Crosscurrents 2024 Art Exhibition Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony
Event Details
Join us Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the Stifel Fine Arts Center for the opening of our Crosscurrents 2024 art exhibition.
Each year, dozens of artists vie for a chance to exhibit in this long-running annual show. A guest juror chooses the works for the exhibit and cash prizes are awarded to winning artists. Our juror this year is Michael Dixon.
Crosscurrents 2024 is on display April 11—June 14, 2024. Regular gallery hours are 9am-5pm Monday through Friday and 10am-4pm Saturday. Evening hours dependent on classes and special events. Admission is free.
Sponsored by United Bank.
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Crossscurrents Public Opening Reception
A free reception begins at 6:30pm. Awards will be announced at approximately 7pm.
Register online or call 304-242-7700 to attend the opening reception. RSVPs are appreciated, but not required. All are welcome.
Crosscurrents Exhibit Preview and Meet & Greet with Curator- Exclusively for OI Members
Oglebay Institute members make memorable experiences possible all year long! As a thank you, we’re excited offer new members-only opportunities.
Members can enjoy a first look at the 2024 Crosscurrents exhibition, a meet and greet with the curator, and special refreshments at the one-hour Members Preview Event from 5:30pm-6:30pm Thursday, April 11.
Register online for the Members Preview Event or call 304-242-7700.
Stifel Center Art Exhibition Season
A vibrant public space accessible to everyone, the Stifel Fine Arts Center showcases the work of established and emerging artists. Year-round, changing exhibits encourage enjoyment and appreciation of visual art through direct engagement with original works in traditional and non-traditional mediums.
Exhibits provide a platform for critical thinking, stimulate learning about art and the creative process and challenge viewers to expand the definition of art and reflect on the role of art in society.
Exhibits are free and open to the public to tour.
2023-24 Stifel Exhibition Season
Society of Animal Artists “Art and the Animal” 63rd Annual Exhibition
August 11–October 28, 2023
Holiday Art Show and Sale
November 10–December 22, 2023
35th Annual Regional Student Art Exhibition
January 11–February 9, 2024
Earth & Fire 2024
February 23–March 29, 2024
Crosscurrents 2024
April 11–June 14, 2024
Bicycle, Bicycle!
June 28–August 23, 2024
About the Stifel Fine Arts Center
Housed in the historic Edemar Mansion, the Stifel Fine Arts Center is a treasure trove for artistic expression and personal fulfillment. As a public arts center, the community can enjoy our galleries, classrooms and performance spaces. Artists, art lovers, students, educators and families gather here to connect and engage in creative pursuits.
Tour our art galleries and see the work of local, regional and national artists. You can take a class in painting, pottery, jewelry making and more. Our classes and workshops provide knowledge and tools to explore the visual arts.
Attend a jazz concert, wine tasting or craft beer event. The elegant setting is ideal for date nights and evenings out with friends.
