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January 2026:

HoCo Arts has moved operations to the Capitoline Center in Historic Ellicott City at 8360 Court Ave | The HoCo Arts staff are available by phone or email during regular office hours, M–F, 9am–5pm | The building is currently closed to the public.

A Home and an Incubator for the Arts

  • HoCo Arts has moved!

    December 2025: HoCo Arts has moved to a new home — the Capitoline Center (the historic Circuit Courthouse in Ellicott City)! The building is currently closed to the public, but the staff is maintaining regular office hours: Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm. Staff members may be reached by email or phone at (410)313-2787. For general inquiries, contact info@hocoarts.org. Please check hocoarts.org and our Instagram/Facebook for updates!

  • Gallery I

    HoCo Open 2026

    January 9 – January 31, 2026

    Our annual salon-style, non-juried exhibit showcases artwork in a variety of media by Howard County artists.

  • Gallery II

    Connected Geometry

    January 9 – January 31, 2026

    Featuring work by Diane Lorio, Sarah Sharp, and Allyce wood, abstract artists that engage with pattern and color over a variety of media.

Enriching and uplifting Howard County communities since 1981. We are devoted to nurturing local artists and arts organizations, furthering the public’s appreciation of the arts, and ensuring that the arts are accessible — regardless of age, ability or economic status.

Art Classes 
& Camps

We offer art classes, camps, and workshops that spark excitement, build skills, and nurture creativity.

A group of children being guided in an art class

Exhibits & Programs

We connect and engage people with the arts through exhibits, receptions, events, and a variety of one-time and ongoing arts programs.

Grants for the Arts

We provide grants, scholarships, and honoraria to support the work of artists and arts organizations in our community.

Rentals & Studios

We provide affordable studio, rehearsal, classroom, meeting, and performance spaces to artists and arts organizations.

Support The Arts

Your support of HoCo Arts is critical to our ability to enrich and uplift our communities through the arts.

HoCo Arts Classes and Workshops
Howard County Arts & Culture Master Plan

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