Community canvas: The Art Haven hosts annual art show and sale at Mauldin Cultural Center
October 14, 2026
Original works from Upstate emerging artists, students, and resident instructors take center stage in the heart of Mauldin as The Art Haven School of Art hosts its Annual Art Show and Sale at the Mauldin Cultural Center.
A cornerstone event for the local visual arts community, the annual exhibition transforms the historic hallways and gallery spaces of the cultural center into an expansive, open-house showcase. Featuring hundreds of handcrafted pieces created throughout the year, the event offers neighbors and collectors an up-close look at the creative talent being fostered right in the Golden Strip.
Event at a Glance
Event: The Art Haven School of Art Annual Art Show & Sale
Host Organization: The Art Haven School of Art, in partnership with the City of Mauldin
Venue: Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E. Butler Rd., Mauldin, SC
Admission: Free and open to the public
Exhibition Highlights: Student and instructor showcases across painting (acrylics, oils, watercolors), drawing, mixed media, and functional ceramics. Many original works are priced and available for direct purchase from the artists.
Web & Updates: thearthaven.com | mauldinculturalcenter.org
Social Media: Follow on Facebook (@TheArtHavenSchoolofArt and @MauldinCulturalCenter) and Instagram (@mauldincultural)
Celebrating Student Growth and Creative Community
The Art Haven School of Art, a long-time resident program operating within the Mauldin Cultural Center, provides ongoing classes, workshops, and open studio instruction for children, teens, and adults. The annual show functions both as a formal gallery debut for enrolled students and a community celebration of arts education.
Visitors can explore a wide spectrum of creative disciplines, ranging from detailed charcoal and graphite studies to expressive acrylic canvases, watercolor landscapes, and sculptural pottery. For many young artists, the show serves as their first experience exhibiting work in a public gallery setting, complete with artist bios, formal matting, and gallery tags.
Shopping Local, Handcrafted Art
In addition to viewing the student and faculty exhibitions, attendees can shop original creations, art prints, and seasonal crafts just ahead of the holiday gifting season. All proceeds from purchased student work go directly back to supporting the artists and their ongoing studio studies.
Admission to the showcase and open house is free, making it an accessible weekend arts destination for families, collectors, and supporters of local downtown culture.
