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OPEN STUDIO NIGHT

September 18, 2025

6 – 8 p.m.
The Contemporary Dayton

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: $10 at the door / FREE for Co Members

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family day

FREE FAMILY DAY

September 20, 2025

11a – 4 p
The Contemporary Dayton

Enjoy Artist Demos, Scavenger Hunts, Spotlight Tours and More!

Free & Open to All

October 2, 2025

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.

Quarterly Members’ Happy Hours will take place on: 

Thursday, October 2, 2025 5-7 pm

Thursday, January 8, 2026, 5-7 pm

Thursday, April 9, 2026, 5-7 pm

Thursday, July 2, 2026, 5-7 pm

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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.

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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.

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