A special display event at the Arts Council of Carteret County Big Rock Gallery is now open for viewing. Come out to see the art work of James Barnes. The display is available from Oct 26 through Nov 14. A reception featuring the artist is Nov 14th at 4 pm. Meet the Artist: James Barnes James Barnes is a devoted father, grandfather, and a proud military veteran residing in New Bern, NC. With nearly three decades of artistic experience, his creative journey has transformed

The 2026 Membership Showcase got off to a rousing start at the reception on Saturday Sept 26th. The event was sponsored by Casey Elliott Attorney at Law by providing a sumptuous spread of delicacies and a nice assortment of libations including mimosas! Our own Stephen Grant embellished the groaning board with his fresh shrimp and smoked pork tenderloins. Our ACCC Board President, Melissa Kelley, provided a summary of the year's accomplishments and thanked the membership for

Artists paint some 3 x 3 mini canvases! The Arts Council of Carteret County will sell them in our Gallery during the holiday season and at the December Art Walk in Beaufort. All proceeds go to helping our school art teachers buy supplies for art projects. Pick up a bag of canvases at the Carolina Artist Gallery front desk. Please return canvases to the Arts Council at 1702 Arendell St, Morehead City by Saturday, November 7th.

September 12th at 1 p.m. Sandy Stewart Art presentation. Join us to hear about Sandy Stewart’s adventures in art! She was captivated by the shimmering magic of resin art and dove into experimentation, developing an openness to new techniques. Reception to follow at Spoondrift. Sponsored by the Friends of the Bogue Banks Library. Sandy Stewart Sandy Stewart is an abstract artist with a passion for exploring emotion, color, and movement through her work. Originally from Garlan