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The RiffRaff Arts Collective is based in a 10,000 square foot, multi-purpose creative zone which features a fine art gallery, artist studios and a live performance venue.  Core artists work within the space and show their work in the storefront gallery. The Room Upstairs, a beautifully restored turn of the century ballroom, plays host to weekly music gatherings and a variety of after-school performing arts programs. The Studios on Two area is home to five newly remodeled studio spaces and a spacious gathering area which hosts artist networking groups and meetings. Located in downtown Princeton, West Virginia, the RiffRaff Arts Collective is breathing life back into a once depressed downtown area. With new businesses sprouting up all over Mercer Street, there is hope for a bright and prosperous renaissance in this small West Virginia town.

What's UP @ the RiffRaff
First Monday of Every Month, 7-11pm
Open Stage Night
music, poetry, dance

Kathleen Coffee All ages and styles are welcome. Poetry, dance, and music of any genre are encouraged. Expect to hear RiffRaff regulars like Option 22, the Captain Lazerblast Band, Briddy Morris, Kathleen Coffee and Cori Edwards. The Room Upstairs turns into a wide open creative space, with markers and crayons for drawing and all kinds of opportunity for artistic and musical conversation and collaboration. Wireless internet is also available. A donation of $3 for non-performers and 2$ for those performing is asked to help defray operating costs. Complimentary coffee, tea and snacks are served. **This is a family event, so please censor your material accordingly.**


Every 4th Wednesday, 6-8pm
ONE DRUM
a social drumming group

One DrumHand drum enthusiasts of all skill levels are invited every fourth Wednesday to join One Drum.
Drums are available for purchase in the RiffRaff Gallery and experienced drummers will be on hand to provide guidance.


This event is FREE.





A Special Thank You to our Sponsors:

The RiffRaff Arts Collective held a Summit for Create WV on Thursday, June 26th.  Nearly 50 creative minds participated in a progressive discussion on West Virginia in the new economy and the rise of the "creative class."

 To read about the Create WV initiative, visit www.createwv.com.



Check Out Live Performance Weekends in The Room Upstairs!

Friday, August 15:

The Shape of Things
a contemporary dance concert




featuring the choreography of Sara Golden, Lori McKinney and Briddy Morris
8pm / FREE

Click Here To View February Show Photos


The third Thursday of every month is Open House at the RiffRaff! Enjoy live music performances, meet and greet with the artists and mingling in the gallery from 6-10pm. The evenings are free of charge and include light edibles.  The next open house is August 21st.




GALLERY HOURS FOR SUMMER:

Friday & Saturday:
noon-5pm, Third Thursdays: 6-10pm and by appointment. (Call 887-1837). The gallery will also be open for special events.

RiffRaff Arts Collective's retail gallery sits on the corner of 9th and Mercer Streets. It houses the works of resident artists and other regional artists.  Currently the gallery features photography, paintings, mixed media works, pottery, blown glass and stained glass. We accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover!


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