The FAC Art Center is a newly renovated, converted church building at 5 East Second Street in Downtown Frederick. Our historic building not only houses resident organizations, public art projects, exhibitions, and offices, but also serves as an affordable venue for our member artists and organizations to hold events,exhibitions, and performances. The FAC Arts Center is a cultural hub and anchor point for the arts in Frederick County.
The FAC Art Center functions as a place for the community to engage in public art both inside and outside the building and complements the FAC Public Art Initiative.
*New Hours*
Friday & Saturday 11a-5p
Email info@frederickartscouncil.org to make an appointment during the week.
The first floor includes the FAC Shop, information about FAC members, and resident organizations such as Endangered Species (theatre) Project. The first floor also features rotating exhibitions in partnership with local artists and arts organizations. Currently on display is “Ephemeral//Enduring” which explores the concept of time.
Past Installations
Comfort March – June 2023
The Salon: Winter Showcase and Artist Market November 2022- February 2023
Infinite Growth May- September 2022
Flat File Holiday Showcase Nov 2021-Feb 2022
Barn Exhibit Art Center Works June-Sept 2021
FAC’s second floor gallery houses rotating exhibitions, public art initiatives, concerts, and events.
Currently Ephemeral//Enduring is on view. Check it out now through July 2024
Past Installations
Apply to show in the 2nd floor exhibition space or other FAC gallery spaces here.
The third floor houses the FAC Creative Lab, a studio and workspace free and open to the public. FAC invites artists and creatives to utilize the drawing tables, easels, armchairs, and to enjoy the library of artist books, artist editions, and monographs. The Creative Lab is free and open to the public during FAC Art Center hours of operation.
Art Center Private Rental Form https://forms.gle/dFNpEdb5ChSD3QCP9
Art Center Community Event Request Form: Art Center Community Event Request Form