KICKOFF DINNER
Sunday, June 1, 2025 | 5 - 8 PM
The Mercantile
153 E White St, Rock Hill, SC
KICKOFF DINNER TICKETS
$70
First Fridays Rock Hill
Every First Friday of each month head to Downtown's shops, restaurants, venues, and galleries to connect with friends and neighbors through food, art exhibits, music, theater, and more.
DATES
Every First Friday of each month
UPCOMING FFRH
Friday, May 2
*Remember time and prices vary per location.
Delirium: Botanicals in Oil and Glass works by Brenda Pokorny & Christine Knize
A vibrant exhibit featuring Christine Knize’s detailed orchid paintings and Brenda Pokorny’s enchanting mosaic garden. Knize’s photo-realistic florals blend with Pokorny’s immersive, interactive wonderland. A harmonious showcase of meticulous craftsmanship.
EXHIBITION
March 28 - May 2, 2025
RECEPTION
Thursday, May 1
5 - 7 PM
CREATIVITY IS CONTAGIOUS,
PASS IT ON.
THE ARTS
The arts are vibrant in York County, South Carolina! The Arts Council of York County offers a diverse range of arts programming including visual and performing arts events, as well as our annual Juried Art Competitions.
In the galleries at the Center for the Arts, Tom S. Gettys Center, and at Rock Hill’s City Hall, local, regional, and national artists are provided the space to display their paintings, prints, sculptures, and textile arts.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
The arts are alive in York County! With events like the First Fridays Rock Hill, Blues & Jazz Festival, Underexposed Film Festival yc, and Ag + Art Tour, our events will get you out and into our communities. At the Tom S. Gettys Center and in venues around the county, you’ll find world-class performances by local, regional, and national acts.
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
Put aside the hustle and bustle of everyday life and learn new techniques while creating stunning works of art. Whether you want to learn how to draw or paint, or you are looking to add to your skill set, the Arts Council is sure to have a class or workshop that sparks your imagination!
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The Arts Council's mission is to create arts programming that encourages education, economic development and arts advocacy through unique art experiences that engage the community to make York County a regional arts destination.
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York County, SC.
CONTACT US
121 E. Main St | Rock Hill, SC 29730
PO Box 2797 | Rock Hill, SC 29732
arts@yorkcountyarts.org | Tel: (803) 328-2787