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What’s happening at the Gibbes this April?

If you guessed the return of one of Charleston’s favorite festivals, Art Charleston, you’re correct.

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Art Charleston showcases how we interact with art in our everyday lives and the connection between art and our shared experience.

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Good news: Art Charleston returns April 22 through April 26 with five days of creativity, conversation, and community.

Here’s what to expect this year:

  • Art of Design Luncheon | April 22 | Jane Scott Hodges of Leontine Linens brings an afternoon of design inspiration and Southern elegance.
  • Revolutionary Conversations | April 22 | Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, in partnership with the International African American Museum and Gaillard Performing Arts Center.
  • Gibbes on the Street | April 23 | 20+ chefs take over Meeting Street for this beloved outdoor culinary celebration.
  • Art and Blues | April 24 | Experience soulful blues and the art of Leo Twiggs at this Lenhardt Garden concert.
  • Contemporary Art Today Symposium | April 25 | Explore an in-depth look at collecting, creating, and the Southern art scene.
  • Artisan Fair | April 26 | Shop handcrafted works by local makers.

Plus, don’t miss the concurrent exhibition, “Revelations: The Art of Leo Twiggs,” on view through May 3.

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