OGDEN, UT – Ogden’s First Friday Art Stroll is scheduled for April 3, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Marshall White Community Center will host a pop-up exhibition as part of the Art Stroll, featuring pottery created by both students and instructors. This showcases the talent and creativity fostered with the community. This offers attendees the opportunity to view the ceramic collection.
Ogden City’s First Friday Art Stroll continues to grow, with new venues regularly joining the lineup. Many local artists have made their debut at the stroll, showcasing their very first exhibits and finding a supportive audience here in our community. We’re proud to feature fresh talent while celebrating established creatives, together building a vibrant downtown arts scene.
Physical maps are available at any stop on the stroll or at The Corner, the small white kiosk located at 25th and Washington Avenue. It is open during the stroll and will be open until 9 p.m. The map includes all OGX stop locations, and the OGX is free to ride, making it easy and fun to get around downtown Ogden.
As always, community members are encouraged to share their experience using the hashtag #OgdenSharesArt about personal creations or inspiring images of arts and culture with the Ogden Arts Community. Using the hashtag as a virtual option provides an avenue to engage with other artists in Ogden and see the exciting artworks being created.
Follow the social media outlets listed below for updates, artist features, and upcoming events.
Social Media: IG – Ogden_Arts / The_Corner_Ogden FB – OgdenCityArts / TheCorner
Website: www.ogdencity.gov/artstroll
About Ogden City Arts Ogden City Arts supports the belief that the arts are an integral part of a healthy culture, providing both intellectual nourishment and social benefit, and that community arts programs provide significant value both to communities and to artists. Ogden City Arts’ mission is to enrich the lives of Ogden residents and visitors by ensuring access to visual, performing, and literary arts and arts education. In supporting arts organizations and independent artists Ogden City Arts works to connect the arts to daily life, education, and economic development.
Media Contact
Regina Esparza
Ogden City Marketing & Communication Coordinator 801-629-8703 – reginae@ogdencity.gov
Pop-Up Location
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Marshall White Community Center – 222 28th Street, Ogden
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On Solid Ground – New art sculpture on 25th Street, across the street from The Monarch.
November’s art stroll will unveil On Solid Ground, a striking new art sculpture in the Nine Rails Creative District. Located on 25th Street across from The Monarch, this sculptural work celebrates the deep roots and enduring spirit of Ogden, where history and creativity meet beneath our feet.
In 2021, construction crews uncovered a remarkable piece of Ogden’s past: original rails from the city’s historic streetcar system, which once connected neighborhoods and powered progress from 1900 to 1936. Rather than covering this discovery back up, a few community members chose to celebrate it. Those very rails, unearthed just a few feet from where they now stand, became the foundation of On Solid Ground.
Created by local artists Samantha Killinen and Hannah Scalambrino, working together as the IHTS Collective, the sculpture honors Ogden’s heritage while looking toward its future. The design draws inspiration from the city’s distinctive architecture, the strength of the surrounding mountains, and the industrious honeybee, a nod to the hardworking people who make Ogden such a vibrant place to live, work, and create.
Part of the city’s ongoing effort to infuse art into public spaces, On Solid Ground adds to the growing collection of works within the Nine Rails Creative District, where creativity drives community connection. The installation stands as both a tribute and a time capsule, reminding us that even as Ogden evolves, its foundation remains, quite literally, on solid ground.
GALLERY HAPPENINGS
9th Muse Academy of Art
Featured: Teen Students ages 13-18
The 9th Muse Academy of Art invites the community to experience an inspiring evening of creativity during the First Friday Art Stroll. The event will spotlight the work of the academy’s teen students, ages 13–18, featuring a collection of standout pieces that reflect both technical skill and bold artistic voice. To make the evening even more engaging, the 9th Muse Academy will offer 50% off all Paint Garden paintings, allowing attendees to create their own artwork at a special discount.
9th Muse Academy of Art – 578 25th Street, Ogden
Alchemy Tattoo Studio
Our featured artist is Haunting Beauty (Smith and Shani)
Instagram: haunting.beauty.801
Bio: Smith is the artist and curator of Haunting Beauty. Informed by a formal background in Zoology, Smith translates scientific fascination into artistic expression through sustainably sourced insect taxidermy and jewelry crafted from bone and wing. This appreciation for the natural world also takes a playful turn in Smith’s drawings and stickers. Beyond these creations, Smith curates a collection of antiques and curiosities designed to bring a sense of wonder to the modern collector. Haunting Beauty wouldn’t be possible without Shani. Shani is the “Igor” to Smith’s “Dr. Frankenstein” and the essential ears of the operation (acting like a seeing-eye dog, but for hearing) to make sure Smith stays tuned into the world. When she isn’t busy being the “hearing-eye human”, her own stunning beaded insects and witchcraft ritual items make a guest appearance, proving that every mad scientist needs a multi-talented sidekick.”
Alchemy Tattoo Shop – 119 25th Street, Ogden
Cara Koolmees Art Gallery
Spring is officially here, even though we haven’t had much winter. The grass is turning green, and the animals are out. Come see rabbits in pictures at the studio of Cara Koolmees, 256 Historic 25th Street. A spring refresher in your home will help you welcome the new season.
Cara Koolmees Art Gallery – 256 Historic 25th Street
Ccrafts Crafts Creations
We have a couple of activities happening at CCcrafts Crafts Creations.
Tina with Phillips Retreat will be doing readings for $1/min
Phillipsretreat.com – 385-220-4269
Ccrafts Crafts Creations – 2487 Grant Ave, Ogden
Dumke Arts Plaza
This Was Water is an interactive sculpture, sound, and video installation. The sculptures are modeled after the gypsum crystals, or “dirty diamonds”, that emerge through the salty crust at the Great Salt Lake. The lake is drying up at unsustainable rates due to water consumption and climate change. As the water’s edge recedes, the clay lakebed is exposed. The crystals form in the land that misses water. The crystals form so rapidly (in geologic time) that they capture the surrounding clay and tar which muddies the transparent crystals–hence the name “dirty diamonds.”
Recent studies by Dr. Bonnie Baxter and student Paulina Martinez-Koury suggest that the crystals are teeming with microbial life. Metaphorically, Bornhoft and Campbell imagine the crystals as vestiges of the drying lake. These beautiful artifacts foretell dire consequences. Toxic metals such as arsenic and mercury also rest in the lakebed. As the lake continues to lose water, we risk the toxins becoming airborne and poisoning all living beings in proximity to the lake. Each of the sculpture rock mounds is fitted with lidar sensors, lights, and speakers that respond to a person’s presence. Lights inside the sculptures also flicker as someone approaches. The interactive elements evoke the lively matter that animates these geological phenomena. This multimedia installation invites reflection upon our relationship with this fascinating and fragile inland sea.
Dumke Arts Plaza – 445 25th Street, Ogden
Eccles Art Center
The Eccles Art Center invites the community to experience a dynamic and inspiring lineup of exhibitions this April, celebrating both emerging student artists and contemporary abstract work. The Main Gallery will feature the Weber School District Junior High and High School Show, a highly anticipated annual exhibition showcasing a wide range of artwork created by students across Weber County. From painting and drawing to sculpture and mixed media, the exhibit highlights the creativity, technical skill, and fresh perspectives of young artists at pivotal stages in their development. In the Carriage House Gallery, the Ogden School District Junior High and High School Show will present an equally compelling collection of student work. This exhibition offers a glimpse into the talent being cultivated in Ogden’s schools, emphasizing experimentation, self-expression, and the importance of arts education in shaping confident, creative individuals.
Adding to the evening’s programming, Studio 2580 will host a special one-night-only exhibition on Friday, April 3, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., featuring artist Tyson DeForest. His exhibit, Liminal Horizons: Abstracts of Home, is an intimate collection of 25 to 30 oil paintings that explores abstract landscapes and personal sanctuaries. Blending structure with dreamlike horizons, DeForest’s paintings reflect the emotional spaces between memory, imagination, and the idea of home—inviting viewers to pause, connect, and discover the sense of home we each carry within.
All exhibitions will open during the First Friday Art Stroll on April 3 with a public reception from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The student exhibitions will remain on display through the month of April, offering visitors multiple opportunities to experience the breadth of talent.
The Eccles Art Center is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, please visit www.ogden4arts.org or contact the Eccles Art Center at (801) 392-6935
Eccles Art Center – 2580 Jefferson Avenue, Ogden
Four Sisters Furniture
We have a special surprise guest coming to the art stroll! Watch our social media page for updates! @four_sisters_furtniture
Four Sisters Furniture – 274 25th Street
Gallery 25
Gallery 25’s featured artist for April will be Roberta Glidden. Her website is www.robertaglidden.com
I have studied with many local masters, both in northern Utah and in Jackson Hole, which offers a stunning range of landscapes year-round.
The emphasis has been on on-site or plein-air studies using oil paint. The small studies are then developed and expanded in a studio setting. Working directly from nature gives me the most accurate colors and values, along with the excitement of being outdoors in the wind and the constantly changing light.
From Jackson Hole, I have access to Grand Teton National Park, and from Ogden, access to the Wasatch Range, along with famous desert cliffs, canyons, and rivers.
In Jackson Hole, I have taken part in the June Plein Air event for the Wildlife Art Museum. In Ogden, I have been a long-time member/owner of Gallery 25 on Historic 25th Street.
Lately, I have been using loose acrylic paints applied entirely with a palette knife. The result is a more abstract view with all sorts of surprises for both the painter and the viewer. This method better represents the actual, constantly shifting way we experience nature.
Gallery 25 – 268 25th Street, Ogden
Grounds for Coffee on 25th Street
Our featured artist for April is Christina Levi from Levi Art Studios.
Bio: Christina Levi has always been drawn to artistic expression, finding inspiration in the beauty of nature and the versatility of mixed media. She developed a keen eye for intricate details and lifelike textures, which now influence her work in resin and organic materials. Expanding her creative practice, she has embraced heavy-textured acrylics, using bold colors and dynamic techniques to create vibrant floral compositions. Her art reflects a seamless blend of structure and fluidity, transforming everyday materials into expressive, nature-inspired pieces.
Social Media: Levi Art Studios on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Leviartstudio.com
Grounds for Coffee – 111 Historic 25th Street, Ogden
Historic Tattoo Studio
Rikki Fowls is our featured artist for April.
Owner & Artist at @historictattoostudio, Rikki Fowls loves making traditional tattoos along with drawing & painting flash designs.
- Everything in the shop is hand-drawn & painted.
- Tattoos/ Prints & T-shirts available
Historic Tattoo Studio – 171 25th Street, Ogden
Ogden Contemporary Art
OCA Exhibition: RECLAMATION
- 4-6 PM: Members Only Happy Hour
- 6-9 PM: Open to the Public
- Public Engagement: Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Activity (WSU partnership)
- Watercolor & Poetry: Bookmarks inspired by flowers native to the Philippines
- Public Engagement: Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Activity (WSU partnership)
6-9 PM: OCA Artist Factory Studio 32 Workshop: The Future Shapes of Architecture with Melissa Chang.
Ogden Contemporary Art – 455 25th Street, Ogden
Poisoned Hearts Tattoo
We’re excited to feature beautiful, pressed flower art for April’s Art Stroll! 🌸
Poisoned Hearts Tattoo – 2216 Washington Blvd, Ogden
Queen Bee Giftery
We are super excited to have Margaret at our shop!
Artist Name:Margaret Bagley
Bio: Margaret Bagley is an author with deep roots in Ogden, a place that continues to shape her storytelling. Born and raised there, she drew inspiration from family memories, especially stories shared by her grandmother, and from the city’s rich pioneer heritage. Through her writing, Bagley brings the people and history of Ogden to life, weaving together personal heritage, careful research, and engaging storytelling that highlights the complexities of women’s lives in the American West.
More art at https://www.bagleywrites.com/
Queen Bee Giftery – 270 25th Street, Ogden
Shaw Gallery at Weber State University
On display Jan. 23 – Apr. 3, 2026, at Shaw Gallery in the Kimball Arts Building (WSU Ogden Campus).
Animals and humans have always migrated: for different climates, for opportunities, for safety, for love; for necessity and curiosity. For humans, political borders and the laws governing political states are perpetually shifting. Our current concerns about im/migration are not new. The nuance of real lives and specific places gets erased in times of polemical rhetoric. This group exhibition brings together perspectives from artists whose work addresses the beauty and complexities of human migration. In the end, we are all just passing through different spaces on the same planet.
Featured artists:
Jacobo Alonso
Enrique Chagoya
Scherezade Garcia
Salvador Jiménez-Flores
Pablo Lopez Luz
Mark Menjívar
Dylan A.T. Miner
Delilah Montoya
Rael San Fratello
Marcos Ramírez ERRE
Nancy E. Rivera
Undocumented Migration Project
Vincent Valdez
Schedule of events:
- Friday, Jan. 23, 6-8 p.m.: Opening Reception at Shaw Gallery
- Wednesday, Jan. 28, 6 p.m.: Artist Talk by Nancy E. Rivera in Kimball Arts room 143
- Friday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m.: Migration Poetry Reading at Shaw Gallery
- Thursday, Feb. 19, 6 p.m.: Artist Talk by Mark Menjivar in Stewart Library’s Hetzel-Hoellein room
- Thursday, March 12, 6 p.m.: La Bestia film screening in Stewart Library’s Hetzel-Hoellein room
- Thursday, March 26, 6 p.m.: Artist Talk by Jacobo Alonso in Kimball Arts room 143
- Friday, Apr. 3, 7 p.m.: Spanish guitar performance by Antonio Garcia at Shaw Gallery
Shaw Gallery at Weber State University – 3964 W Campus Dr. Dept 2001
The House Cat – NEW LOCATION
Artist Name: Emalie (Lem) Ball
Bio: Lemon Zest Studio — where art loves louder than the noise.
Hi, I’m Lem, a multi-passionate artist and muralist from Smithfield, Utah. I create bubbly, colorful, zesty works that blend paint, drawing, illustration, and mixed media. My style draws from energy, nature, astrology, the human psyche, and self-healing—turning portraits, animals, florals, landscapes, abstracts, or anything meaningful into vibrant art.
I fell in love with large-scale work in 2013 at the Kayenta Street Art Festival with my dad, Jay Ball. We earned awards, became featured artists, and later brought chalk art to our community. Today, I paint bold, floral, animal, and nature-inspired abstract murals for businesses using acrylics on walls, buildings, vehicles, and more.
Lemon Zest Art is about authentic creation, genuine connections, collaboration, and inspiring others to express freely. Art is love made visible—let’s connect and create something beautiful together!
IG- Lemonzest_studio
For my pieces, I’m doing Sisters of several wild-cats and then the Chakra kitties, which are colorful illustrations of cats with chakra wheels.
The House Cat – 341 27th Street, Ogden
The LAB
For April 3rd, I plan to be at The LABfrom 6:30-7:30 for a “meet the artist” hour, to promote my installation there in collaboration with Street Ogden Magazine.
The installation at The LAB will feature medium and large poster prints of originals — matted, framed, and ready to hang — for $25 and $55, respectively.
The bee painting (“Geometry in Nature”) is key, as it ties in with Street Ogden Magazine’s spring edition cover.
The LAB – 2432 Washington Blvd, Ogden
The Local Artisan Collective
Welcome to April Art Stroll — where the air feels softer, the light lingers longer, and we’re pretty sure the fairies and flowers are back.
Spring is waking everything up again — color, creativity, imagination. Come wander through the Collective, see what’s blooming on our walls and shelves, and maybe leave with a little magic of your own.
Art Stroll is on Friday, April 3rd, 2026! The store will be open later than usual for Art Stroll from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm; with then even later until 10pm for shopping.
Our Featured Artist is Jackie Archibald, owner of Journey Bound Designs, who is a mixed media artist who loves the freedom and challenge of using various materials to create unique and one-of-a-kind pieces. Her journals are filled with durable 98# mixed-media paper, perfect for graphite, markers, ink, and colored pencils. They can be used for self-expression, as a diary, or as an art journal to explore thoughts, feelings, and ideas. The beads and embellishments are hand-sewn into the covers whenever possible to ensure a long-lasting and cherished keepsake. Find her in the classroom to come make your own fairy!
Classes and Events happening during the Art Stroll:
- 6:00-9:00: Make Flying Fairies with Jackie from Journey Bound Designs to make a whimsical fairy using clothes pins, paints, beads, and flower petals. Lots of colors to choose from to ensure yours is completely unique! Find her in the classroom.
- 6:00-9:00: Join Stephanie in making your own Pressed Flower Hanging Glass. Drop in anytime to come play with flowers and make your own amazing hanging glass art for $39. Sign up for the class here: https://localartisancollective.com/events/pressed-flower-in-hanging-glass-april-3/ Find her in the classroom.
- 6:00-9:00: Drop in Ring Bar and Silver Spoon Ring. Stop by and pick out pieces for a unique custom-made ring. First, pick a stone, then the bezel (the metal that holds the stone), and finally your silver band style. After all the choices are chosen, 16th-generation silversmith Rene will create your custom ring while you shop. OR choose from a variety of vintage sterling silver spoon handles, and a ring will be made while you shop. The ring will generally be ready in less than 30 minutes. Find him in his studio.
- 6:00-9:00: Come watch Mike from Hursts Handblown Glass create beautiful art with Glassblowing. It is incredible to watch him make beautiful glass pieces. Find him in his Glass Studio.
- 6:00-9:00: East Ridge Elementary will be showcasing their art with their teacher, Ms. Emma Kozlewski. Stop by to see their incredible art. Find them in front of the textile studio.
- 6:00-9:00: Find Steve Stone’s painting, an amazing piece of art. He will be in the classroom.
- 6:00-7:45: Find local Girl Scouts in front of the store selling Girl Scout Cookies! Stop by to get your own delicious cookies!! Find them in front of the store.
- 6:00 – 9:00: The Easter Bunny’s Wild Adventure with KC from Seeds Imagination.
What kind of adventure is the Easter Bunny having today? Draw prompt cards and use your imagination to create a short tale about the Easter Bunny’s unexpected journey. Write your story on a paper egg or draw a picture of the adventure to share with others. Every set of cards creates a new and surprising story! Find her by the front doors.
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In addition to all the incredible fairy making, pressed flowers, and students’ art, we are thrilled to have live music from Pepper Rose and Dave Crespo, who will be part of the Music @ the Collective events. Find them in the classroom.
Special thanks to OFOAM and Ogden City Arts for sponsoring this.
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Find our store located at 2371 Kiesel Ave, Ogden, Utah 84401 in the Heart of Downtown Ogden on the South End of the Junction in the Creative Nine Rails District and online at localartisancollective.com/shop
We are also open Monday through Saturday from 12:00 to 7:00. We will also be open late until 10:00pm on the first Friday of the month with Art Stroll.
The Local Artisan Collective – 2371 Kiesel Ave, Ogden
The Mercantile
April Art Stroll
April 3rd, 6 to 9 pm
“Spring in Bloom” featuring Calluna Flower Farm – this month’s installation favors dried florals alongside the first pops of spring as we see the snow melt and slush runoff from the mountains above.
Plus, enjoy all-ages karaoke with Lilia Maughn, now a consistent offering of our First Friday Art Stroll program!
The Mercantile – 2501 Grant Ave, Ogden
The Monarch
We’re beyond thrilled to have the men’s world championship Curling Team sponsoring our Friday Night Art Stroll on April 3, 2026, at The Monarch in Ogden! The Awesome and local band Proper Way will be playing live, while local artists and vendors open their doors, and delicious local food is in the mix. Spring has arrived…come stroll, enjoy the tunes, and celebrate with us at The Monarch!
Please contact mara@themonarchogden.com for questions.
The Monarch – 455 W. 25th Street, Ogden
Union Station
“Opening Doors to Emotions”
Union Station Grand Lobby
On special display 3/26 to 4/4
“Opening Doors to Emotions” is a community art display created by the students of Waterfall Canyon Academy, a residential treatment center in Ogden, Utah, that serves adolescents and young adults navigating social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. As part of their therapeutic journey, students were invited to identify the emotions they were feeling, locate them on an emotions color wheel, and select the corresponding acrylic paint color. They would then fill a reusable water balloon with that color and throw it at the door, letting it splatter and take shape. The result is five vivid, one-of-a-kind doors, each a physical expression of something real and felt. We invite the community to stop, look closely, and consider the story behind each door and the courage it took to name their feelings and release them into something artistic.
Ben Lomond High School Presents: Art 1010
Gallery at the Station
How does Ogden’s new generation of artists, creatives, and thinkers impact Ogden’s art scene? Come find out as students present their original works created over the course of the last semester. Featuring Ogden student artists from Ben Lomond High School, concurrently enrolled in Weber State ART 1010.
Palette Club Art Show 2026
“83 Years of Painting – Modern Artists and a Historical Retrospective”
ENDURING LEGACY
Palette Club of Ogden is a longstanding group of artists that has met monthly since 1943 when twenty-one artists met to advance community interest in art and to encourage local artists to expand their talents. Our club continues today, open to artists of all skill levels and mediums. Monthly meetings feature art demonstrations and lectures, field trips, and paint outs (plein air gatherings where the group creates art together in the open air).
CAMARADERIE AND SUPPORT
Although members of Palette Club of Ogden have cycled in and out of our group over the years, our commitment to cohesion and collaboration as a community remains strong. Regular meet-ups provide support for both burgeoning and experienced artists and also meaningful friendships.
FINE ART FOCUSED, CLASSICAL & MODERN INTERPRETATIONS
Think of our exhibit as one of “Faces, Places, and Imaginative Spaces” — masterful paintings with thoughtful composition, vibrant and interesting color palettes, a variety of sizes, and most of all, exquisite technique! Our group is comprised mainly of traditional artists who tirelessly work to master our respective materials, following in the footsteps of the classic masters. Our mediums include oil, acrylic, and watercolor, either as stand-alone mediums or incorporated with mixed media elements for added texture and interest. While we frequently use traditional materials in classic ways, there is always room for experimentation and development of each individual’s artistic voice. As we see beauty all around us, we gravitate toward what inspires us and are driven to paint and portray it in our unique, individual styles.
The Community Art Show Food Exhibit will be on display in the Grand Lobby, featuring artwork created by local community members. Attendees are encouraged to view the exhibit and participate by voting for the Community Favorite between 6 and 8 p.m.
Credit: Richa Wilson, Wheeler Farm Plein Air I
Union Station – 2501 Wall Ave, Ogden
UTOG
Brey Avery will be our Artist for April.
Bio:I am a local endurance enthusiast/artist. I am a trail runner, mountain biker, and swimmer. I love running and biking along the Bonneville Shoreline Trail year-round, and swimming in Pineview during the summer.
I love to paint the places I see on my outings. I also use reference photos from my friends and adventures. My preferred medium for my landscape paintings is Oil on plywood or canvas. The painting is relatively new for me, and I would love to see it take off! I have some prints already and can make prints of most of what I have already done. I can do commissions if you have a reference photo, or, if it’s a local trail, chances are I have a pic of the notable sights! I also make most of my own frames.
Check out my Instagram braveryarts, and follow along, and visit my website, braveryarts.com
DM me, and I can bring one of your favorite places into your home!
UTOG – 2331 Grant Ave, Ogden
Wasatch Roasting Company
For the April Art Stroll, Wasatch Roasting Company will have Lila Nuttall as the featured artist.
@lilaavatii
Wasatch Roasting Company – 2436 Grant Ave.
