Happy Holidays from Burkhead Art Center


Holiday Gift Making Workshops


ARTFUL GIVING: Creative Gifts Made By You.

Create with care, give with heart.

Experience the beauty of handmade gifts during a number of workshops. These artist-led workshops offer a chance to craft unique, personalized presents for the special people in your life. From pottery to jewelry and everything in between. Whether you’re new to crafting or an experienced maker, these sessions bring your artistic Vision to life. You will transform simple materials into heartfelt treasure’. Celebrate the art of thoughtful giving and make gifts that are as meaningful to create as they are to give. (more added weekly-check back)


Artful Giving Gift Shop


The Burkhead Art Center is thrilled to present our annual Artful Giving: A Fine Art Holiday Boutique! This unique shopping experience showcases one-of-a-kind, handmade gifts by talented local artists and craftsmen, making it easy to give artfully this holiday season.

Artful Giving is one of our main fundraisers, supporting both the Burkhead Art Center and art education for local artists and students. With setup and sales handled by our team, artists can focus on creating—and volunteers are welcome to join in the fun!

Join us for a festive Opening Reception on Friday, November 15, from 3-7 pm, with a hot cocoa bar, creative activities, and a chance to meet the artists! The boutique will then be open every weekend, with additional hours during workshops and classes.

Boutique Hours:

  • Fridays: 3 pm - 7 pm

  • Saturdays & Sundays: 11 am - 5 pm

We hope to see you at Artful Giving to support local artistry and make this holiday season truly special!

Workshops Starting Soon Grab a spot while you can!

NEXT FULL CLASS SESSION STARTS in JAN 5th, 2025

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN: NOV. 15th


What’s Happening at the Center


Ceramic Open Studio Hours

Monday 9:00 am to 5:00pm

Tuesday 1:00 pm to 5:00pm

Wednesday 1:00pm to 9:00pm

Thursday 9:00am to 5:00pm

Friday 9:00am to 9:00pm (Limited Wheels 6-9pm)

Saturday 9:00am to 9:00pm

Sunday 9:00am to 12:00pm

3:00pm to 9:00pm


Our Classes : Next Full Session Starts Jan 5th


Registration opens: NOVEMBER 15th, 2024 at 3 PM


Our Mission


At Burkhead Art Center, we believe in the transformative power of art to inspire, connect, and enrich lives. Our art center stands as a vibrant hub where aspiring artists cultivate their talents, explore diverse mediums, and ignite their imaginations. Beyond education, we serve as a dynamic gallery, showcasing the works of emerging and established artists, fostering dialogue, and celebrating creativity in all its forms. With a vision for the future, our commitment extends to the creation of a sculpture garden, where art intertwines with nature to evoke wonder and contemplation. Together, we are building a community united by passion, vision, and the belief that art has the power to shape a brighter, more connected world.Burkhead Art Center is a place to come and be inspired.


Where Creativity Becomes Reality


Burkhead Art Center and Gallery is the visionary creation of Melinda Burkhead, founded in 2020. Located in the picturesque foothills of the Cascades in Snohomish, WA, we offer a collaborative and creative art space. Our center boasts 5,000 square feet of working space on a stunning five-acre property.

Dedicated to advancing the visual arts, Burkhead Art Center supports emerging artists in achieving and advancing their dreams. We offer classes in Ceramics, Fine Art, Jewelry, and Welding. Additionally, we provide an art residency program and a fine art gallery for local and emerging Pacific Northwest artists.

Our mission is to inspire creatives, connect teachers with students in a vibrant school of art, and provide a venue for exhibitions and special events.

Burkhead Art Center is a place to come be inspired.


Burkhead Fine Art Gallery


Burkhead Fine Art Gallery is seeking submissions from Pacific Northwest Artists for upcoming shows. We welcome work in all mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, and mixed media. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your work in a local gallery.

Call for Art


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