You are cordially invited to the 2025 Nansemond-Suffolk Academy Art Show and Sale!
Original artwork from more than 180 local and regional artists, including featured artist Karen Crenshaw, will be available for purchase, with proceeds supporting NSA's visual and performing arts programs. There are affordable options for everyone – from fine art, handcrafted jewelry and pottery to glass art, sculptures and more. Just like in 2023 and 2024, you will be able to shop in person in the Lower School at the Main Campus and online after hours at nsaartshow.com. Admission is free, and the community is welcome to attend!
Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, TowneBank.
Sponsor
You can demonstrate your support for NSA's arts programs by sponsoring the Art Show and Sale for $150, which provides admission for two guests to attend the Sponsors' Reception on Friday, January 24, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Lower School at NSA's Main Campus. You will also be recognized on the program and on the sponsor board at the Art Show and Sale. Sponsorships will be accepted through Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Click on the link below, Venmo @NSASAINTS or contact Assistant Director of Advancement Melissa Hlinovsky '02 at (757) 539-8789 ext. 3333 or mhlinovs@nsacademy.org to sponsor today!
To submit payment online, click on the link above, select "Other" for designation and note "Art Show and Sale" along with your preferred name for the sponsor listing. You can also pay via Venmo @nsasaints, including "Art Show and Sale" and your preferred name for the sponsor listing in the description. Thank you!
Volunteer
Volunteers are needed throughout the duration of the Art Show and Sale. Please consider signing up to volunteer for one of the opportunities listed below.
Displaying Flat Artwork or Multimedia Artwork
Volunteers are needed to assist with hanging flat art and displaying multimedia art Thursday, January 16, Friday, January 17, and Tuesday, January 21, through Thursday, January 23. Morning and afternoon shifts are available from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The time commitment may vary based on the availability of the volunteer.
Sales
Volunteers will greet art show attendees and will assist with sales transactions. Morning shifts (9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.) and afternoon shifts (12:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.) are available from Saturday, January 25, through Sunday, February 2.
Check-in and Check-out of Artwork
Volunteers are needed to assist with the check-in and check-out of artwork. Artwork check-in will take place on Thursday, January 16, and Friday, January 17. Artwork check-out will take place Thursday, February 6. Shifts are available from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The time commitment may vary based on the availability of the volunteer.
Labeling and Displaying Artwork Tags
Volunteers are needed to assist with labeling and displaying tags for artwork Tuesday, January 21 and Wednesday, January 22. Shifts are available from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The time commitment may vary based on the availability of the volunteer.
Student Performers
Student performers in 1st through 12th grade are needed to share their talents Saturday, January 25, Sunday, January 26, Saturday, February 1 and Sunday, February 2. Students will perform during a solo shift ranging from 30 minutes to one hour.
Attend
Visit the 2025 Art Show and Sale! Admission is free, and the community is welcome. Check back often. New artwork arrives daily!
Opening Reception
- Saturday, January 25 | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Art Show and Sale Continues
- Sunday, January 26 | 1:00–4:00 p.m.
- Monday-Friday, January 27–January 31 | 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
- Saturday, February 1 | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Sunday, February 2 | 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Events for 2024
- Parents of Alumni Reception: Sunday, January 26 | 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
- Reception for Grandparents: Wednesday, January 29 | 9:00 a.m. - noon
- Kids' Days: Saturday, February 1 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, February 2 | 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Art Show and Sale After-Hours Online Shopping
During the evenings when the Art Show and Sale is not open and in-person shopping is not available, you will be able to shop online at nsaartshow.com.
- Sunday, January 26–Saturday, February 1 | 4:30 p.m.–8:00 a.m.
Thank you in advance for your generous support of the 39th annual Nansemond-Suffolk Academy Art Show and Sale! For more information, please contact Melissa Hlinovsky '02 at mhlinovsky@nsacademy.org.
Remembering Kim Keene '87, NSA alumna and NSA Art Show and Sale artist.
We would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to The Camille A. Harrell Endowment Fund for supporting the Nansemond-Suffolk Academy Art Show and Sale.