Making Visual Poetry: March 7 – 29, 2026
2026-03-07 - 2026-03-29
Experience how Hawai’i island artists explore the relationship between image and word in Waimea Arts Council members’ exhibit: Making Visual Poetry.
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.

Free Community Art Class on Origami Shadow Boxes
2026-03-07 10:00 - 12:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Come create your own origami shadow box! The Waimea Arts Council and Thelma Parker Memorial Library are sponsoring a community art class “Origami Shadow Boxes” on March 7, 2026 from 10-noon. Artist Lorrie Taylor will show beginning artists 6+ how to fold their own origami shadow box and add small treasures. Students are encouraged to find treasures on a nature walk or bring small treasures from home to display in their box. Origami box materials provided by the Waimea Arts Council. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Class is held at the Thelma Parker Memorial Library, 67-1209 Mamalahoa Hwy.
The class is free, but space is limited. Please register by calling 808-887-6067.

Making Visual Poetry Opening Reception: March 7, 3-5 pm
2026-03-07 15:00 - 17:00
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.

First Saturday Art Class: Build-a-Bird
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00
Create a bird and habitat at the April First Saturday Art Class.
In partnership with the Waimea Arts Council, Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library presents Build-A-Bird! with artist Lorrie Taylor on April 4 from 10 am to noon in the library.
In this class, beginning artists 6+ will create their own bird and habitat using a selection of supplies, some bird knowledge, and their creativity. All materials provided by the Waimea Arts Council. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. This class is presented as part of the library’s Flight Path grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. The Flight Path campaign is focused on how communities can observe and protect local and migratory birds, especially during peak migration periods.
Class size is limited and advance registration at the library for each class is required. To register, or for more info, call 808-887-6067.

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.

One Day Art Workshop - April 25
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00
One Day Art Workshop – Free Community Art Event: Create & Learn with Local Artists!
Clay Sculpting, Watercolor Painting, Nature Craft, Interactive Net Tying Demo.
Free for the Public.
In partnership with the Kamuela Center for the Arts, Waimea Arts Council, Kamuela Hardwoods on April 25 from 10 am to2 pm at Kamuela Hardwoods.

Free Saturday May 2 Art Class
2026-05-02 10:00 - 12:00
Create a bird and habitat at the April First Saturday Art Class.
In partnership with the Waimea Arts Council, Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library presents Flower Painting! with artist Lorrie Taylor on May 2, from 10 am to noon in the library.
In this class, beginning artists 6+ will create their own bird and habitat using a selection of supplies, some bird knowledge, and their creativity. All materials provided by the Waimea Arts Council. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. This class is presented as part of the library’s Flight Path grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. The Flight Path campaign is focused on how communities can observe and protect local and migratory birds, especially during peak migration periods.
The class is free but registration is required. Space is limited. Call 808-887-6067.

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

Call for Art for Portal 3 – Online Entry Dates: July 1- 19, 2026
2026-07-01 - 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.

Portal 3 Juried Show - August 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.
