It’s a great time to come out to Rappahannock County! Spring is on the way, and the air has hints of sunshine and warmth, as the colors of spring begin creeping up the hills. This month there is a new exhibit along with an opening reception, and new featured artists in our galleries.
Enjoy a wonderful meal or a drink at our local coffee shops, taverns, and cocktail bars, after an invigorating hike in the Shenandoah or walk around our small towns. Sample award-winning wines, micro-brews, and whisky, and visit all the amazing shops in Washington and Sperryville. See a show at the Theater in Little Washington or the Castleton Festival.
There are lots of resources here on our website under the About Rappahannock to help you plan your visit.
Rappahannock County is so beautiful in March, as spring arrives in the Shenandoah National Park and beautiful Blue Ridge mountains. It’s a wonderful time to visit the beautiful and special jewel that is Rappahannock County.
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GAY STREET GALLERY
Joe DeFeo, Rod Glover and Fred Williamson
March 21 – May 10, 2026
Artist Reception: March 21, 2026 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm
337 Gay Street
Washington, VA 22747
540-227-5100
Hours: Friday – Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm or by appointment 540-316-8898
Gay Street Gallery is also happy to help you by phone 540-227-5100 or email office@gaystreetgallery.com.
This exhibit features the works of three artists. The gallery also features work from other local and national artists, works from the archives of Kevin H. Adams and from the Gallery Owner’s Collection.
Images (top to bottom):
Fred Williamson
Joe de Feo
Rod Glover
CONTINUING EXHIBITIONS
MIDDLE STREET GALLERY
“Members & Friends” Show
January 23 – April 5, 2026
Opening Reception: February 21, 2026, 4:00 – 6:00 pm
311 Gay Street, Lower Level, facing Main Street & across from Ballard’s Gallery
Washington, VA 22747
540-227-5066
Hours: Friday – Sunday, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Invited Regional artist friends contribute new art alongside longtime gallery members in Middle Street Gallery’s annual invitational show.
GAY STREET GALLERY
Tim Carrington, Janet Stoeke and Hans Gerhard
January 10 – March 15, 2026
Artist Reception: January 10, 2026 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm
337 Gay Street
Washington, VA 22747
540-227-5100
Hours: Friday – Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm or by appointment 540-316-8898
Gay Street Gallery is also happy to help you by phone 540-227-5100 or email office@gaystreetgallery.com.
This exhibit features work from three local artists. The gallery also features work from other artists, works from the archives of Kevin H. Adams and from the Gallery Owner’s Collection.
Images (top to bottom):
The Stillpoint of the Turning World, by Tim Carrington
Fading Light in Yellowstone, by Hans
Tending to the Understory, by Janet Stoeke
Ben Mason
Alfred Regnery
SPERRYVILLE ARTIST COOPERATIVE & GALLERY
Featured Artist: Benjamin Mason
through March 31, 2026
Sperryville River District
3 River Lane
Sperryville, VA 22740
540-227-6509
Hours: Thursday – Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm
Ben Mason is an accomplished musician and artist. His mixed media constructions and paintings are influenced by the philosophy of Aboriginal and Tribal art and contain artifacts, found objects, and pieces from nature that present a deeper calling.
Meet the artist at the gallery on the second Saturday of each month, from 3:00 – 5:00 pm.
Featured Artist: Alfred Regnery
February 1 – June 30, 2026
Sperryville River District
3 River Lane
Sperryville, VA 22740
540-227-6509
Hours: Thursday – Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm
In addition to new works by Adam Disbrow and Laura Carstoiu, Ben Mason’s mixed media creations, and Mike Millan’s live edge tables, the SPAC Gallery will feature Alfred Regnery and his handcrafted locally harvested handmade Windsor chairs and rockers through June, 2026.