Posey Boicourt explores the forgotten life of a portrait painter from whom she is a direct descendent in this delightful memoire bolstered by significant historical study.
Come hear Chestertown's own singer, actor, songwriter and record producer discuss his artistic journey.
Join Bob Ferguson, a docent with the Smithsonian American Art Museum, for an online tour of artwork reflecting stories of our country.
Join Bob Ferguson, a docent with the Smithsonian American Art Museum, for an online tour about Impressionist artwork.
Join Ken Skrzesz, actor, director, educator, & choreographer, for a discussion of how the principles of acting apply to daily interactions.
Fun in Virtual Museums with Raven Bishop & Sara Clarke-de Reza
Treat yourself to a peek at Mary Pritchard's garden & studio in downtown Chestertown and enjoy an in-person outdoor discussion of pastels and art.
A Salon Field Trip to the site of the El Trompo mural: Robert Ortiz Studios, 207 S. Cross Street in Chestertown
Join us in Rock Hall for an in-person outdoor viewing of their Pirate-themed Yarnbombing and a discussion of public art in town.
Baltimore-based writer Jennifer N. Shannon leads a discussion about the place of research in writing fiction.
Our fabulous Washington College intern (& recent grad!) Trish talks about her thesis research on the use of skin whitening products in the Philippines and how it is prolific amongst the native population of Filipinos.
Join Bob Ferguson, a docent with the Smithsonian American Art Museum, for an online tour with the theme of Artists and Social Change
May 11 Salon: National Music Festival with Richard Rosenberg and Caitlin Patton
A home and studio visit with Paul & Inez Santori
April 20 Salon: Provincetown Printers with Fred Dylla
April 13 Salon: Plants, Music, Light and Art with Sam Nester
April 6 Salon: Exploring Race, Class, and Social Standing Through Painting with Kyle Hackett
March 30 Salon: Reading & Writing Diversity with Traci Williams
March 23 Salon: Discover Louise Glück, America's Nobel Laureate, with Dr. James Allen Hall
March 16 Salon: Poems of Resistance with Robert Earl Price
March 9 Salon: Mindful Simplicity with Yolanda Acree
Try your hand at some Salon trivia!
"A Look Back" with Natalie Donoso & Annie Woodall of the Kent County Public Library
WC-ALL Leaders Jan Elvin and David White: Lifelong Learning
February 16 Salon with Fredy Granillo: Finding a Home for Creativity in Chestertown
February 9 Salon with Dr. Eve Armstrong - Creative Patterns in Nature with Dr. Eve Armstrong
February 2 Salon with Paul Ware - Cultural differences between the global East & West
Buck Duncan: Being Hopeful with the Mid-Shore Community Foundation
January 19 Salon with Beth Anne Langrell - Mental Health & Creativity in Winter
December 15 Salon with James Allen Hall - Poetry as/and Justice
Dr. Natalie McKnight, Dickens & Christmas
December 1 Salon with RiverArts Staff: Holiday Traditions of All Kinds
November 16 Salon discussion with Adam Goodheart, Jeremy Rothwell, and Albin Kowalewski
The intersection of art and policy: exploring creative influences on civic engagement and public affairs
November 3 Salon with Inez Santori - Life in the UK & US
#ShoreRiverArts October 27 Salon with Dave Harp - Art, Environment, & Harmony
#ShoreRiverArts October 20 Salon with Adams and Maria Wood - Art, Environment, & Family
#ShoreRiverArts October 13 Salon with Darran Tilghman & Tim Trumbauer - Art, Environment, & Justice
#ShoreRiverArts October 6 Salon with Marcy Dunn Ramsey & Carla Massoni - Art, Environment, & Conservation
September 29 Salon with Robbi Behr and Matthew Swanson: Creator’s Roundtable
September 22 Salon with Lauren Weber: Realized Potential: The Role of Creativity & Character
September 15 Salon with the organizers of the Chestertown Unites Against Racism street mural project
September 1 Salon discussion about fresh starts and new projects as the seasons change
August 25 Salon with Olivia Wood: the Poplar Grover Project, Living History on the Eastern Shore
August 18 Salon with Professor Diane Hunger, saxophonist and National Music Festival mentor
Join us August 11 for a discussion of Green Building Design with Greg Farley
August 4 - A discussion of Art and travel with RiverArts Board member Mark Hower
Washington College Professor Ben Tilghman leads a lively discussion about the meanings and purposes of monuments and what should be done with them.
Is genius a weed that springs up anywhere or does it need a particular habitat?
In the Zoom where it happened: A conversation with Maria Wood about where Hamilton came from, what it meant, and what to watch for.
This week's special guest, John Queen, joined us for a good discussion about racial justice and action in our local community.
Listen to a discussion about Carla Massoni's journey into collecting art, engaging with gallery owners, and connecting with artists who take themselves seriously and devote their lives to excellence in their practice.
Tuesday, May 26: "Eat Like a Human" with Dr. Bill Schindler.
Mary and Howard McCoy, environmental artists and stewards of the earth who live on a working farm on the banks of the Chester River, spoke on "What is Art For?"
We were delighted to speak with Rebecca Hoffberger, the Founder & Director of the American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) in Baltimore.
