Art is for Everyone!
Hillsboro Arts League (HAL) is a grassroots, volunteer-run organization which was formed in 2022. We opened the doors of our gallery, classroom and film darkroom in January 2023.
HAL was designated a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in September 2023.
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HAL has lots of ideas for the future! Public art, art classes for all ages, events, and more.
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Be part of the art! Attend a class or event, become a member, or support us through your donations.
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Members meet the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm at our Gallery/Classroom/Darkroom, 54-A West Elm Street.
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New Mural Opportunity
We are excited about another mural opportunity!
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The company https://usa.muralmosaic.com/ puts together kits that allow the community to participate in the creation of a mural.
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The newest opportunity will honor our country's 250th birthday! But to participate in this project, we have to be able to purchase the kit soon. The Patriot’s Flag design (with the Eagle) comes in a 7x12 version for 200 participants, the cost is $4997. (https://usa.muralmosaic.com/product/america-250-patriots-flag-mural-mosaic-kit/) We do not have a space selected yet. But here's the thing: if we can raise $5000 by the end of the year (a tall order!), we can make this happen before July 4, 2026!
You can donate online at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/a2e700aa-620b-4f4a-8ff4-668e53573da1 (our fundraising platform doesn't charge our nonprofit!). Imagine: if 100 people gave $50 each, we'd cover the entire cost of the mural!
If you have further questions, or have an idea to share, please contact us!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Member Meeting Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7 pm
CLASSES
Please contact the instructor to register for any class.
Introduction to Black & White Film Photography
Douglass will meet with you on your schedule!
Limited to 2 students at one time.
New Reduced Cost! $75 per person
Contact Douglass Carr Cunningham, 843.442.7424
Our Story
Hillsboro Arts League (HAL) is a grassroots, volunteer-run organization.
Formed in 2022, we opened the doors of our gallery, classroom and film darkroom
in January 2023. HAL was designated a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in September 2023.
​
HAL has lots of ideas for the future! Public art, art classes for all ages, events, and more.
​
Be part of the art! Attend a class or event, become a member, or support us through your donations.
Members meet the third Thursday of each month at 7pm at the gallery.
Hillsboro Arts League serves as the catalyst for creativity by providing a safe space to create and connect with local artists, uplifting educational opportunities, and collaborating with the community to enrich the culture through exhibitions and events.
Our Mission
Our Purpose
Hillsboro Arts League exists to cultivate community collaboration, connect to our cultural identity, and foster an environment of creativity by making the arts accessible, visible, and valued assets for all.
We envision a Hillsboro where the arts are not just accessible but an integral part of daily life—where artists are supported, creativity is celebrated, art is integrated throughout the community, the city is recognized as an immersive artistic experience, and sought out as a regional arts destination.
Our Vision
Classes
Please contact the instructor to register for any class.
Introduction to Black & White Film Photography
Douglass will meet with you on your schedule!
​
Limited to 2 students at one time.
​
New Reduced Cost! $75 per person
​
Contact Douglass Carr Cunningham,
843.442.7424
New Mural Opportunity!
The company https://usa.muralmosaic.com/ puts together kits that allow the community to participate in the creation of a mural.​
​
The newest opportunity will honor our country's 250th birthday! But to participate in this project, we have to be able to purchase the kit soon. The Patriot’s Flag design (with the Eagle) comes in a 7x12 version for 200 participants, the cost is $4997. (https://usa.muralmosaic.com/product/america-250-patriots-flag-mural-mosaic-kit/) We do not have a space selected yet. But here's the thing: if we can raise $5000 by the end of the year (a tall order!), we can make this happen before July 4, 2026!
You can donate online at
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/a2e700aa-620b-4f4a-8ff4-668e53573da1
(our fundraising platform doesn't charge our nonprofit!). Imagine: if 100 people gave $50 each, we'd cover the entire cost of the mural!
If you have further questions, or have an idea to share, please contact us!
2025 Recap
This is just some of what the Hillsboro Art League accomplished in 2025
8+ classes were offered at HAL including film photography and dark room development, painting, and others.
HAL participated in the Starlight Bar Night by offering Starlight street portraits, rock painting, and raffle for original artwork.
We held, our fourth annual Sidewalk Sale at the Scout Hut on Corsicana Highway, raising almost $1,000 each year. Surplus items were donated to Paw Pals for their fundraiser
HAL held a Black Friday and Small Business Monday art sale which included huge discounts on original art by local artists and art gift basket bundles created by HAL members
Secured a grant to fund and begun building a free little art library.
HAL held the April Flowers Kids Art Show and Sale for School-age children in the Hillsboro area.
HAL held Bond's Alley Art Festival for the third year, with a concerts through out the weekend, kids' art activities and hands-on workshops for all ages, special pop-up exhibits, interactive community art projects and open studios hosted by Hillsboro artists
HAL participated in Autumnfest offering paint your own trick or treat tote and rock painting
​Completed the "Hillsboro has heART" mural
Our Donors
Our gallery, generously supported by F&C Eaton Enterprises, LLC, local artists in varied media display their works
F&C Eaton Enterprises, LLC
Jonathan Seale, MD and Family
Tuckers Lumber
Hill Regional Hospital
Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce
Hill College
Julie Siddons Realtors
Will & Betty Lowrance
Jay and Nancy Jolly
Citizens National Bank
Divine Home Care Services
City of Hillsboro
NuZone Properties
Business Supply Center
The Reporter/KHBR Radio
Lone Star Plumbing
Fleming ACE Hardware
Lowe's Waxahachie
Hillsboro Retailers
Board and Members of Hillsboro Arts League
