The photography gallery in the Anderson Convention & Visitors Bureau's Visitor Center is currently featuring Anderson County & The Upstate. The works of seven professional photographers are on display and showcase the flora, fauna and landscapes of our destination. The Visitor Center is in the Arts Center Warehouse in downtown Anderson. Open Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm, Saturday 10 am - 2 pm. 110 Federal St., Suite 8, Anderson. (877) 282-4650.

Changing art exhibits are featured throughout the academic year. 316 Boulevard, Anderson. (864) 231-2000.

The University's College of Visual and Performing Arts produces a wide range of performances annually in the Rainey. Its home to the Playhouse at Anderson University and the University's Choir, Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony and Chamber Singers. Other community groups also perform at the Rainey.

316 Boulevard, Anderson. (864) 231-2000.

A restaurant that serves art! Paint your own design on pottery created in the store. Then, your masterpiece will be fired in the kiln. Kakilaki delights in hosting motorcoach groups, birthday parties, bridal showers, date nights and engagement parties. Open 11-5 Tuesday-Friday. 211 E. Benson St., Anderson. (864) 222-0095.

Think of it as a "people garden." The flowers of Pixel Point range from organic arts to eclectic music to custom picture framing to perennial and herb gardens to unique design services to a shade dappled alley in which to enjoy your coffee. Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 10-5. 109 Sharpe St., Anderson. (864) 231-0190.

This private, nonprofit, cultural arts organization consists of nine performing groups including a Chorale, Chamber Orchestra, Boychoir, Anderson Symphony Orchestra and Electric City Big Band. It produces three annual concert series, along with other special performances. 907 N. Main St., Anderson. (864) 231-6147.

Located in the Rainey Fine Arts Center, the gallery showcases student and faculty art in changing exhibits throughout the year. Open 9-5 Monday-Friday. 316 Boulevard, Anderson. (864) 231-2000.

The playhouse annually presents a full season of theatrical performances: drama, comedy and musical. 514 N. Murray Ave., Anderson. (864) 224-4248.

Founded in 1931, the theatre produces an annual season of plays.  214 S. Mechanic St., Pendleton.  (864) 646-8100.

The Belton Center for the Arts presents all forms of art including visual, performing, literary and environmental arts. Gallery hours are Wednesday-Friday 10:00 am- 5:30 pm, Saturday 10:00 am- 2:00 pm. 300 City Square, Belton. (864) 338-8556.