“Expanding creativity, connecting community.”
Mad River Valley Arts is a creative ecosystem for bold exchange. Our mission is dedicated to presenting contemporary visual art and interdisciplinary design through exhibition experiences, educational programs, and community engagement for artists, residents, and visitors to Vermont.
Inspired by the sweeping landscape of the Mad River Valley, we are a leading rural hub for contemporary art and interdisciplinary design, where accessible, collaborative creativity connects people across boundaries.
Exploring the links between environment, technology, and imagination, we amplify voices, foster belonging, and build a sustainable, connected future.
TOGETHER THROUGH ART
Rooted in Place. Open to Possibility.
Creative Futures, Grounded in Place
Make Art. Share Stories. Shape Tomorrow.
We champion the creative potential of contemporary art and design in Vermont, grounded in the belief that creativity lives in everyone—uniting us through a shared instinct for beauty and a desire to connect with the world around us.
At the heart of the Mad River Valley, we are a welcoming, accessible space for people of all ages and backgrounds to engage with interdisciplinary art and design. As a nonprofit, we honor the trust of our community—nurturing lasting relationships while building new partnerships to ensure a vibrant and sustainable future.
Left: Artist Extraordinaire, 2025 - Elyiss Heyward
