COLLAGE NIGHTS
5 – 8 p.m.
Come get creative in a relaxed, welcome space–no experience necessary! We’ll provide materials, or feel free to bring your own. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking to unwind and try something new, this night is all about making, experimenting, and connecting with others through art.
Admission: FREE
Upcoming Collage Nights:
September 17
ARTIST’S FEEDBACK FORUM
Saturday, August 15, 11 a.m.
This Members-only Saturday gathering at The Contemporary Dayton offers artists a welcoming, daytime space to share works in progress and receive thoughtful, constructive feedback. Designed to encourage conversation rather than competition, the event brings together artists at various stages of their practice for guided discussion, close looking, and peer exchange. Rooted in TCD’s commitment to artistic growth and community building, the program provides members with time, space, and support to test ideas, refine their work, and connect with fellow artists and arts professionals in a relaxed, collaborative setting.
Other dates of Artist’s Feedback Forum:
September 26
REALMS OF THE REAL
Friday, August 28, 2026, 6 p.m.
A screening of the Art21 episode “Realms of the Real.” Hosted by The Contemporary Dayton & Art21 Screening Society.
The internationally acclaimed artists in “Realms of the Real,” Ragnar Kjartansson, Tomas Saraceno, Candice Lin, and Njideka Akunyili Crosby, conduct extensive historical research, examine the nuances of culture and identity, and explore the boundaries of art and science to create worlds of fantasy and fiction that expand our understanding of ourselves and our world. These four artists expand on the realities of shared history and experience to create fantastical and speculative worlds, offering new possibilities for culture, identity, and the future.
Attendance is limited. Free and open to all with registration.
This event is presented in collaboration with Art21. For more information, visit art21.org.
5 – 7 p.m.
The Contemporary Dayton
As a special perk of membership, The Contemporary Dayton invites you to our Quarterly Members’ Happy Hour—an exclusive opportunity to unwind with fellow art enthusiasts in a vibrant, creative setting. Enjoy complimentary snacks, beer, wine, and a seasonal mocktail while mingling with like-minded individuals who share your passion for contemporary art and culture. Each happy hour includes a casual, curator-led walkthrough of our current exhibitions, offering members deeper insight into the work on view and a chance to ask questions in an informal, welcoming atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to connect, relax, and recharge your creative spirit.
Members’ Happy Hours will take place Quarterly:
ART ESCAPES
Art Escapes are a series of one-of-a-kind evenings hosted by friends of The Contemporary Dayton in unique spaces across the city. Each Art Escape invites new audiences to connect with contemporary art in a relaxed, social setting—meeting artists, discovering their work, and enjoying memorable evenings with great food, drinks, and good company.
ARTS + WELLNESS
The Contemporary Dayton’s ARTS + WELLNESS program is designed to explore self-expression, engage in meaningful conversations, and cultivate resilience and empathy through a fusion of art and wellness activities, workshops, and resources.
GALLERY & CoSHOP HOURS:
WED – SAT / 11 AM – 6 PM
CLOSED SUN, MON & TUES
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25 W 4th Street
Dayton, OH 45402
THE CONTEMPORARY DAYTON
The Contemporary Dayton is a non-profit gallery and artist resource that provides art for the community and a community for artists since 1991.
