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Central Otago Art Society Incorporated

Organisation / Group: Central Otago Art Society Incorporated, Alexandra

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The Central Otago Art Society was established in the 70's in Alexandra with a small group of members holding annual exhibitions. The very first exhibition was held at the old Courthouse, now the Courthouse Cafe.

Today, mandated to fostering the arts within our community, the COAS membership has grown to over a 100 members, collectively contributing to 2 annual exhibitions; the Easter show in Clyde, in conjunction with the Wine and Food Festival and our premier event - the Blossom Festival Exhibition, which attracts up to 200 entries and provides a great social occasion to meet at the opening and support the visual arts in our district.

In addition to provision of art exhibitions the COAS runs educational programmes to anyone interested in hands on workshops. These classes are run on a regular basis and are practical learning classes that cover all abilities. Anyone interested should make enquiries.

New members welcome.