The Bowen Center for the Arts

Every year the Bowen has new and exciting exhibits such as Museum Quality Displays, Juried Art Shows, Luncheons and Lectures, Classes for Adults and Children, Concerts, Fundraising Events, Seasonal Shows and an Art Gift Shop. Review our Events Calendar for all our new events!

Visiting Hours for the Bowen are Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4pm and Saturday 12 to 4pm.

About The Bowen Center for the Arts

Housed in a beautifully preserved historic building, The Bowen Center for the Arts is a vibrant nonprofit arts organization serving Dawson County, North Georgia, and the Southeast.

Through exhibitions, classes, workshops, performances, and community programs, the Bowen creates opportunities for people of all ages to experience and participate in the arts.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Bowen is supported by members, donors, sponsors, local businesses, civic organizations, and fundraising efforts that help keep the arts thriving in our community.

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Membership

Join us as a Bowen Member and receive a 10% discount in our Gift Gallery and specific events.

Latest News

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Upcoming Events

Aug 2026

2027 BOWEN MEMBERSHIP SIGN UP - Invest in your ART community!08/26/2026 - 12/31/2026 at 12:00 am

Sep 2026

FALL DECOR • Clay Hand-Building Workshop for Adults09/22/2026 - 10/10/2026 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am
FALL DECOR • Clay Hand-Building Workshop for All Ages!09/24/2026 - 10/08/2026 at 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
FALL DECOR • Clay Hand-Building Workshop for All Ages!09/26/2026 - 10/10/2026 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Oct 2026

Leather Making with Tom Slavicek October 310/03/2026 at 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
FALL CELEBRATIONS After School Program for Grades 2-5 - Around the World10/07/2026 - 11/11/2026 at 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Kinusaiga Textile Art Workshop with Hollie10/10/2026 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
FREE Classical Concert with Georgia Musicale Group10/16/2026 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Watercolor Workshop with Lisa - Autumn Leaves, Botanicals & Pumpkins10/21/2026 at 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Nov 2026

The Creative Hands of Women Juried Exhibit11/06/2026 - 12/11/2026 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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