Art shows and art events in Williamsburg, VA tonight and this week

An exhibition of portraits by Old Dominion University art students imagining Virginians named in legislative petitions to the state between 1776 and 1786, shown with the petitions themselves, for the 250th anniversary of American independence. Limited free parking under the Library.

The Great American Birthday Quilt, made of squares from people across the country in honor of America's 250th birthday, on display at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center.

Docent-led tours of the Virginia Musical Museum and Music Hall of Fame, included with regular admission.

Mixed Media & Metal Clay Project: a 3-day class, 4 hrs/day, making a leather keychain, fused glass pendant and mosaic metal clay bracelet. All materials included; ages 10+.

Six galleries and 82 artist studios with fall exhibits. Carol Gruppé's show is up through October 31. Admission is free.

A beginner-friendly crochet session for those looking to learn something new.

DIY Winter Wreath Class: make your own cozy winter wreath to deck your door.

Wine and floral design class at Cross Creek Nursery, where you make your own floral arrangement.

West Coast swing with Louie: beginner class $5, beginner plus $10, and a $10 social dance.

A class for finishing an unfinished Quiltworx pattern or starting a new one, with instructor Tracy Thompson.

An exhibition of portraits by Old Dominion University art students imagining Virginians named in legislative petitions to the state between 1776 and 1786, shown with the petitions themselves, for the 250th anniversary of American independence. Limited free parking under the Library.

The Great American Birthday Quilt, made of squares from people across the country in honor of America's 250th birthday, on display at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center.

A session to make an autumn wreath from felt, starting with seasonal crafts and planning future activities with participants' input. Participants use a glue gun on their own.

Six galleries and 82 artist studios with fall exhibits. Carol Gruppé's show is up through October 31. Admission is free.

The Garden Detective, a new exhibition at the Rockefeller Library on Arthur Shurcliff's restoration of the Governor's Palace gardens in Colonial Williamsburg. Visitors get an open house with light refreshments and 18th-century botanical texts. No ticket needed.

Process Art Adventures, a weekly series of art-making sessions that build school readiness skills through artistic play.

An Offsite Gallery group exhibition at the Tidewater Community College Visual Art & Design Center, with an opening reception.

Opening reception for a group exhibition at the Offsite Gallery at TCC VADC.

Veterans Banquet & Art Show at VPCC, honoring the College community's veterans.

Paint Pour Art with Vanessa Golson at Indian River Library in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Acrylic paint pouring with Vanessa Golson: an interactive painting experience without a brush.

The Dragon Book and Craft Club for elementary and middle school students: themed crafts, the audiobook and the magic and adventure of Pyrrhia.

Make your own dried orange garland for your fall home, in time for Thanksgiving.

Beginner machine embroidery, for the curious and for anyone who has a machine but isn't sure of the next steps.

A hands-on fused glass workshop at 2 Rivers Arts to make a nightlight, necklace or ornament.

A fused glass wind chimes session at Happy Hour Glass Works to celebrate the season.

A paint and sip class: follow a talented local artist to paint your own version of "Galactic Moonglow". All painting supplies included; no experience needed.

An evening class with Cody at Ashton Creek teaching basic techniques for creating decorative mesh Christmas wreaths.

A friendly drink-and-draw for artists of all skill levels: talk shop, share favorite tools and software tips, teach each other new mediums and chat about art and life.

A small pottery class where you make a customized ceramic chip and dip tray from soft stoneware clay, with all supplies and tools provided.

An exhibition of portraits by Old Dominion University art students imagining Virginians named in legislative petitions to the state between 1776 and 1786, shown with the petitions themselves, for the 250th anniversary of American independence. Limited free parking under the Library.

The Great American Birthday Quilt, made of squares from people across the country in honor of America's 250th birthday, on display at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center.

Docent-led tours of the Virginia Musical Museum and Music Hall of Fame, included with regular admission.

A social for working on your own craft project and sharing it with the group.

Storybook Hour: young artists hear a gallery-themed picture book read aloud, then make art inspired by it.

A creative afternoon of painting and sipping, for students, with all art materials and snacks provided.

Lucky Soap Making: make your own soap in fortunate shapes at this Friday the 13th workshop.

A monthly art series of educational, art-themed sessions led by professional local artists from ArtsConnect Virginia. Registration is required.

A group walk through Where Wonder Grows: Sanctuary, a free immersive art installation by the Australian collective Skunk Control. Its thousands of nature-inspired pieces, from kinetic flowers to butterflies, light up as evening falls.

A beginner-friendly, social craft session focused on collage cards.

Wine & Watercolors: a self-guided evening painting two prints, with a wine tasting of VA wines.

A bento cake decorating workshop paired with an aura photograph of your own, hosted by Sugarcoat at The Void.