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Painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, screenprinting, photography, architecture, textiles, crafts, and so much more. If you love the visual arts, don’t miss First Fridays, presented by the Downtown Spokane Partnership. Find your new favorite gallery via our interactive art map. 

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Event: November 5
First Friday Open House at The Hive!

Start your November First Friday with a tour of The Hive! See what the Artists-in-Residence have been creating in the recently opened Spokane Public Library studio spaces! The Artists-In-Residence (and one Writer-In-Residence) have been working hard for the last few months and invite the public to come see their progress during First Friday ArtWalk! Come visit their studios and check out their work. Tours of The Hive will also be available. 
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Event: Opens October 2
RECENT ACQUISITIONS: SELECTIONS FROM THE SAFECO ART COLLECTION

RECENT ACQUISITIONS: SELECTIONS FROM THE SAFECO ART COLLECTION Seattle-based Safeco Insurance began collecting art in the 1970s and sought to build a collection that reflected “the creativity and diversity of the communities it served.” Recognized nationally as a model for corporate collecting, the Safeco Art Collection evolved to capture a uniquely Pacific Northwest aesthetic. The MAC is proud to be entrusted with a portion of the Safeco Art Collection and to preserve its legacy. Visit the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Event: Opens October 3
Louis Comfort Tiffany at the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

LOUIS COMFORT TIFFANY: TREASURES FROM THE DRIEHAUS COLLECTIONOCT 3, 2021-FEB 13, 2022 A celebration of the artistry and craftsmanship of the Tiffany artworks from Chicago’s distinguished Richard H. Driehaus Collection, highlighting masterworks never before presented in a comprehensive exhibition. Exhibition organized by the Richard H. Driehaus Museum and toured by International Art & Artists, Washington, D.C. Visit the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Event: Opens October 1
“Spookane” at the Liberty Gallery in October!

Superstition, folklore, urban legends and things that go bump in the night are inspirations for October’s Liberty Gallery exhibit “Spookane”. The show is held in the Historic Liberty Building, opens on Friday, October 1st and includes works by Collista Krebs, Ann Contois, Andrea Parrish, Ryker Murdock, Katie Frey, Mary Pat Kanaley, Betsy Mott, Karen Sutula, Robbie Anderson, Geri Griffin and Terri Griffin. Our Halloween show also includes excerpts from Chet Caskey’s Spokane ghost story books to give visitors even more chills. Unlike the Spokane ghosts, “Spookane” will disappear on October 30th!
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Event: October 9
Artist Showcase Art Auction presented by Spokane Valley Arts Council

Annually since 2006, the Spokane Valley Arts Council has produced the Artist Showcase Art Auction. The event includes art, live music, and dinner for a memorable experience saturated with the exciting atmosphere of artistry. SVAC is having its 14th Annual Artist Showcase Art Auction on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place in the Spokane Valley.