Patterson-Appleton Arts Center

The Patterson-Appleton Arts Center is truly the arts engine of Denton. Built in 1929 and located between Denton’s Downtown Square and emerging innovation district, this historic building was originally the city’s steam power plant. Renovated in the 1980s, the Arts Center now offers two large galleries, art studio, dance rehearsal hall and sculpture garden. The centerpiece of the venue is Festival Hall, a 5000 square foot event and exhibition space with soaring ceilings and original industrial hardware.

The Patterson-Appleton Arts Center houses two galleries.

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THROUGH 6MAY 2023

36th Annual Materials Hard + Soft International Contemporary Craft Competition & Exhibition

@ Patterson-Appleton Arts Center

Recognized as one of the premier craft exhibitions in the country, Materials: Hard + Soft International Contemporary Craft Competition and Exhibition, began in 1987 and was originally initiated by area artist Georgia Leach Gough. Now in...

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COMING 6APR 2023

Opening Reception: High School Art Show Opening Reception

@ Patterson-Appleton Arts Center

Opening reception for the 2023 Denton ISD High School Art Exhibition. Celebrate our high school artists' talent, creativity, and skills showcase. Artwork from the four high schools, Guyer, Braswell, Denton, and Ryan, will be presented....

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COMING 7APR 2023

Picnic at the PAAC Music Series featuring Keith Corder

@ Patterson-Appleton Arts Center

Join us for an indoor picnic on the first Friday of each month in our Festival Hall space. We'll provide live music, art, tables, chairs, and an inviting space. You bring the food from home or any of the restaurants around GDAC! April'...

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36th Annual Materials Hard + Soft International Contemporary Craft Competition & Exhibition

Opening Reception: High School Art Show Opening Reception

Picnic at the PAAC Music Series featuring Keith Corder

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