THE VAULT ART GALLERY

We're the small-town gallery with the big-city feel

Unique. Dazzling. Impressive. Those are the words visitors often use to describe The Vault Art Gallery in downtown Tuscola, Illinois. The Vault is unique in that it is an artist-owned cooperative with more than 50-artist owners, all of whom live in Central Illinois. We even offer shares to the public as a way of showing their support of the arts. We are the small-town gallery with the big-city feel.

Art is for everyone

The Vault Art Gallery is located in historic downtown Tuscola, Illinois, and gets its name from the massive bank vault located behind the front counter. We feature local artists who have their work for sale in a variety of mediums, from paintings to sculpture to photography to jewelry to ceramics to fiber art and much more. We also have vintage and antiques. Our philosophy is that art should be for everyone and we strive to feature artwork in an affordable price range. We also believe that art will make you happy. So, visit us and get ready to smile.

Buying Art Supports Artists

When you buy locally made artwork, not only are you getting a unique, handcrafted item, but you are helping to support the creative dreams and endeavors of the artist, as well as perpetuating the "created and made in America" conviction.

Upcoming Events

• The "All About Lavender Class" with Sara Holmes is from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 11, and students will learn about a variety of uses of lavender essential oil, including making a lavender linen mist, a lavender pillow sachet and lavender culinary sugar. Lavender drinks and snacks will be served. Cost is $40 per person. NOTE: This class is already at capacity, but Sara has interesting classes every month, so keep watching this page or our Facebook page.
• "Bluegrass Jam at the Vault," 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26. All pickers and fans of acoustic music are welcome. The event is free and open to the public. Our monthly bluegrass jams have become quite popular, so plan to get your seat early!
• We will also have a special wine and cheese tasting from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, with a variety of red wines and cheeses available. Donations accepted in our tip jar.
• And top off the activity on Saturday, Jan. 26, we will host a special "Singer-Songwriter Open Mic Night" from 6 to 8 p.m in our upstairs stage space. There will be a $5 cover charge.

Come see what we've made just for you.