Umbrellas! For rain and sun and just plain fun, they have been part of daily lives throughout the centuries and around the world. Whether for protection from the elements, to make a fashion statement, or to top-off a cocktail, the umbrella has served us well. Throughout February, the artists of Brush Strokes Gallery are paying tribute to this handy device in their all-member show "Umbrellas!"--each depicting a unique way they have been used. Join us on Friday, February 2, to meet and speak with our artists at the “Umbrellas!” opening reception from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Brush Strokes Gallery, located at 824 Caroline Street in downtown Fredericksburg, is open daily from 11 AM to 5 PM. The “Umbrellas!” exhibit will be featured from January 29 through February 25.