Upcoming Events
There’s always something unique and interesting happening at the Hudgens Center. We feature workshops and events that run the gamut of the arts community. Our staff constantly searches to bring the best programming, classes and collections that are guaranteed to satisfy the needs of our visitors and supporters.
Hudgens Holiday Makers Market
November 14 | 10AM - 4PM
Mark your calendar for a full day of creativity and community at The Hudgens Center! Shop unique handmade gifts at the Hudgens Holiday Makers Market, enjoy hands-on activities during Family Day, and be among the first to experience our newest exhibition.
Then, from 11 AM–2 PM, warm up with our Chili Cook-Off & Bowl Fundraiser! Tickets start at $20 and include chili tasting and a handcrafted ceramic bowl. Collector’s Bowls will also be available for an additional cost.
Best of all, proceeds from the Chili Cook-Off support the Hudgens Education Program, helping provide valuable art education opportunities throughout our community.
Come for the art, stay for the chili, and make a day of it at The Hudgens!
RECURRING EVENTS
FAMILY DAY
The Hudgens Center hosts this event each quarter and invites the public to attend and share the enjoyment. Parents, grandparents and relatives join the children in this interactive, art-enriching engagement experience. Each Family Day has a theme, which can range from Halloween to Harry Potter to something that ties in to a current exhibition at the Hudgens Center.
TODDLER FRIDAY
Young children, ages 1-4, and their parents or caregivers will have a fun time at Toddler Friday, held on the last Friday of each month. The 45-minute sessions include story time, music, crafts, and offer a wonderful way to help the child begin to develop critical thinking skills. Free for family membership or $5 non members. Register HERE!
HEALING ARTS
These programs offer an artistic outlet and sense of community for the developmentally disabled, those living with physical/mobility challenges, cancer patients and caregivers. Sessions are led by professional artists and art therapists. We partner with Peachtree Christian Health, Spectrum Autism, The F.U.N. Club, and other nonprofit/health organizations to facilitate the Healing Arts programs.
PAINT AND SIP
This has proven to be one of the most popular offerings. Bring your own snacks and beverages and one of our talented instructors will guide you through the process of painting your own masterpiece in the inspirational setting of the Al Weeks Sculpture Garden! All supplies are provided and no experience is necessary to uncover your inner Van Gogh. Attendance is capped at 25, so these opportunities fill up fast!
FIELD TRIPS
The Hudgens Center welcomes schools, day care centers, senior centers and other groups to enjoy a self-guided tour of our current exhibits. Bring your lunch to enjoy a picnic in our Al Weeks Sculpture Garden amongst nature. Group walk-ins are not accepted and must be scheduled. Click here to contact us for more information and to reserve your spot.
EVENT VENUE RENTALS
Adding creative flair to weddings, birthday parties, and corporate events, our stunning facility offers three unique spaces for rent. All rentals include private gallery access, convenient parking and accessible entryways, as well as tables, chairs, linens and access to our fully-equipped catering kitchen. We also have a comfortable bridal dressing area for your convenience.
Please reach out to our event coordinator, Gas South District – Sales, to schedule a tour of our facility, and for more information on renting our space: sales@gassouthdistrict.com, 770-813-7500.