"Abstract in Asheville" On View: October 9, 2026 – January 3, 2027
Abstract works take over a downtown Asheville gallery in a multi-month exhibition exploring color, shape, and texture through contemporary visual art. Browse at your own pace during the fall-to-winter run ending in early January.
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A deep dive into lathe-based making, tracing how spinning wood and tool marks shaped an artistic movement. Expect close-looking at turned forms and sculptural textures in a quiet, curated gallery context.
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Explore a current featured exhibition through an interactive, educator-led museum tour, with context and conversation from volunteer guides or Museum staff. No reservations are needed.
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