Receptions are the first Saturday of each Show from 7-9 PM.
Regular Gallery hours are 1:00-5:00 PM Thursday-Saturday.
The Gallery only is closed in January and August for annual castle upkeep (classes will still be offered).
Are you an artist interested in exhibiting with WomanKraft? Call 520-256-7455 for an appointment with Tony Russo or Gayle Swanbeck, Directors of Exhibits. Artists, please note: Shows are filled from first to respond. Deadlines indicate the last day works will be viewed, not the first. Hence, make contact ASAP. Call Thursday to Saturday from 1-5pm to speak to the docent on duty.
Gallery ONLY is closed in January 2026
FEBRUARY 7-March 28, 2026: NATURE
RECEPTION: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 7-9pm
Flora, fauna or landscape is the theme for this exhibit from anywhere in our big beautiful world. All mediums and styles considered. Deadline for jurying: January 24, 2026
APRIL 4- MAY 30, 2026 DRAWING DOWN THE MUSE
RECEPTION: SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 7-9pm
It’s our 37th annual women artists only show. All mediums and styles included in this decades long WomanKraft tradition. Become a part of our rich and proud history. Deadline for jurying March 21, 2026
JUNE 6- JULY 25, 2026 WITHOUT LIMITS
RECEPTION: SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 7-9pm.
This show celebrates each artist’s chosen style, medium and creativity- it will feature local artists from the emerging to the already arrived. With art selected for the quality of that work, its perspective and creative uses of the chosen mediums. It can be a great photo or a photographic collage, a lovely painting on canvas or handpainted clothing, a beautiful ceramic sculpture or a 3-D piece all from recycled materials. Let us see what you have to offer, it’s without limits. Deadline for jurying: May 23, 2026
Gallery ONLY is closed in August 2026
SEPTEMBER 5-OCTOBER 31st, 2026- AUTUMN SPIRIT
RECEPTION SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 7-9pm
From coast to coast USA what does September- October trigger in you? The end of monsoon rains? Fall Colors? Early winter snow? Indian summer? Halloween? Day of the Dead? It’s wide open both in mediums and subjects.
Deadline for jurying: August 22, 2026
NOVEMBER 7- DECEMBER 19, 2026: HOLIDAY BAZAAR
RECEPTION: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 7-9pm
It’s the 40th annual Holiday Bazaar! This unique show celebrates the work of local artists with a wide range of fine arts and crafts all retailing between $1 and $100. We seek art that reflects the holiday season from Winter Solstice to Christmas, from Kwanzaa to Hanukkah; all
mediums, all styles considered. Deadline for jurying: October 24, 2026.
Special Events
ANNUAL BOARD MEETING
Saturday, January 3, 2026- 10-NOON (9:30-10:00 Coffee and Bagels)
Our WomanKraft Board’s annual meeting will be held. Open to board members and proposed new members. Business will be reported in Volume 79 of the Castle Voice.
THE NEW AND IMPROVED ANNUAL RUMMAGE FAIR
Saturday, January 10, 2026- 10am-6pm
It’s a one day event this year with only high end quality items being offered. Call to see if your donation works for this sale. We are accepting deliveries of goods until January 3, 2026. Call 520-256-7455 or speak with a docent Thursday-Saturday 1-5pm. Volunteers needed! Be sure to come by, tell family and friends, spread the word through all your social media. We need help with setting up and working the fair plus clean up. Please sign up with us ASAP! Thank you so very much, let’s make this our best rummage fair ever!
Drawing Down the Muse Celebration 2026
On Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3 we’re bringing back the Drawing Down the Muse Conference for Women.!
Saturday begins at 9:30 a.m. with coffee, tea, bagels and cream cheese. Then two workshop presenters will share their offerings, and you’ll choose the one you’d like to attend. Workshops will end at 12:30, and the day ends between 1:00 and 1:30 pm.
On Sunday May 3, the event begins at 12:30 p.m. (beverages offered) while two presenters offer the two workshops to choose from for the day. Workshops run from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. From 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. participants share their creations from their workshops or bring work created outside the conference: songs, art, poetry, instrumentals, short prose or storytelling. Enjoy light munchies, drinks and talent. Before we close a raffle drawing will take place. You must be present to win. The cost is only $80 for both days. Workshop themes will be announced soon but include both art and literature options. You must pre-register and pay by 5:00 p.m. Saturday, April 18th, 2026. The number of participants we can accommodate is limited so please register as soon as possible. You will find a listing on Scadlr, our online scheduling website or call/stop by during regular business hours (Th-Sat, 1-5).