Name: Origins: The Formation of the Dayton Society of Artists
Start: 2026-03-10T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-10T20:00:00-04:00
Location: 48 High St, Dayton, OH, United States, Ohio 45403

🎨 Origins: The Formation of the Dayton Society of Artists
Join us for a special art history talk exploring how the Dayton Society of Artists began.
Founded in 1938, the Dayton Society of Artists was created by local artists who believed in the power of community, exhibition opportunity, and artist-led advocacy. This presentation will focus on the cultural climate of Dayton in the late 1930s, the founding members who helped shape the organization, and the early years that established the foundation for one of the region’s longest-running artist-led arts organizations.
Led by DSA Historian Kathleen Caffrey, this talk will draw from archival materials and historical research to examine the people, purpose, and vision that led to the formation of the DSA — and the early leadership that helped shape its lasting impact in the Dayton arts community.
📅 Tuesday, March 10, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Dayton Society of Artists