ART. MUSIC. FOOD. COMMUNITY.
THE FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH STARTING AT 5pm!
First Fridays is a monthly cultural event in Lynchburg, VA highlighting local artists, performers, exhibits, and more! Stop by one of the many art galleries offering new exhibits and special performances, then make a night of it in downtown or elsewhere in the city!
First Fridays’ primary purpose is to highlight the organizations and spaces that are bringing local, regional, and even national art to the Lynchburg community.
November 7, 2025 PARTICIPANTS
PARTICIPANT DETAILS
Lynchburg Museum & Visitor Center
901 COURT STREET
join us on for First Fridays (Nov. 7) for the opening reception of Lynchburg & The Vietnam War.
The Vietnam War touched lives at home and abroad. In Lynchburg, families waited anxiously, students debated, and communities faced loss. Twenty-seven young men from our city never returned, and their stories are at the heart of this exhibit. Through letters, photographs, and personal artifacts, step into the past to see the war through local eyes, and honor the courage and resilience of our community.
Riverviews Artspace
52 9TH STREET
Join us for First Fridays (Nov. 7) for the opening reception of the 17th Annual Juried Art Show.
Beyond All Boundaries, juried by Riverviews’ current artist- and curator- in-residence Alpha Massaquoi Jr., is a celebration of the boundary-pushing, the unconventional, and the undefinable. Massaquoi selected exceptional artwork by 25+ artists from across the country. The resulting exhibition features work in oils, watercolor, photography, collage, and a variety of mixed media art, including sculpture, 3D wall hangings, and innovative approaches to fabric and fiber.
Juror’s awards will be announced at 6:30pm
Participating Artists
Sarah P. Bolduc, Jeff Brown, Karen Covey, Kathy Cudlin, Michelle Fisher, Elaine Fleck, Kaia Frana, Chet Geiselman, Tim Grant, Sarah Gross, Kristine Hinrichs, Jill Jensen, Sidra Kaluszka, Robert Locklear, Karleen Loughran, Greg McDonald, Julie Mixon, Ellen Moore Osborne, James Pannabecker, Simone Paterson, Vicky Perry, Ann Piper, Susan Saandholland, Randall Steinke, Tom Stoffregen, Carol C.Thompson, Justin White, Rick Yasko
*Free & open to all ages.
*Artist demonstrations in our Create Studio.
*Concessions, snacks, and drinks available.
*In the Riverviews Artist Collective Gallery: Claire Stankus: Drawings
Scrappy Elephant
829 MAIN STREET
The Scrappy Elephant invites you to a First Fridays (Nov. 7) reception, featuring 5 local artists' work in a variety of mediums.
There will also be a free collage making station, along with refreshments.
The artists are Natania Mayo, Ella Morrison, Christa Alexis Renzi, Rebekah Pryor, and April Gray.
Click here to learn more! 4-7pm
Crocheted reindeer to the right was created by April Gray.
Steven Francis Fine Art
1200 MAIN STREET
Please join us on First Fridays (Nov. 7) for reception to celebrate Good Works, a solo exhibition by Lucia Coates.
The exhibition will be on view through November 29, 2025. We look forward to celebrating this exceptional new collection with you.
Vector Space
2004 MEMORIAL AVENUE
Join us on First Fridays (Nov. 7). Your local makerspace has an open to the public build coming up! Everyone's a maker for the night as they get hands on and build their own Shoot the Moon game, perfect to play with friends & family over the upcoming holiday season!
Lynchburg Salsa
409 5TH STREET
Join us for an unforgettable night of rhythm, movement, and fun as part of First Fridays (Nov. 7)!
Please park in the Court Street Public Parking Lot and enter through the front entrance of Riverview Vinyl — signs will be posted to guide you!
💲 Cover: $5
🕕 Doors Open: 6:45 PM
🧑🏫 Lesson: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎉 Social Dancing: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
💳 Payment Accepted: cash and card
🚫 Outside Food is NOT allowed.
💧 A water fountain is available — please bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated. We will also have water available for sale.
Click here to learn more! 6:45-9:30pm
Academy Center
of the Arts
600 MAIN STREET
Join us for a First Fridays (Nov. 7) Exhibition!
In The Art Galleries
*The Ann White Academy Gallery: November 7-28
Sight/Site by Elaine S. Wilson: Oil Paintings
*The Up Front Gallery: November 7-28
New Works in Clay by Ted Batt: Ceramics
*Arts & Education Building: November 7-28
Amherst High School Art Show
Gallery Hours: M-F, 9:30 am - 5 pm and Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 pm.
Click here to learn more! 5-8pm
Image to the right is Fields at RFK Stadium, Afternoon by Elaine Wilson.