Update: As of March 10, 2021, this exhibit has been canceled. The next exhibit in the Newport News Community Gallery will be Blooming in the Whirlwind. Thank you for your understanding.

About the Exhibit

Founded March 12, 1912, the Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast celebrate their founding during Youth Art Month with the exhibition “Happy Birthday Girl Scouts” in partnership with the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center. Girls from grades K-12 will complete the Arts Badge by grade level and category within their troops. The resulting masterpieces will be displayed in our Newport News Community Gallery. Categories include Outdoor Art Maker and Master, Painting, Drawing, and Comic Artist! Click here to view the exhibit page.

Related Programming:

Opening Reception: Join us in the Newport News Community Gallery for the opening reception on March 13, 2021 from 12:30 - 1:30 pm. This event is free and open to the public but gallery capacity is limited. RSVP is requested. Face masks or shields are required. Click here to RSVP.

Registration Policy:

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Ticketing Policy:

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COVID-19 Building Practices:

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