Everyone is an artist! Stop by the Welcome Center & Curiosity Shop to see this year’s swirling, colorful Dot Day mural and explore art supplies for your next project.
Classes & Events
A Weekend of Greenery, Creativity, and Community at 577
Fall Houseplant Sale begins Friday, September 12! Discover vibrant succulents, colorful begonias, and one-of-a-kind treasures in the Welcome Center & Curiosity Shop, while supplies last. On Saturday, September 13, enjoy the Music in the Gardens finale with live music and a free community art project.
Green Door Studio at 577
Discover the Green Door Studio! 577’s newest creative space for hands-on art and gardening. Once a historic wagon shed, this reimagined studio is now open for classes, connection, and community.
Storytime at 577
Thank you for a wonderful summer of stories with Miss Jane. This fall, Storytime continues monthly—free and open to all. Join us for songs, stories, and little adventures, with location updates posted on social media the morning of each program.
Music in the Gardens ~ This Saturday at 577
Celebrate the joy of summer with live music, sweet treats, and community connection at Music in the Gardens this Saturday, July 12. Free and open to all, this event brings fan-favorite performers and garden magic to 577—rain or shine.
Music in the Gardens 2025
Music in the Gardens is back for another wonderful season at 577. Join us on the second Saturday of each month, June through September, for a full day of live music, exploration, and fun. Enjoy performances throughout the gardens from 11am to 4pm, with music...
Expanding Fiber Arts at 577
Thanks to the support of the Ohio Arts Council, our fiber arts programming continues to grow, bringing new skills, traditions, and joyful creativity to our community.
Special Event: Mixtape at 577
What if singing wasn’t about performance or perfection—but about connection, joy, and play? Executive Director Heather Gallant shares the story behind Mixtape, a new community singing event at 577. Let’s raise our voices, together.
Discovering with new eyes
For children, learning something new is an everyday experience. But as adults, we often resist the discomfort of being beginners. What happens when we embrace curiosity instead?
Basketry, Fellowship, and Folk Traditions
Samantha’s recent basketry course at the John C. Campbell Folk School has inspired her to bring new, hands-on weaving workshops to 577, using locally grown plant materials to create unique, functional baskets. Read about her experience!