(SUMMIT, NJ) -- On Saturday, June 6, 2026, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey will celebrate its spring exhibitions with a Community Day event. The day, which will feature artist-led walks around Summit, a live podcast recording, and drop-in workshops, will run from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
"Our Community Day event is a way for the public to not only see the incredible work on view at the Art Center this spring, but to really engage with the art," said VACNJ Director of Education and Community Engagement Rachel Aponte. "I'm so excited for people to experience our spring exhibitions, to learn more about the art on view, and to make some art of their own!"
The day will feature:
Art Walks in Summit with Exhibiting Artist Chrystofer Davis | Step outside for guided photo-based walks through Summit, led by artist Chrystofer Davis. Participants are encouraged to observe, document, and reflect on their surroundings using smartphones or disposable cameras (available as needed). Walks will take place at 10:15am, 11:15am, and 1:15pm.
Live Podcast Recording with Jordan Horton & Dennis Redmoon Darkeem | Join us for a live podcast recording featuring a conversation between podcast host and Indigenous artist Dennis Redmoon Darkeem and Art Center Curator Jordan Horton. Together, they'll discuss art, identity, and creative practice. This recording will take place in the Main Gallery from 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
Portraiture Booth & Queer Icon Drop-In Workshop with Exhibiting Artist Gabriel Garcia Roman | Step into the portraiture booth and explore self-expression through photography using a variety of props—participants are invited to represent themselves in any way they choose. Then, join the drop-in workshop inspired by Gabriel Garcia Roman's Queer Icons series, where you can transform your portrait (or images provided by the artist) into your own personalized queer icon artwork. The portraiture booth will be available from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Queer Icon Workshops will take place from 11:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 2:00pm.
Pinhole Camera Station | Explore the magic of analog photography at our all-day pinhole camera station, led by artist James Provenzano. Learn how pinhole photography works and create your own images in this hands-on activity for all ages. This station will be available to the public from 10:00am to 2:00pm on the Art Center lawn.
For more information, and to register, click here.
For more than 90 years, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey has been exclusively dedicated to viewing, making, and learning about contemporary art. Recognized as a leading non-profit arts organization, the Art Center's renowned Studio School, acclaimed exhibitions, and educational outreach initiatives serve thousands of youths, families, seniors, and people with special needs annually.
The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey is located at 68 Elm Street in Summit, NJ. Gallery hours: Monday–Thursday, 10:00am–8:00pm; Friday & Saturday, 10:00am–5:00pm; and Sunday, 11:00am–4:00pm. Please call (908) 273-9121 to confirm holiday hours. Visit artcenternj.org for more information.
Major support for the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey is provided by the Wilf Family Foundations; New Jersey State Council on the Arts; and the Art Center community of supporters.
