The following performances and events are made possible by the generosity of the City of Rock Springs, Sweetwater BOCES, and the Wyoming Arts Council.
Downtown Rock Springs and the CFAC invite you to attend the 2024 Makers Market highlighting local artists and crafters. The event includes artists’ and makers’ booths, featuring jewelry, paintings, photography, quilts, handcrafted home décor, glass art, pottery and of course some delectable cookies and other baked goods.
Want to participate with your own creative offerings? Complete the registration form by February 26.
March is Rock Springs Arts Month with several events, performances, and activities in the Arts. Established in 2020, the Mayor's Arts Awards aim to acknowledge excellence in the arts and exceptional contributions to the arts scene in Rock Springs. Individuals, organizations, businesses, or community members, whether past or present residents of Rock Springs, are eligible to be nominated for the Mayor's Arts Awards. The nominated accomplishments should reflect significant and enduring contributions to the arts within Rock Springs.
The presentation will be March 28th at Western Wyoming Community College Atrium.
Nominations for the Mayor's Arts Awards are being accepted from now until March 1, 2024. Nomination information can be found here.
Organized by the Mayor, Downtown Rock Springs and the Community Fine Arts Center.
Each year we display a selection of the students' artwork from each school in Sweetwater School District #1. This is in celebration of Art and the accomplishments of the youth in our community!
February 6 - 17
• Walnut & Stagecoach Elementary Schools
February 20 - March 2
• Sage, Northpark Elementary Schools, & Desert School (Wamsutter)
March 5 - 16
• Desert View Elementary School & Farson/Eden School
March 19 - 30
• Eastside Elementary School
April 2 - 13
• Pilot Butte Elementary School
April 16 - 27
• Rock Springs Junior High School
• Reception – Wednesday, April 17, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
May 1 - 18
• Rock Springs & Black Butte High Schools
• Reception – Wednesday, May 1, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Paint in Scott's Bottom Nature Area in Green River!
Third annual Competition • Silent Auction • Reception
The public is invited to watch as participating artists paint along the scenic views and trails in the nature area known as Scott's Bottom.
A Public Reception and Silent Auction will take place at 4 pm in Green River, location to be determined. The Silent Auction will run from 4 to 5 p.m.
Co-sponsored by CFAC and Green River Arts Council.
Guidelines and registration information coming soon.
Pinedale artist Dan Abernathy will be exhibiting work in a number of mediums. More info to come! Meet the artist at the opening reception on June 1 from 2 -5 pm.
Local photographer Gary Mortensen will share his fine art photograhy work at the CFAC. Reception to be announced.
You may recognize oil painter Bernie Jensen's work from Cabela's catalogs where he captured wildlife and the West in his paintings for many years. Reception to be announced.
Each year, we celebrate the local artists with a themed exhibit, and this year it will be "Indian Paintbrush." Sweetwater County artists of all ages can participate in any medium. We do have a few standard guidelines but we want to see your creativity!
The CFAC strives to provide a variety of art-related activities including classes and workshops for the community.
A is for Art classes for 2nd - 4th grade students.
Please preregister as space is limited for these free classes.
Jan. 23 & 30; Feb. 6, 13,20, & 27; March 5, 12, & 26; and April 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30.
Open Knitting
Each Thursday, 4 – 6 pm; Frae Hay Room
Beginners and experienced knitters welcome. Learn new techniques with a dedicated community of fiber enthusiasts.
Open Painting Sessions
1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 1 to 3 pm; Ferrero Meeting Room
All are welcome to join acrylic students continuing to develop their skills in painting. Please call ahead to be sure there is room. Table easels are provided but you bring your painting supplies.
Art Chat
Wednesday, second Wednesday of each month at 6 pm; CFAC
Artists of all levels are invited for an informal conversation on art, being an artist, and sharing ideas and upcoming shows and competitions.
Please feel free to contact us for more information. We are also interested in finding new individuals who can teach in a number of different art techniques and styles.
Thank you for your interest in the Arts!