BAC has been a nonprofit community base for art and art education since 1948.
June Exhibition
Dan Friday Raya Friday
June 5 - June 28, 2026
Dan and Raya Friday take over the gallery at Bainbridge Arts & Crafts. These Lummi Nation siblings bring stunning, Coast Salish-inspired glass art to their contemporary yet traditional narratives. From intricate woven glass baskets to bold, sculptural forms, witness how they have transformed ancestral storytelling into luminous, modern art.
Exhibition opening reception at First Friday, June 5, 6–8pm.
June 17 from 11AM - 12 PM — Join us for an artist talk with Dan Friday at the Bainbridge Arts & Crafts’ gallery. Hear directly from Dan about his studio practice, materials, and the stories that shape his work.
This event is FREE but spots are limited! RSVP via the link to reserve yours: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/artist-talk-dan-friday
We are proud to present the Dan Friday Raya Friday exhibition as part of Handwork 2026, a nationwide celebration recognizing the enduring significance of handmade work in shaping both our shared history and contemporary culture.
Learn more at https://www.handwork2026.org/
Upcoming & Recent Events
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Spring Annual Fundraiser: pARTy
Thursday, May 21, 6-8pm
Join us for our annual Spring Fundraiser—an evening celebrating art, community, and creativity.
Enjoy a lively atmosphere while helping support our mission to keep art accessible and thriving in our community.
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Annual School Shows
April 30 - May 31, 2026
Bainbridge Arts & Crafts presents our annual showcases of Bainbridge Island Middle Schools and High Schools Student Art.
Middle Schools Opening Reception, First Friday, May 1, at 4:30 pm.
High Schools Opening Reception Thursday May 28, at 4:30 pm.
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Sumi Art Exhibition
May 1 - May 31
Puget Sound Sumi Artists (PSSA) exhibit sumi art, both traditional and contemporary, at BAC.
Participating artists in the BAC exhibit: Sara Blauman, Judy Kalin, Alice Liou, Dorothy Avery Matthews, Heather Rosborough, and Mitsuko Toyama.
Opening Reception May 1 - 6-8 p.m. during the First Friday Arts Walk.
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Workshop: Introduction to Sumi Painting
Saturday, May 9, 2-4 p.m. in the BAC Gallery
For ages 12 and up.
Free!
Join us for a sumi art workshop at the BAC Gallery! Taught by artist Lois Yoshida, a member of the Puget Sound Sumi Artists. Leave the workshop with a finished painting on handmade paper!
Spots are limited. Reserve yours below!
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Artist Talk: Dan Friday
June 17, 11 AM - 12 PM
Join us for an artist talk with glass artist Dan Friday, hosted by Bainbridge Arts & Crafts.
Hear directly from Dan about his studio practice, materials, and the stories that shape his work.
Spots are Limited - Reserve yours today!
Who we are
Bainbridge Arts & Crafts is a nonprofit gallery and education center. We show the work of some of the region’s finest contemporary artists and craftspeople, and offer art education to our community through our school and outreach programs, Art After Sixty, workshops, and informal artist talks.
Since 1948, Bainbridge Arts & Crafts has been all about community. There are many ways to participate: Shop at the gallery, join us for artist talks and demonstrations, take an art class, donate, volunteer, and come to a First Friday opening of the latest exhibition every month.
Every day you’ll find paintings, prints, glass, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, and so much more—all created by professional Northwest artists.
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● 200+ Northwest artists
● Art in a variety of mediums and a wide range of price points
● New special exhibitions every month
● Free public receptions every first Friday at Bainbridge Island’s Art Walk
● National shipping available on many works of art
● Your purchase supports free art education and outreach programs for the community -
We're always seeking regional artists with unique perspectives whose work can inspire our community.
Visit our ‘Become a BAC Artist’ page under ‘Get Involved' to see how you can!
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If Bainbridge Arts and Crafts sounds like your kind of place to spend a few hours helping, email sharon@bacart.org or call 206.842.3132
