On view August 29 – October 17, 2024 in the City Gallery is Now & Then, which is an exhibition of Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival’s memorabilia including vintage posters designed by local artists, badges, merchandise, a special quilt created by Patty Ann Smith,...
Hi everyone, my name is Zoe! I am currently a senior graphic design student at Augusta University. I am super excited to be working with the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival's Young Artist Market this Fall. A little about me; I am the...
The Greater Augusta Arts Council and the City of Augusta are excited to celebrate the 42nd Annual Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival, a vibrant event that showcases the creativity and diversity of our community. Among the many attractions of this beloved festival is...
Michael Meissner is a local artist who made the decision to hit the road with his talent; living the nomadic lifestyle while touring the country with his family and creating work. He has been featured in the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival as...
The Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival had its humble beginnings in a rather unique way. In 1981, on the Augusta College (now Augusta University) campus, the Greater Augusta Arts Council with suggestions from the local community created the “Collage ’81 Festival.” Dr. Russell...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 26, 2024 – Augusta, GA Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival Street Closings The following STREET CLOSING PLAN will be implemented for the 2024 Arts in The Heart Festival: Tuesday (9/17) 11pm: Albion & Broad St. 8th Street (from Ellis to Broad) 9th Street (next to the Board of...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (August 20, 2024) Big Bailey & Friends Performing Live At Arts In The Heart Of Augusta Augusta, GA – Big Bailey Featuring Lolita Pierre, Sa Jules, Cookie, and the Sounds of Brilliance Band (Maestro, Cocoa Dylan, Staxxxz) performing live on the Community Stage at Arts...
We are having a BALL (pun intended) with the Yarn Art Installations for the Family Area at this year's festival! Shout out to our amazing local artists who are putting this together. We love seeing these colorfully engaging public artworks come to life. *Photos Attached: Davina...
Statement Addressing Concerns and Misinformation about the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival.FIRST let us STATEOur festival performers on EACH STAGE are 95% local, so it is simply untrue that local artists are not performing on our stages. Our Arts Non Profits that set...
Hey arts lovers! Our volunteer sign-up for the 42nd Annual Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival is now OPEN! Are you looking for a way to give back to the arts community? Volunteer with us at Arts in the Heart. All volunteers get a free t-shirt...