AVA Gallery and Art Center

Discover AVA Gallery and Art Center

Located in a beautifully restored 150-year-old textile factory, AVA Gallery is a vibrant hub for creativity in the Upper Valley. Our 41,500-square-foot, ADA-compliant facility includes eight art classrooms, 19 artist studios, and eight exhibition spaces—including the Bank Street Gallery, a welcoming venue for artist members to exhibit and sell their work.

AVA offers hands-on opportunities in a variety of artistic disciplines, from traditional visual arts classes like painting and drawing to woodwork, ceramics, and metalworking in our Sculptural Studies Building. AVA is a place for artistic exploration and community connection, no matter your arts interest!

In 2024 alone, AVA hosted over 170 art classes, 60 hours of free community programs, and 10 artist talks and events. More than 460 artists exhibited their work, earning over $50,000 in sales, and our galleries welcomed 11,000+ visitors. We also awarded $10,000+ in financial assistance to make art accessible to everyone.

We proudly collaborate with over 30 local organizations and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment for all—regardless of background or identity.

All are welcome here. Visit us Tuesday through Saturday, 11 AM–5 PM.

Our Mission

As a catalyst for creativity, AVA cultivates an openness of space and mind to inspire, nurture, and showcase the artistic spirit. 

Our Vision

AVA Gallery and Art Center serves its mission by maintaining powerful exhibitions, and vibrant artist studios, and offering dynamic educational programming for artists of all ages and abilities. With an emphasis on building community, AVA also hosts and promotes special events that foster interaction between artists, patrons of the arts, and the general public. All of our work is done with the priority of environmental sustainability and with the recognition that art enriches our lives. 

Our Values

Leadership:  We listen to and learn from our community, addressing and mobilizing resources for the common good.

Equity:  We strive for equity among artists, patrons of the arts, and the general public through various interactions and shared learning opportunities.

Inclusiveness:  We champion inclusiveness in our community by honoring diverse backgrounds, voices, and strengths in the visual arts.

Accountability:  We hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, service, and fiduciary responsibility.

Sustainability:  We serve as stewards for our organization’s investments and honor the charitable intentions of our donors. 

Who We Are

Our Vision

AVA Gallery and Art Center serves its mission by maintaining powerful exhibitions, vibrant artist studios, and offering dynamic educational programming for artists of all ages and abilities. With an emphasis on building community, AVA also hosts and promotes special events that foster interaction between artists, patrons of the arts and the general public. All of our work is done with the priority of environmental sustainability and with the recognition that art enriches our lives.

Our Values

Leadership: We listen to and learn from our community, addressing and mobilizing resources for the common good.

Equity: We strive for equity among artists, patrons of the arts and the general public through a variety of interactions and shared learning opportunities.

Inclusiveness: We champion inclusiveness in our community by honoring diverse backgrounds, voices and strengths in the visual arts.

Accountability: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, service and fiduciary responsibility.

Sustainability: We serve as stewards for our organization’s investments and honor the charitable intentions of our donors.