The Creamery Arts Center
Building Community Through Arts, Education and Agricultural Outreach \\ Building Community Through Arts, Education and Agricultural Outreach \\
Welcome
Located in the heart of the North Fork Valley, The Creamery Arts Center is a vibrant hub for creativity, community, and connection. We showcase the work of local and regional artists through rotating gallery exhibitions, a curated gift shop, classes, and community events.
Whether you’re an artist, art lover, or simply curious, there’s something for everyone at The Creamery. Come explore, get inspired, and be a part of the creative spirit that makes this valley so special.
Upcoming Events
Home Show Opening
Fri, Jul 11, 2025-Sat, Jul 12, 2025
Hotchkiss Art Walk Kick-off
Join us for the opening of Home: Seen, Felt, Built, our summer exhibition exploring the many dimensions of what “home” means—its spaces, memories, and the ways we carry it with us. Featuring local artists across various mediums, this show invites you to reflect on how home is seen, felt, and built in our lives and communities.
This opening coincides with the kickoff of the Hotchkiss Art Walk, hosted in partnership with our friends at the North Fork Valley Creative Coalition. Expect extra energy in downtown Hotchkiss with open studios, live demos, and local business specials as we launch this new Second Friday tradition.
Come for the art, stay for the community, and help us celebrate creativity in the North Fork Valley. Free and open to all.
Kid's Pasta Project Dinner
Tue, Jul 15, 2025 | 12midnight-2am
We’re proud to host Kids’ Pasta Project (KPP) dinners at The Creamery—joyful, community-centered events where young people take the lead in serving delicious, locally sourced meals to raise money for local causes.
Founded in 2009, the Kids’ Pasta Project empowers youth through hands-on philanthropy and service. Kids plan, prep, and serve pasta dinners, all while learning about community involvement, sustainable fundraising, and the power of working together.
At The Creamery, these dinners bring people of all ages together to enjoy good food and support meaningful work in the North Fork Valley. Proceeds from each event benefit a different local organization, creating a ripple of generosity that reaches schools, nonprofits, families, and more.
Come hungry, leave inspired—KPP dinners are a beautiful blend of service, sustainability, and community spirit.
Our Artists
The Creamery is proud to represent a diverse and talented group of local and regional artists working across a wide range of mediums—from painting and pottery to fiber arts, photography, sculpture, and more.
Our artists are the heart of The Creamery, bringing fresh perspectives, creativity, and passion to everything they do. Their work fills our galleries and gift shop with beauty, depth, and a true sense of place.
Whether emerging or established, each artist contributes to the rich tapestry of our creative community. Come discover their stories and support the art being made right here in the North Fork Valley.
Membership
The Creamery Arts Center is proudly community-supported, and our work is made possible thanks to the generosity and involvement of our members. Artist memberships not only help sustain our operations—they also build a strong, connected creative community.
Becoming a member means investing in the future of local art. Whether you're an artist or simply an art lover, your support helps keep The Creamery thriving!
Art Education
The Creamery Arts Center offers art classes for both adults and children, providing opportunities to explore creativity, learn new techniques, and connect with others in a supportive environment.
Our educational programming is designed to spark creativity, teach new skills, and build community through the arts. Whether you're just starting out or looking to deepen your practice, there’s something here for everyone.
We offer instruction in a wide variety of mediums, including painting, ceramics, fiber arts, printmaking, and mixed media, taught by local artists and experienced instructors. Our classes are held in our dedicated Education Room and fully equipped Clay Studio, providing an inspiring, hands-on learning environment.
From after-school art sessions and youth summer camps to adult workshops and open studio time, our programming is accessible, inclusive, and community-centered.