BAC has been a nonprofit community base for art and art education since 1948.

Bainbridge Arts & Crafts is grateful to be a recipient of the Bainbridge Community Foundation's 2026 Community Grants Cycle.

Thank you to our island community. Your support makes it possible for us to continue providing low-cost and free arts education, exhibitions, and outreach opportunities that bring creativity and connection to our community.

September Exhibition

Comfort: Fiber Artists and Home Furnishings

September 4 – 27

As the seasons change and we begin to settle into the coziness of home, join us for the September exhibition, 'Comfort'. Inspired by the Scandinavian concept of hygge—the art of embracing warmth, peace and connection, 'Comfort' offers an inviting collection of original artwork and handcrafted home furnishings designed to transform everyday spaces into cozy retreats. This exhibition celebrates the beauty of slowing down, gathering together, and creating a space that nourishes.

Featuring work by Lasse Antonsen, Caroline Cooley Browne, Heather Griffin, James Island, Tom Johnson, Birgit Josenhans, Dale Larson, Elin Noble, Mario Oblak, Andi O’Rourke, Nancy Pascoe, Bill Roeder, Patty Rogers, Lorin Seeks, Helga Winter, and Judy Zugish.

Opening reception: September 4, 6-8 PM

Browse work featured in Comfort

Wall Hanging (14" x 52") by Tom Johnson

$425.00
Available
Wall Hanging / Rug (36" x 38") by Tom Johnson

$625.00
Available
Bronze Cast Bowl by Mario Oblak

Available
Bronze Cast Bowl by Mario Oblak

Available
Komebukuro/Haiku pocket by Nancy Pascoe

Komebukuro Japanese Rice Bag $150.00
Haiku Pocket $44.00 each
Available
Basho Bag/Haiku pocket by Nancy Pascoe

Basho Bag $85.00 each
Haiku pocket $44.00 each
Available
A Seed Can Travel Anywhere, Just by Holding Still by Helga Winter

$800.00
Available
Imagine Otherwise by Helga Winter

$150.00
Available
Mending Our Thinking by Helga Winter

$475.00
Available
The Keeper of Happy Endings by Helga Winter

$375.00
Available

September Alcove Exhibition

Bainbridge Island Modern Quilt Guild Member Exhibit

September 4 – 20

In conjunction with the Bainbridge Creative District’s September 12 Creative Thread Festival, BAC is hosting an exhibit of small quilts by members of the Bainbridge Island Modern Quilt Guild, whose annual Quilt Festival will be taking place on Winslow Green on September 12 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Bainbridge Island Modern Quilt Guild provides opportunities for anyone interested in the art and craft of quilt making and related arts by sharing skills, knowledge, and fostering a welcoming and inviting atmosphere. BIMQG guild members gather for monthly meetings and sew-ins where they share their work and learn from each other.

Participating Bainbridge Island Modern Quilt Guild artists: Kathy Dwyer, Allison Garrison, Tom Johnson, Jo King, Diana Lasater, Liz Litzler, Karne Nims, and Kathy Ruwe.

More information about the Quilt Guild can be found at https://www.bainbridgeislandmodernquiltguild.com/about-bimqg

Details about the Creative Thread Festival, taking place on September 12 from 10 .m. – 4 p.m. in the Eagle Harbor Congregational Church parking lot, can be found at https://bainbridgecurrents.com/creative-thread-festival/.

Upcoming & Recent Events

Comfort: Opening Reception

September 4, 6-8 PM
Join us for an evening of art and connection during First Friday Art Walk!
Featured work: Wall Hanging / Rug by Tom Johnson
BI Modern Quilt Guild Member: Opening Reception

September 4, 6-8 PM
Join us for an evening of art and connection during First Friday Art Walk!
Featured work: Joyful Twist & Turn by Diana Lasater
Artist Talk: Helga Winter

September 12, 11am
Join us for a talk with featured ‘Comfort’ artist Helga Winter!
Featured Work: A Seed Can Travel Anywhere, Just by Holding Still by Helga Winter
More details to come!
Creative Thread Festival

From Bainbridge Currents:
Join Arts & Humanities Bainbridge for this year’s Free Creative Thread Fest on September 12th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and community. The festival brings together fiber artists, makers, and enthusiasts for a day filled with inspiration, learning, and artistic discovery.
Taking place in the Eagle Harbor Congregational Church parking lot

Learn More!

Who we are

Bainbridge Arts & Crafts is a nonprofit gallery and education center. We show the work of some of the region’s finest contemporary artists and craftspeople, and offer art education to our community through our school and outreach programs, Art After Sixty, workshops, and informal artist talks.

Since 1948, Bainbridge Arts & Crafts has been all about community. There are many ways to participate: Shop at the gallery, join us for artist talks and demonstrations, take an art class, donate, volunteer, and come to a First Friday opening of the latest exhibition every month.

Every day you’ll find paintings, prints, glass, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, and so much more—all created by professional Northwest artists.

●    200+ Northwest artists
●    Art in a variety of mediums and a wide range of price points
●    New special exhibitions every month
●    Free public receptions every first Friday at Bainbridge Island’s Art Walk
●    National shipping available on many works of art
●    Your purchase supports free art education and outreach programs for the community
We're always seeking regional artists with unique perspectives whose work can inspire our community.
Visit our ‘Become a BAC Artist’ page under ‘Get Involved' to see how you can!
If Bainbridge Arts and Crafts sounds like your kind of place to spend a few hours helping, email sharon@bacart.org or call 206.842.3132