You're invited to the O'Brien Art Gallery Annual Holiday Party as we kick off the season with art, cheer, and special holiday shopping!

Join us at the 2024 Winterfest Marketplace for a special opportunity to meet the artists and find one of a kind gifts, including the vibrant artwork of local artist Kristin Gibson! On Thursday, November 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Kristin will be sharing her painted greeting cards, small paintings and special collections created with patients, family, caregivers and nurses in mind. Find the Winterfest in the main concourse of Duke University Hospital.

Winterfest Marketplace is proud to host a diverse group of North Carolina artisans who will showcase and sell their handmade items for six Thursdays across November and December. This event is open to Duke Health employees, visitors, and patients, providing a chance to support local artists and find distinctive, from the heart, hand-crafted gifts.

For more information, please contact us at winterfest@dm.duke.edu. Don't miss this festive celebration of creativity!

Kick off your holiday shopping at the Golden Belt Arts Holiday Market on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM! Held at the vibrant Golden Belt Campus, located at 800 Taylor Street, Durham, NC, this market will feature over 25 local artists showcasing unique handmade goods and artwork—perfect for finding one-of-a-kind gifts for friends and family.

Among the talented artists is Kristin Gibson, known for her expressive fine art. Don’t miss this chance to browse her stunning creations and discover a range of other locally crafted pieces.

Come enjoy a festive atmosphere while supporting local talent! For more information, visit Golden Belt Arts.

See you there!

Sip and shop from local artists, surrounded by stunning murals at Uhill Apartments.

From paintings and sculptures to handcrafted jewelry and ceramics, 20+ artists will showcase their artistic styles, all for sale in front of and throughout the UHill Apartment Complex. Enjoy complimentary drinks thanks to University Hill Apartments. After the market, explore the murals, shops, and restaurants of UHill for a memorable and local Durham evening.

Duke Park Plein Air Festival

Bring a picnic, or grab some snacks from the Duke Park food truck and beverage area, and enjoy the artistic ambiance of live painters throughout the park. All art works will be available for purchase with a portion of the funds from the live art to support improvements in Duke Park.

Payment can be made on-site, and artwork can be picked up later at the DPR building or on-site if complete. Artists will also have the option to vend artwork, creating an art market experience in addition to live painting!

**In case of rain, the event will be rescheduled for September 29th, with a backup date of October 5th if needed.

Join City Art Gallery for their annual Summer Salon! This year’s exhibition features new works from 25 of City Art Gallery’s acclaimed artists. Kristin Gibson has enjoyed creating a new 6x6 collection that features native flowers of the NC coast, as well as 36x36 canvases direct from the garden. In addition favorite beach locales in a variety of sizes. Enjoy a diverse range of styles and mediums that celebrate the vibrancy of the summer season.

The O’Brien Art Gallery Annual Holiday Show for 2023 will open on Friday, November 17th from 6-8 pm. Come join us for an evening of art, live music, and wine!