Plein Air Days

Second Saturday of the Month April – October (April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, September 13, October 11)

Gari Melchers Home and Studio invites artists of all skill levels and mediums to participate in our Plein Air Days. On these unique days, artists are encouraged to create in our gardens, display their work in progress, and meet with other artists and visitors. The grounds will open early at 8:00 AM. The extended site hours for this event (8:00 AM – 10:00 AM) may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Gari Melchers Home and Studio will communicate any changes via social media.

Gari Melchers Home and Studio is open daily 10:00 AM- 5:00 PM. It is free to walk the grounds and gardens. There is an admission charge to tour the historic home and galleries.

The outdoor Plein Air Day event is free and open to the public. There is no fee for participating artists. Professional photographers using the site for client portrait sessions must follow our Photography Guidelines and site use fees.

If you have questions, or to register, please contact our Museum Store Manager, Lindy Lynn at 540-654-1843 or bGx5bm4gfCB1bXcgISBlZHU=.

https://at.umw.edu/event/plein-air-days

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