We apologize for the inconvenience; however, Bower Center for the Arts will be resurfacing the parking lot beginning on Monday, May 6 through Thursday, May 9. The actual resurfacing will take place on Monday and Tuesday and vehicles will need to remain off the surface through Thursday.

Directional signage will be placed to encourage customers and guests to park in the public lot on the corner of N. Bridge Street and Jackson Street across from Bower Center. 

Thank you for your patience as we strive to improve everyone's experience here at Bower Center for The Arts, even down to the space you park in! 

Two June Concerts Not To Be Missed!

Sam Wheelock In Concert | June 1st at 7pm

"The one man show "A Story and a Song '' is partially a love letter about life as a child in the Appalachian Mountains. Part eclectic roots music and part memoir. Mostly, it's a heartfelt journey into the souls of a people... my people, our heritage and who we honestly are." 

Mountain Sam Wheelock is an authentic part of the heritage of the music and subculture of the southern Appalachians. His knowledge of the region's music runs deep. Sam's understanding of his people makes him a treasure. The sound of his Tennessee voice resonates sorrow and joy in every note, in every story and connects all of us.

Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door

Paddy Dougherty Presents The Winds of Change | June 21st at 7pm

Paddy Dougherty’s musical career has taken her on quite a ride. First as a backup singer for national bluesman David Bromberg, performing in venues along the east coast; Wolf Trap (DC), the Bottom Line (NYC), Lime Kiln (VA), the Iron Horse (MA), the Birchmere (VA), the United Nations Building (NYC), the Philadelphia Folk Festival (PA), Mountain Stage Radio (WVA), and at numerous clubs and festivals along the east coast. 

Now back in Lynchburg, close to family, Dougherty enjoys empowering children’s voices and sharing her love of music with the students of James River Day School, directing the choir at Holy Cross Catholic Church, as well as guiding select private students in piano, guitar, voice, bass and songwriting. 
Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door

12th Annual National Juried Exhibition begins Tuesday, May 7th

On display until June 15th
Awards Reception on Friday, June 14th at Bower Center   

Mural Of Appreciation
Bedford Get Together is proud to sponsor a mural on the north-facing wall of the Radford and Wandrei, PC building overlooking Centertown Park.
The subject of the mural has evolved from an initial inspiration based on a Normandy Beach image to an effort to recognize the contributions of those largely overlooked by history - African-Americans, women, those who serve our country in other ways.
We want to recognize the intricate connections among the people of Bedford through War, service and devotion to community and country over time. This mural is an intimate expression of appreciation, embedded in this place, this community.
The mural will define the park space, recognizing shared service and sacrifice and reflecting the best of Bedford.

A Call for Artists has officially been opened for submissions as of April 15th!

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Catch a new episode of Behind The Bower every Tuesday!

Mosaic Gazing Ball Class with Dotti Stone
Thursdays beginning July 18th

Mosaics: Beyond The Basics with Dotti Stone
Thursdays beginning September 12th