After Black Friday and before Cyber Monday, there’s Small Business Saturday. All artists in the Art Center are also small, independent business owners and they help shape the distinctive and creative personality of Old Town Alexandria.
Now more than ever, it’s important to support small business who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Give creatively and give art this year. Torpedo Factory Art Center is the region’s best place to find handmade jewelry, ornaments, ceramics, and other unique gifts. Shop small and buy local from nearly 200 artists on three floors.
Masks are required for all visitors over the age of 2, regardless of vaccination status.
Free Gift-Wrapping Station with Safe Space NOVA
Free Gift-Wrapping Station with Safe Space NOVA
After purchasing holiday gifts from artists studios and galleries, visitors are encouraged to have their items gift-wrapped for free by volunteers from Safe Space NOVA, an organization dedicated to providing a safe, accepting, and supportive environment to combat social stigmas, bullying, and other challenges faced by LGBT+ youth. 1 – 4pm.
Live Music from Vintage Jazz Duo
Live Music from Vintage Jazz DuoEnjoy holiday music selections from Vintage Jazz Duo in the Grand Hall from 1 – 4pm to complement your explorations through studios and galleries.
Dave Tucker (piano) and Becky Hunt (upright bass, harmonica, ukulele, banjo, vocals) perform a wide variety of early 20s/30s jazz music styles. Dave’s background in early jazz, from ragtime to swing, and Becky’s smooth bass and vocals, provide a unique atmosphere for your important event. The duo can be heard at private parties, charity events, small venues, craft beer breweries and wineries, restaurants, receptions, cocktail hours, and all formal/informal gatherings. Dave and Becky are seasoned musicians each with a lifelong background in music and entertainment.
