Essex Art Center is working to build an Arts and Culture District that will support artists, strengthen businesses, and grow the local economy by creating recurring reasons for people to gather, participate, and explore Lawrence.
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Lawrence Arts + Culture Calendar
Discover exhibitions, performances, workshops, festivals, classes, and creative events happening in and around Lawrence.
October 2026
Crow Show Opening Reception
Join us for the opening reception of the Crow Show, featuring artwork celebrating one of nature's most fascinating and visually striking birds.
Event Details →Wheel Throwing Nights
Spend Friday night in the studio throwing clay, experimenting on the wheel, and making things with friends.
Event Details →Ink for Impact Steamroller Community Print Fest
A community printmaking festival featuring large-scale relief printing, artists, and a giant steamroller. This is an example of a submitted event under editorial review.
Event Details →November 2026
Free Portfolio Night
Bring your work, meet other artists, and get feedback and guidance in a supportive creative environment.
Event Details →Nerd Aler: Micro Con
A celebration of fandom, creativity, artists, makers, and all things wonderfully nerdy.
Event Details →Submitted Events
Events submitted by artists, organizations, and community members are reviewed by Lawrence Arts Collective before appearing on the public calendar.
Have an event?
Submit your exhibition, performance, workshop, concert, film screening, festival, artist talk, class, or other arts and culture event for consideration.
Submit Your Event →My Approach
What began as a passion project has evolved into something more. We’re proud of where we’ve been and even more excited for what’s ahead. What sets us apart isn’t just our process—it’s the intention behind it. We take time to understand, explore, and create with purpose at every turn.
Simple ideas
Through every step, we've focused on staying true to our values and making space for thoughtful, lasting work.
Lasting impact
We build with clarity, act with integrity, and always stay curious.