48th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show Reception

Dare County Arts Council, 48th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show Reception
Event Description: 

Come out and see beautiful local and regional art at the opening reception of the 48th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show! Writer, artist, and Dare Arts’ former Gallery Director Lynne Francis will judge this year's artworks, and one artist's work will earn the distinctive Eure Best in Show Award. The Frank Stick Memorial Art Show is the longest running visual arts exhibit in Dare County. The exhibit has been displayed every winter at Dare Arts since its inception in 2017.

About Frank Stick:

The annual show is held in memory of Outer Banks preservationist and artist Frank Stick, who was instrumental in having miles of the Cape Hatteras Seashore designated as the first National Seashore. His influence on the Outer Banks as a preservationist and artist cemented his lasting legacy as one of the most important figures of the 20th century in the county. 

After the opening, the show will be open for viewing during normal gallery hours February 7 - 28, 2026. 

When is the Event?: 
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 6:00 pm

Where is the event?

Dare County Arts Council (See address and directions on the rightbelow)

Dare County Arts Council

PO Box 2300
300 Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Manteo
(252) 473-5558
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