Churchill School

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In an exciting turn of events here in Baker City, Short Term Gallery is closing its doors at the end of August 2018. Fear not! Opening the doors right behind Short Term will be George Broderick and his lovely partner Terry Strehlou. Usually, Open Studio artists set up their space in Short Term, but this year many artists will be showing at Churchill School.

Many native Baker-ites have known Churchill School as vacant. Possibly they went there as children. The last 10-20 years this property has just sat still. Recently Brian Vegter and Corrine Vegter have purchased the property and are in the middle of renovating it into a multipurpose community center focused around arts and music. Many of this years Open Studio artists will be showing there! Come say hello, and check out the space!

You can follow them on their facebook or on their website, www.churchillbaker.com ; https://www.facebook.com/Churchill-School-Baker-City-227412308024332/
Location: Baker City, OR 97814, USA

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