# Event Details - **Event Name**: Brushes & History: A Plein Air Paint Out - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Celebrate 150 years of Spearfish history with a plein air paint-out featuring local artists, public voting, prizes, and art sales.About this EventEvent OverviewHosts: Matthews Opera House & Spearfish MuseumParking & Restrooms: Brady ParkCost: $20 for participating artists and free for the publicJoin The Matthews and the Spearfish Museum for an afternoon of art, history, and community on Saturday, October 3rd, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at 435 Meier Avenue, the future home of the Spearfish Museum.Held in celebration of 150 years of Spearfish history, from 1876 to 2026, this plein air paint-out invites local and regional artists to create work inspired by the people, places, landscapes, buildings, and stories that have shaped the community. Artists may choose to interpret a specific historic subject or respond more broadly to the character and legacy of Spearfish. Artist registration is $20, and participating artists are responsible for bringing their own materials, easels, seating, and supplies. All proceeds will be shared to support the Spearfish Museum and the Matthews.The event is free and open to the public; donations are appreciated and will be shared to support the Matthews and Spearfish Museum. Community members are encouraged to watch the creative process unfold, visit with participating artists, learn more about local history, vote for a People’s Choice favorite, and purchase available artwork. Parking and restrooms will be available at Brady Park.Event Schedule1:00–1:45 - Artist check-in2:00 - Painting begins2:00–4:00 - Public viewing and artists painting4:00 - Brushes down; judging and voting begin4:00–5:00 - Artwork display and social hour4:45 - People’s Choice voting closes5:00 - Awards announcedArtist InformationArtists may paint at the museum site, use historic reference materials, or work from another nearby location during the painting period.Subject matter must relate to Spearfish history. Historic buildings used as subjects should be at least 50 years old.Artists must provide their own art materials, seating, easels, and supplies.Finished event artwork should remain on the artist’s easel for the 4:00–5:00 p.m. display and voting period. The Matthews can provide a limited number of small display easels if needed.Artists may sell artwork during the social hour; a commission will not be collected. Artists who want to display or sell additional work must bring their own display materials and manage their own sales.AwardsPeople's Choice: Community voting during the paint-out and social hour starting at 5. Voting will end at 4:45, and the winner will be announced at 6.Juried Awards: First, Second, and Third place selections made by a panel of local artists and historians.Awards will consist of gift cards from various local businesses, and Winning pieces will be displayed at the Matthews Opera House from October 5th - October 14th. Spearfish Museum will display the work on Oct 15th during Paul Higbee’s presentations. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/spearfish/brushes-and-history-a-plein-air-paint-out/100001996474033578 - **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts, nonprofit, fifa-watch-party - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: 435 Meier Ave - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 20, max: 20, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Spearfish - **state**: SD - **country**: United States - **location**: 435 Meier Ave - **lat**: 44.48661389999999 - **long**: -103.8654012 - **full address**: 435 Meier Ave, 435 Meier Avenue, Spearfish, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Brushes & History: A Plein Air Paint Out - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/d8ae3e0c873e18aec55e4b604c8ffd5c3d516c84ecc2e3384846653877448353-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1790245865 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Brushes & History: A Plein Air Paint Out being held? - **A:** Brushes & History: A Plein Air Paint Out takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 435 Meier Ave, 435 Meier Avenue, Spearfish, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Brushes & History: A Plein Air Paint Out? - **A:** Brushes & History: A Plein Air Paint Out is organized by The Matthews. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at The Matthews's events? - **A:** Attendees have given The Matthews a rating of 4.33/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. The Matthews has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Brushes & History: A Plein Air Paint Out is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Spearfish, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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