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New Norton Center exhibition showcases Centre College Studio Art faculty

Centre College’s Norton Center for the Arts recently installed “Beyond the Classroom: Survey of Works by Centre Studio Art Faculty,” a new art exhibition showcasing the extraordinary talents of Centre College’s studio art professors. This exhibition offers the public a unique opportunity to engage with the processes and professional practices of these four studio art educators who shape the artistic minds of Centre’s student body. This free exhibition features works…

2024 Bourbon Chase stop includes music, 360 video booth

Even if you aren’t a runner, you can still have a good time in downtown Danville as the 2024 Bourbon Chase relay passes through town.More than 2,500 runners will participate in this year’s race, which begins at the Jim Beam distillery in Clermont on the morning of Friday, Oct. 4 enroute to the finish line on Saturday, Oct. 5 in downtown Lexington. The more than 200-mile-long route brings teams to…

Pumpkins in the Park Night Market

Join us for the Pumpkins in the Park Night Market, a spooktacular collaboration between Danville-Boyle County Tourism and the Danville-Boyle Farmer’s Market! This special edition of the Boyle County Farmer’s Market will feature a painted pumpkin contest, eerie storytelling sessions with the Boyle County Public Library’s new Story Center, and a variety of festive treats from your favorite market vendors—many with a spooky twist. Kids can enjoy craft activities hosted…

Contemporary Prints: Picasso to Lichtenstein at Art Center of the Bluegrass

Art Center of the Bluegrass is presenting Contemporary Prints: Picasso to Lichtenstein, opening on Sept. 20 and running through Dec. 28. This exhibit is curated from a local private collection and features some of the biggest names in modern art. The walls of the Museum Gallery at 401 West Main Street in Danville will be graced with etchings, lithographs, and engravings by world-renowned artists such as Pablo Picasso, Roy Lichtenstein,…

Art, music, food and fun await at Constitution Square Festival

The Constitution Square Festival is making its much-anticipated return to the historic Constitution Square Historic Site in Danville, on September 14th from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.This beloved event offers a day of art, music, local produce, and small-town charm in the very birthplace of Kentucky.As you stroll through the park, you’ll be greeted by the vibrant colors and sounds of artists and musicians showcasing their talents. Whether you’re an art enthusiast…

“Treasures on the Trails” Event Series in Danville

As summer winds down, Danville’s picturesque trails will come alive with a unique fusion of nature and art in the “Treasures on the Trails” event series. Over the course of six weeks, from August 12th to September 16th, visitors and residents alike are invited to explore different sections of the town’s extensive trail system, all while hunting for exciting, art-themed prizes. The will to celebrate the rich artistic culture of…

Pioneer Playhouse “Glows On” with Fireflies

Pioneer Playhouse of Danville, Kentucky’s oldest outdoor theatre, continues its 75th anniversary season with Fireflies, a funny, heartfelt comedy about finding love when you least expect it.Fireflies, which runs from July 23 through August 10, was adapted for the stage by Matthew Barber from a novel entitled Eleanor and Abel by Annette Sanford. The down-home comedy centers around a retired schoolteacher named Eleanor who lives alone, set in her ways,…

Norton Center’s 2024-25 season offering entertainment from A (Alison Brown Quintet) to Z (ZZ Top)

The 2024-25 season at Danville’s Norton Center for the Arts at Centre College has another star-packed lineup, ranging from musical acts like ZZ Top and The Righteous Brothers to performances like the Paul Taylor Dance Company and Cirque Us Stories to unique presentations like Haunted Objects Live and an appearance by PBS’ Henry Louis Gates Jr.This is the Norton Center’s 51st season and the 1,476-seat Newlin Hall inside the building…

Pioneer Playhouse Presents a “Kentucky Voices” World Premiere

Pioneer Playhouse of Danville, Kentucky’s oldest outdoor theatre, continues its 75th anniversary season with a Kentucky Voices original play that celebrates a beloved piece of Kentucky history.That Book Woman, opening July 2 and running through July 20, was adapted for the stage by Holly Hepp-Galván, from a best-selling picture book by Heather Henson. While the original story was geared for children, the play has expanded the world of the book…

Gathering Artists Exhibit Opens June 21 at Art Center of the Bluegrass

The Art Center of the Bluegrass will host an exhibit of art by the Gathering Artists beginning June 21 in the Main Street Gallery.The Gathering Artists is an alliance of visual artists and fine craftspeople, meeting to find inspiration and encouragement for their artistic endeavors and to enhance social networking and creative growth in the community. They will exhibit some of their works at the Main Street Gallery located at…