2008 Weekend at the Galleries

Don’t miss these activities Columbus Day weekend! Join in four days of festive activities at the 12th annual Silver City “Weekend at the Galleries” – Participate in gallery art walks, a wine tasting gala, the “phantom studio” special event and art auction, theater presentations and a Film Festival. The weekend festivities are presented by the Mimbres Region Arts Council and sponsored by 1st New Mexico Bank of Silver City..

Friday, October 10

Wine Tasting & Reception

5 – 7 pm

Gallery 400/Gila House Hotel

400 N Arizona Street

$15/Ticket

– a benefit for the Mimbres Region Arts Council. Enjoy sampling different wines from New Mexico Wineries in the beautiful outdoor courtyard of the gallery, while admiring the paintings on exhibit. The $15 ticket entitles the bearer to a commemorative wine glass and tastes of several varieties of wine. Additional wine can be purchased by the glass.

Saturday, October 11

Phantom Studio

10 am – 6 pm

Ikosaedar [Elks Building]

315 N Texas Street

FREE!

12 artists appear out of nowhere – each creating a piece of art in just 8 hours. The Phantom Studio enables the public to watch the creation of amazing works of art by talented local artists.

Saturday, October 11

Phantom Studio Auction

7:30 pm Preview

8:00 pm Auction

Gallery 400/Gila House Hotel

400 N Arizona Street

$15/Ticket

Each wonderful piece will disappear into the hands of a happy bidder – but don’t expect the works to be framed, or even dry! Each attendee will receive a complimentary glass of champagne and gourmet desserts.

Advanced Tickets $20 for both evening events. Tickets available at the Arts council office in Wells Fargo Bank, 12th & Pope.

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Gallery Art Walk Hours [26 participating galleries]

Saturday, October 11 – 10 am – 7 pm

Sunday, October 12 – 10 am – 4 pm

Monday, October 13 – 10 am – 2 pm