The BEAR

Bath Educational Arts Resource

Bath County Arts Association
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Welcome to the BEAR!

Hot Springs has a new home for art!

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Hot Springs has a new home for art! 〰️

Bath Educational Arts Resource is…

a vibrant new home for art, learning, and connection in the heart of Bath County. From painting to storytelling, crafts to concerts, The BEAR invites all ages to create, explore, and connect with the community through the arts.

Open Friday – Sunday
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

2833 Main Street Hot Springs, VA

The BEAR events

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Chargers Spirits Crafts 10/10
Oct 10
Chargers Spirits Crafts 10/10

Join us at The BEAR before the next three home games from 4-6pm to craft the Bath County way! Free while supplies last. Decorate your own cowbell, pendant flag, or plastic megaphone to show your Charger Spirit!

Don't forget to head across the street for the Tailgate at Claire's.

Family Story and Craft Time | Bella’s Fall Coat
Oct 11
Family Story and Craft Time | Bella’s Fall Coat

Join us this Saturday, October 11 at 11:30 AM for our Family Story & Craft Time! We’ll read Bella’s Fall Coat and create colorful fall leaf collages for our craft.

Free while supplies last.

Workshop | Sip n’ Paint - "Introduction to Watercolor" with Abigail Dufour
Oct 11
Workshop | Sip n’ Paint - "Introduction to Watercolor" with Abigail Dufour

Local artist Abigail Dufour will instruct in foundational watercolor techniques in a relaxing and fun environment. No prior experience necessary. 

$45 per person (includes all materials, light snacks, and 1st glass of wine)

Speaker Series | “An Evening with Britain’s Royal Artist in Residence” with Jeremy Houghton
Oct 18
Speaker Series | “An Evening with Britain’s Royal Artist in Residence” with Jeremy Houghton

Discover the untold stories behind Windsor Castle, Wimbledon, the London Olympics, and more as acclaimed painter Jeremy Houghton shares his journey of capturing extraordinary places and rare subjects through art.

$10 per person (includes light refreshments)

Chargers Spirits Crafts 10/24
Oct 24
Chargers Spirits Crafts 10/24

Join us at The BEAR before the next three home games from 4-6pm to craft the Bath County way! Free while supplies last. Decorate your own cowbell, pendant flag, or plastic megaphone to show your Charger Spirit!

Don't forget to head across the street for the Tailgate at Claire's.

Speaker Series | “Bach, Banjos and the Hero’s Journey” with John Bullard
Nov 8
Speaker Series | “Bach, Banjos and the Hero’s Journey” with John Bullard

Discover the unlikely harmony of Bach and banjo. Join John Bullard for an inspiring solo program that blends classical music, Bluegrass, and storytelling through the lens of the hero’s journey.

$10 per person (includes light refreshments)

Workshop | Beginning Fused Glass Nightlight Class with Janis Peery
Nov 15
Workshop | Beginning Fused Glass Nightlight Class with Janis Peery

Join us every Saturday at 11:30 AM for free story time and crafts. Each week features a news story and hands-on activity for families to enjoy together.

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View fullsize Join us this Saturday, October 11 at 11:30 AM for our Family Story & Craft Time! We’ll read Bella’s Fall Coat and create colorful fall leaf collages for our craft. Free while supplies last. #bathcountyartsassociation #theBEAR #BCA
View fullsize Looking for something to do? The Gospel Jubilee and Millboro First Responder bash are this Saturday, October 11. Eden Church Gospel Festival is next weekend October 18. Check out the Bath County Arts Association grant opportunities on the website &m
View fullsize Sip, paint, and let your creativity flow. Join local artist Abigail Dufour for our “Sip n’ Paint – Introduction to Watercolor” workshop at The BEAR. Enjoy a glass of wine while learning foundational watercolor techniques in a
View fullsize Our first Family Story & Craft Time at The BEAR was such a wonderful start! 🕷️📚 Families gathered to enjoy Scaredy-Cat, Splat and create fun spider crafts. We loved seeing all the creativity and smiles! Join us every Saturday at 11:30 AM for
View fullsize This Week at The BEAR | October 6–12 We’ve got two great events lined up for the community: • Sip n’ Paint - “Introduction to Watercolor” – Explore watercolor techniques and unwind in this creative workshop l
View fullsize 11:30am Saturday Mornings - Come and join us for family story and craft time at The BEAR! This week, we'll be decorating spooky spiders and reading "Scaredy-cat, Splat!" by Rob Scotton. Completely free and open to the public in Downtown H
View fullsize Join us this Saturday, October 4 at 11:30 AM at The BEAR for our very first Family Story & Craft Time! We’ll read Scaredy-Cat, Splat and then create our own fun spider crafts. Free while supplies last. #bathcountyartsassociation #theBEAR #
View fullsize Discover the untold stories behind Windsor Castle, Wimbledon, the London Olympics, and more as acclaimed painter Jeremy Houghton shares his journey of capturing extraordinary places and rare subjects through art. Saturday, October 18 | 6 p.m. 📍 Th

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