Student Holiday Art Sale

A series of light green ceramic vases
October 1, 2026

Student Holiday Art Sale

Assorted brightly colored ceramic cups and bowls on a table

November 20, 2026 12:00-4:30 p.m., Studio Arts Building

The Art Department invites the UMass and greater Pioneer Valley communities to our semi-annual Student Holiday Art Sale, a lively celebration of student creativity and artistic practice. This special event offers the opportunity to support emerging artists while shopping for original, affordable artwork across a wide range of media. 

Looking for a unique gift or artwork for your own home? Browse art prints, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, fiber art, tote bags, t-shirts, stickers, functional pottery, and many fun, unexpected treasures. The sale not only showcases the incredible range of student work but also provides hands-on entrepreneurship experience—students keep 100% of their profits, with no selling or setup fees. 

Student artist with a variety of items for sale, including paintings, drawings and ceramics

Getting There: 

By car: Metered visitor parking is available at the Robsham Visitor Center, 300 Massachusetts Ave, Amherst. (about a 6-min walk). Limited metered spots are also available along Thatcher Road. 
Public Transportation: PVTA 46 line Studio Arts Building stop is right outside the building. Nearby, the Haigis Mall stop (about a 5-minute walk) provides access to routes 30, 31, 35, 36, and 43, along with regional bus services.