The CAA is always organizing and adding new exciting events and exhibitions to the yearly schedule, so be sure to check the calendar often! Click the month you'd like to see or simply scroll down.

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FEBRUARY 9 - 24

ANNUAL QUILT SHOW (In Galleries A & B) Sponsored by the Fenimore Quilt Club of Cooperstown. Both old and new quilts will be featured and some will even be for sale. Members of the Quilt Club will be present to demonstrate techniques and answer questions. Read more about the Quilt Show.

MARCH 7 - 28

“AN ARTISTIC DISCOVERY” (In Gallery A) The Congressional Art Competition for Otsego County High School Students. Six students will go on to exhibit at Munson-Williams-Proctor Art Institute School of Art Gallery. Opening Reception: Friday, March 7th 5 - 7pm.

MARCH 7 - 28

“ADVENTURE IN COLOR” (In Gallery B) Paintings and sculpture by Paul Zaengle. Opening Reception: Friday, March 7th 5 - 7pm.

APRIL 4 - MAY 2

PAINTINGS BY ELAINE & MURRAY WENTWORTH (In Gallery A) A two person show of work in watercolor. Opening Reception: Friday, April 4th 5 - 7pm.

APRIL 4 - MAY 2

ERIK HALVORSON: FOR MY BROTHER LEIF LITTLE KNUCKLE-HEAD LIVES FOREVER (In Gallery B) A solo exhibiton of work in glass. Opening Reception: Friday, April 4th 5 - 7pm.

APRIL 4 - APRIL 17

“ECO ART/TRENDY TRASH” (In Gallery C) Mixed recycled materials exhibit and contest as part of the annual Earth Festival. Opening Reception: Friday, April 4th 5 - 7pm.

APRIL 26 & 27

“SPRING CLEANING: ART BOOK SALE” Saturday & Sunday 11 - 4pm (In Gallery C) Art Books, Art Magazines and Ephemera Sale. No Fee! Early Bird: Saturday, 10am, $15 per person

MAY 9 - MAY 30

COOPERSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL (In Gallery C) An exhibition of student work from the Cooperstown Central School. Opening Reception: Friday, May 9th 5 - 7pm.

MAY 9 - JUNE 4

PRUSSIAN TO VERMILLION NEW ENGLAND TO THE CARIBBEAN (In Gallery A) A solo exhibition of work by Jerald Cajko. Opening Reception: Friday, May 9th 5 - 7pm.

MAY 9 - JUNE 4

THERE IS MORE UNDER THE WATER THAN FISH AQUATIC SCENES IN MINIATURE (In Gallery B) A group invitational show. Opening Reception: Friday, May 9th 5 - 7pm.

JUNE 13 - JULY 2

LEATHERSTOCKING BRUSH AND PALETTE CLUB (In Gallery C) The annual fine art show of the Leatherstocking Brush & Palette Club featuring work by area artists in a multitude of styles. Opening Reception: Friday, June 13th 5 - 7pm.

JUNE 13 - JULY 11

“ESSENTIAL ART” REGIONAL JURIED ART SHOW (In Gallery A) A juried art show celebrating the talents of regional artists. This year's jurors are Alison Berry & Julian Hatton. Opening Reception: Friday, June 13th 5 - 7pm. Awards 6pm. Read more about the Regional Show

JUNE 13 - JULY 11

WESTERN LANDSCAPES (In Gallery B) A solo show of work in photography by Arthur Cohen. Opening Reception: Friday, June 13th 5 - 7pm.

JULY 19 - AUGUST 22

73rd ANNUAL NATIONAL EXHIBITION (In Galleries A, B & C) A juried art show celebrating the talents of national artists. This year's jurors are Cornelia Seckel & Raymond J. Steiner. Preview Party: Friday, July 18th 5 - 7pm. Awards 6pm. Read more about the National Show.

AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 26

MADE IN NEW YORK : “THE ART OF THE GARDEN” (In Gallery A) A fine craft invitational show exclusively for New York State artisans. Opening Reception: Friday, September 5th 5 - 7pm. Read more about Made in New York.

AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 26

“CIRCLES OF CONFUSION” (In Gallery B) A solo exhibition of work by Katharine Kreisher featuring the installation, “Dream Cloak”. Opening Reception: Friday, September 5th 5 - 7pm.

AUGUST 30 & 31

FINE ARTS ON THE LAWN Labor Day Weekend Daily 10:00am - 5:00pm (On the front porch and Lawn of the CAA) A fine art sale of member work. Read more about Fine Arts on the Lawn.

OCTOBER 3 - 31

OAKROOM ARTISTS (In Gallery B) A group exhibition of work. Opening Reception: Friday, October 3rd 5 - 7pm.

OCTOBER 3 - 18

"LUCK OF THE DRAW" (In Gallery B) The CAA celebrates it's 80th year with a brand new fundraiser! Click here to read about Luck of the Draw. Ticket Drawing: Sunday, October 19th 2pm.

OCTOBER 29

PUMPKIN GLOW Wednesday 6:00pm - 7:00pm (On the front porch) Come drop off your carved and decorated pumpkins during the day and the CAA will add them to what will culminate in a "Pumpkin Glow" when the sun goes down.

NOVEMBER 14 - DECEMBER 22

HOLIDAY MEMBER SHOW & SALE (In Galleries A & B) Work in the show is geared toward holiday gift giving and includes cards, ornaments, glass, sculpture, wood work, paintings, prints, photos, fiber arts, toys, furniture, pottery and much more! You must be a member to exhibit. Opening Reception: Friday, November 14th 5 - 7pm. Read more about the Holiday Member Show and Sale.

NOVEMBER 29

ADORN-A-DOOR WREATH FESTIVAL Saturday 10:00am - 4:30pm (In Gallery C) A silent auction of holiday wreaths donated by local artists, artisans and businesses. The festival is a great way to advertise your business and help support the CAA scholarship fund! Read more about Adorn A Door.

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HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE (In the Foyer & Galleries A & B) In conjunction with Cooperstown's Christmas Past, the CAA will be open extended hours. Stop in and browse our Holiday Member Show & Sale, try some festive treats and don't miss your last chance at our silent auction items as the bidding ends that evening at 8pm!

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