Art Out of the Closet Sale
Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 10AM-2PM
Art Out of the Closet supports the recycling and upcycling of art, art supplies and other arts-related items. Funds raised through the sale of donated items benefit the arts and cultural programming offered at the historic Court House Cultural Center. Donations are accepted year-round, spacing permitting. If you have something in your closet and want to give it away for a good cause, consider making a donation to Art Out of the Closet!
In advance, we are accepting donations on March 17 & 18 between 10AM and 2PM or by appointment.
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All donated items and artwork to be accepted should meet the following criteria:
- Clean and Presentable: Items should be free of dust, dirt, mold, and any other debris. Please wipe down surfaces and ensure they are in good condition before donating.
- No Significant Damage: Donations should not have major tears, cracks, missing pieces, or structural damage that would make them unsafe, unusable, or unsellable.
- Condition of Artworks, Books, & Paper Items: Original artwork, prints, and photographs should not have excessive fading, water damage, or large stains. Minor wear is acceptable, but pieces should be presentable.
- Musical Instruments: Instruments should be in playable or easily repairable condition. They should not be missing critical parts unless disclosed as a restoration project.
- Art Supplies: Partially used supplies are accepted if they are still functional (i.e. — no dried-out paints, broken pencils, or empty markers.)
- Home Décor & Sculptural Pieces: No major cracks, missing parts, or unstable bases.
Original Artworks & Prints:
- Original paintings and drawings
- Giclée prints and fine art reproductions
- Limited edition prints
- Photography prints
- Mixed media artworks
- Signed posters and prints
Art Supplies:
- New and gently used art supplies
- Paints (acrylic, watercolor, oil, etc.)
- Brushes and palettes
- Canvases and canvas boards
- Sketchbooks and drawing paper
- Colored pencils, markers, and pastels
- Charcoal and graphite pencils
- Clay and sculpting tools
- Printmaking supplies
- Easels
- Crafting materials (beads, fabric, yarn, etc.)
Frames & Display Items:
- Picture frames (any size)
- Mat boards and mounting supplies
- Shadow boxes
- Display stands or easels
Ephemera & Vintage Items:
- Old postcards and stamps
- Vintage magazines and newspapers
- Sheet music
- Collage materials (maps, letters, ticket stubs, etc.)
- Old photographs and negatives
Books & Reference Materials:
- Art history books
- How-to art guides
- Photography books
- Design and typography books
- Art magazines
Musical Instruments & Accessories:
- Guitars, ukuleles, keyboards
- Percussion instruments (bongos, tambourines, etc.)
- Sheet music and songbooks
- Music stands
Artsy Home Décor & Unique Items:
- Handmade pottery and ceramics
- Sculpture pieces
- Decorative vases or glass art
- Tapestries and textiles
