Making Visual Poetry Opening Reception: March 7, 3-5 pm
2026-03-07 15:00 - 17:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Come meet artists at the opening reception for Making Visual Poetry on Saturday, December 7 from 3-5 pm, with light pupus and punch.
Experience how Hawai’i island artists explore the relationship between image and word in this members’ exhibit.
The Firehouse Gallery is located at the intersection of highways 190 and 19. Call 808-887-1052 for more information.

Opening Reception: Realism in Oils
2026-03-07 15:00 - 17:00
Come enjoy light refreshments and meet artist Norma Watt at the opening of her mini-show ‘Realism in Oils’ on Saturday March 7 from 3-5 pm.

2nd Annual Poetry Reading: Friday, March 27, 2026
2026-03-27
The Waimea Arts Council in collaboration with Pacific Raven Press is delighted to host an inspiring evening of poetry on Friday, March 27, from 4 to 6 p.m. This special event will feature local and visiting poets whose work resonates with contemporary art’s beauty and emotional depth. In the intimate gallery space, attendees will experience a dynamic fusion of visual and literary expression.
Guests are encouraged to mingle with the poets and fellow art appreciators while enjoying complimentary refreshments. The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. To RSVP, email Kbrundage@hpa.edu.
Join us for an evening celebrating the expressive power of poetry and art at the Firehouse Gallery, 67-1201 Mamalahoa Highway, Kamuela, Hawaii 96743 For more information on the event or on our March exhibit “Making Visual Poetry”, call 808-887-1052.

Ola I Ka Wai: Water is Life: April 4 – May 31, 2026
2026-04-04 - 2026-05-31
Water sustains all living things – flowing through culture, memory and the natural world. In this members’ exhibition, artists interpret the essential and spiritual connection between wai (water) and life in Hawai’i. Through diverse media and perspectives the show honors water as both a precious resource and a symbol of renewal.
Come meet artists at the opening reception for Ola I Ka Wai: Water is Life on Saturday, April 4 from 3-5 pm, with light pupus and punch.
The Firehouse Gallery is located at the intersection of highways 190 and 19 and is regularly open from Thursday – Sunday 11-3 and whenever flags are flying.
For more information, call 808-887-1052.

Opening Reception: Ola I Ka Wai: Water is Life on Saturday, April 4th 3-5 pm
2026-04-04 15:00 - 17:00
Come meet artists at the public reception on Saturday, April 4 from 3 – 5 pm, with light pupus and punch for our new exhibit Ola I Ka Wai: Water is Life.

Call for Art for Portal 3 – Online Entry Dates: July 1- 19, 2026
2026-05-01 - 2026-07-19
The Waimea Arts Council is pleased to invite island artists to participate in the eagerly anticipated Juried Fine Art Show, “Portal 3”, hosted at the iconic Firehouse Gallery this August and September. This year’s captivating theme is “Portal,” designed to ignite creativity and encourage artists to explore new realms within their artistry.
For full details on entry rules and eligibility criteria, we kindly urge artists to carefully peruse the comprehensive prospectus, accessible by clicking here: Prospectus.

Light and Shadow: June 6 – July 26, 2026
2026-06-06 08:00 - 2026-07-26 17:00
The Waimea Arts Council is excited to announce our summer exhibit Light and Shadow showcasing our members art. Light and shadow define the world we see – revealing form, creating contrast, and shaping emotion. In this exhibition artists explore the interplay between illumination and darkness, both literal and metaphorical. The works invite viewers to consider how light transforms what is hidden into what is seen.
An opening reception will be held on Saturday June 6 from 3-5 pm

Underwater Tile Art Show : June 6 – July 26, 2026
2026-06-06 15:00 - 2026-07-26 15:00
FIREHOUSE GALLERY
Presents: Brenda Meriwether – Underwater Tile Art Show
Opening June 6th 3 pm – 5 pm
During the month of June Brenda Meriwether will be exhibiting 50 years of ceramic experience with her own mini show at the Firehouse Gallery in Waimea. Brenda will be in attendance for the opening. Come check o ut her work! Pupus will be served.
Brenda Meriwether, a ceramic tile artist with 50 years of experience in ceramics. She has managed ceramic studios in Texas and Iceland, has taught techniques classes in slip casting and glazing, and has had her works in Polynesian Cultural Center, a show at Ong King and a window at Art at Marks Garage on Oahu. On the Big Island she’s had works at the Wailua Art Center, currently at Firehouse Gallery and Kukuau Studio. For this show she explored underwater subjects, from pretty koi to Creature from the Black Lagoon. For more information, call 808-887-1052.

Portal 3 Juried Show - August 1 and September 26
2026-08-01 - 2026-09-27
The Waimea Arts Council is excited to present Portal 3, an all island juried art exhibit in August and September 2026. This year’s captivating theme is “Portal,” designed to display island artists’ creativity and exploration into new realms within their artistry. With the historic Firehouse Gallery as its backdrop, this event promises to be an artistic spectacle that transcends boundaries and welcomes new possibilities.
An opening reception will be held on Saturday August 1 from 3-5 pm
The Firehouse Gallery is open Thursday to Sunday 11-3 and whenever the flags are flying.
