1069 Connecticut Avenue, Building 4
Bridgeport, CT 06607
203-451-5011
www.amfabarts.com
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Artists of The American Fabrics Arts Building
Directions:
By Train/Ferry: Metro North or Amtrak to Bridgeport Station. Port Jefferson Ferry to Water Street Dock (next to train Station). AmFab is approximately two and a half miles from the station. Cabs are available from the train station’s cabstand.
Traveling I-95 South: Take exit 30/Surf Avenue. Turn right at bottom of ramp onto Surf Avenue. Turn left at the next light onto Connecticut Avenue. Turn right into parking for 1069 Connecticut Ave.
Traveling I-95 North: Take exit 30/Lordship Avenue. Turn left at bottom of ramp onto Lordship. Lordship becomes Hollister. Go straight through stop sign, and right at next light onto Stratford Avenue. Take 4rd left onto Freeman Street and across CT Ave into parking for 1069 CT Ave.
2019 Bridgeport Art Trail Programming:
Event: 14th Annual Open Studios
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
In its 14th year, American Fabrics Arts Building (AFA) Open Studios showcases over 25 artists in their studios wh ere the creative process happens. Held in a renovated factory building where linen and lace were once manufactured, the event has become a destination for collectors, interior designers, and art lovers alike. AFA’s diverse group of artists are engaged in painting, printmaking, sculpture, quilting, jewelry, photography, ceramics, textiles, design, mixed media, and more.
Every year we welcome new artist tenants, lending a fresh perspective to the event, this year including AmFab ll just down the street at #2. Many artists will be offering affordable art for sale (see the AFA artists list at the back of the guide, for more information). Denyse Schmidt Quilts, Jocelyn Braxton Armstrong Ceramics, Brechin Morgan, and Ulla Surland will be holding their annual studio sales.
Once again we are supporting the Bridgeport Rescue Mission (BRM). The mission serves those critically in need directly in our community. It feeds the hungry, shelters the homeless, and helps people conquer drug and alcohol addictions. AFA will be serving as a drop-off point for their Thanksgiving Stuff-A-Truck event, giving patrons the opportunity to donate food and coats for local families in need. (See event listing.)
Lastly, the artists of AFA have joined together once again to donate an assortment of small works for the AFA Collector’s Raffle. An Amazing collection of work will be raffled for $5 a chance, with all proceeds going to BRM! There will be food trucks, in the east parking lot to serve our patrons from 10 am to 5 pm each day. Music and participatory performances will offer fun for the whole family! Ample onsite free parking and handicapped access.
Event: Denyse Schmidt Quilts Annual Sample Sale, Studio #401
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
Come and see where it all happens! Denyse will have limited supplies of books, patterns, templates and some fabric bundles available for sale, a selection of hand-embroidered emojis, and a select few quilts on exhibit. Event: Denyse Schmidt Quilts + The Norwalk Community Quilt Guild. dsquilts.com
Event: Denyse Schmidt Quilts + The Norwalk Community Quilt Guild, Studio #401
Saturday, November 9; 11 am to 2 pm
We welcome Peace by Piece: The Norwalk Community Quilt Guild to our studio on Saturday November 9 from 11-2 They’ll be set up with a quilt on their frame, and you’re invited to drop in to stitch alongside these fabulous folks and share stories and skills. Don’t know how to quilt? We’ll show you how! Like us on Facebook.
Event: Jen Glover Riggs, Studio #207
Saturday, November 9; 1 pm
Live fluid acrylic painting demonstrations
Event: Janine Brown, Studio #302
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
20 – 40% off prints, acrylic/watercolor/oil paintings, and select group of photos.
Event: Judith Corrigan Holiday Art Collector Sale, Studio #402
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
Wide choice of figure drawings in paper and selected small works on paper and canvas.
Event: Linda Colletta | ART, Studio #404
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
Studio Sale & Live Painting!
Affordable abstract art perfect if you love big, colorful, abstract art!
Event: Jocelyn Braxton Armstrong Ceramics Annual Studio Sale, Studio #410
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
Offering JBA Signature Collection ceramics and sculpture at discount. Bargains on seconds.
Event: Janet Slom Annual Studio Sale, Studio # 411
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 11; 10 am to 5 pm
Two day studio sale! Incredible prices for two days only. Paintings, ceramics, photography, drawings, limited edition prints. MasterCard, Visa, and Cash accepted. Also by appointment on Friday, November 8. Call Janet: 917-846-7827
Event: Brechin Morgan Annual Studio Sale, Studio #408
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
Nautical paintings, large and small, depicting scenes from his solo voyage sailing around the world. Offering special discounts on many works.
Event: 4th Annual “Printing Money” Fundraiser: Letterpress Print-Your-Own Proverb, Studio #310
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
Try your hand at letterpress printing under the friendly guidance of artist and educator Emily Larned, and take home the Olde American Proverb poster you just printed! $5 suggested donation. All proceeds donated to the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence.
Event: 5th Annual TAG SALE, Studio #310
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
From Emily Larned & special guest Preservation Sound: loads of vintage and used clothes and tons of records, stereo equipment, and audio gear. Piles of presents for you and your weirdo friends. YES you can try things on in a private dressing room & please do plug that guitar into that amp. Enjoy!
Event: Ulla Surland, Studio #307
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
Pop-up boutique featuring art, vintage belts, scarves, fabrics, pillows, and other interesting paraphernalia. Ulla’s interior design projects on view. Tiny lemon cupcakes and coffee all day long.
Event: Video Screening, Historical marble stairwell 2nd floor
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
Crystal Heiden (studio #204) has, for the 5th year, curated a selection of single channel videos from local, national and international artists. The screening will be projected hourly beginning at 10am with the last full cycle beginning at 4pm.
Event: WPKN 50 Year Archive Record Sale
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
The record archive of WPKN will be onsite at AmFab and WPKN programmers will be spinning an eclectic mix of music on-site.
Event: Thanksgiving Stuff-A-Truck with Food and Coats!
Saturday, November 9; 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, November 10; 10 am to 5 pm
The Bridgeport Rescue Mission will bless more than 4,000 needy families with turkey and all the fixings, plus a winter coat for every member of the family who needs one! Help us to help them by bringing donations to our Open Studio event. Their warehouse is in our complex and AFA is a drop-off point. They are asking for the following contributions:
- 12–15 lb. frozen turkeys
- Canned green beans, corn, peas, and sweet potatoes
- Canned cranberry sauce
- Stuffing mix
- Canned gravy
- 1 lb. cans of coffee
- Powdered fruit drink mixes
Bins for Donations will be placed at both entrances.
