Old Bakery & Emporium

10/09/2026

Art Spotlight: "Alpine Forget Me Nots" by Annette Kennedy

"Created from an original photograph, this quilt celebrates the tiny alpine forget-me-nots that thrive above the Rocky Mountain tree line. The composition enlarges these dime-sized flowers to highlight their deep, glowing centers against a dense network of succulent-like plants. I paired multiple valued fabrics with textile paint to meticulously render the crisp shadows and floral details that bring the vegetation to life."

See more of Annette's stunning pictorial quilts in our current exhibition "Wild and Woven" on display in our Fine Art Gallery through October 25th. Gallery hours and location >> https://www.austintexas.gov/OBE

10/07/2026

The Old Bakery & Emporium has new hours!

Wednesday - Friday: Noon - 6 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.

For more information, head to https://www.austintexas.gov/OBE

10/02/2026

Every October, Austin joins communities across the country in celebrating Arts & Humanities Month to recognize the artists, musicians, cultural workers, organizations, places, and traditions that shape our city.

For 2026, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (ACME) invites you to experience Austin’s creativity all month long. Visit an exhibition. Hear live music. Explore a cultural center. Discover public art. Attend a festival. Meet local artists. And learn more about how Austin is investing in the future of its creative community.

Explore the full calendar and everything happening this month here: https://www.austintexas.gov/arts-culture/austin-arts-and-humanities-month

We look forward to celebrating with you, Austin.

09/30/2026

Art Spotlight: "Ghost Patrol of the Harlem Hellfighters" by Glenn Towery

Join us on Saturday, November 7th from 1 - 4 pm at the Old Bakery and Emporium for the opening reception of the Glenn Towery Retrospective.

Glenn Towery is a decorated Vietnam combat veteran of the United States Navy and an award-winning screenwriter, artist, filmmaker, actor, composer, and editor. He is the founder of the Veterans Su***de Prevention Channel and is the creator of Austin Veteran Arts Festival (AVAFEST).

Learn more and RSVP for FREE >> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/glenn-towery-retrospective-tickets-2001247647586?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

09/25/2026

Art Spotlight: "Evening Walk" by Annette Kennedy

"Evening Walk came entirely from my imagination rather than a photograph. I began the process by painting a vibrant sunset sky directly onto white fabric with textile paints, then built the colorful desert landscape on top with layered fabrics to form the hills and cacti. I integrated the pair of quail in the foreground to give the scene a softer feel and a touch of narrative interest—inviting viewers to imagine the couple chatting about their day as they take their evening stroll."

See more of Annette's beautiful quilt art in "Wild and Woven," currently on display in our Fine Art Gallery through October 24th. Gallery hours and location >> https://www.austintexas.gov/OBE

09/23/2026

Art Spotlight: "Scribbled Lines" by Sherri Lipman McCauley

"Combining previously painted and dyed fabrics with solid cottons, this piece came together. My painted lines have the essence of a scribbled design, hence the title. In keeping with the image of freeform lines, the quilting lines are reminiscent of a childlike drawing created by scribbling with color. The contrast of the straight lines of solid color complements the free-spirited quilting lines."

Learn more about Sherri's creative quilt process in our upcoming Fabric Painting Workshop on Saturday, October 3rd. Learn more and RSVP for FREE >> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996264116711?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/18/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the loss of one of our talented vendors, Denise Scioli. She volunteered her time to support the Old Bakery & Emporium’s (OBE) community events.

Denise created many imaginative and beautifully crafted items, including purses and bags, placemats, and bowl cozies that she sold at the OBE. Creativity and enjoyment were at the heart of everything she did throughout her life and career.

Denise was an elementary school art teacher and art therapist at Brushy Creek Elementary in Round Rock ISD before transferring to the Austin ISD Alternative Learning Center, where she worked in K–12 special education. She later continued sharing her enthusiasm and creativity in the activities department of an independent living facility.

Beyond her professional life, Denise was a gifted painter, quilter, baker, gardener, potter, and paddler. She approached each of these passions with the same energy and fervor that she brought to all her life interests.

Denise was always energetic, filled with eagerness and a genuine love for life. She steadfastly refused to let age or injury keep her from doing the things that brought her—and those around her—happiness and joy. She touched the lives of so many people through her artistry, kindness, and zest for life. Denise will be deeply missed by everyone who knew and loved her.

Right image: Denise (right) with fellow Old Bakery vendor Joy Emshoff at our annual Midsummer Festival in 2023

09/16/2026

The annual Austin Museum Day is this Sunday, September 20th!

The Old Bakery & Emporium will be open from Noon - 3 p.m, with live art demos on site from 12:30–2:30 pm! Join us and enjoy art, history, culture, and community.

Learn more and RSVP for FREE >> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/austin-museum-day-old-bakery-emporium-tickets-1996258386572?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

09/11/2026

Join us this Saturday, September 12th, for a lecture and live quilt painting demonstration by local artist Annette Kennedy

By the end of the workshop, you will learn how to turn photos into patterns, construct quilts using raw-edge fusing, and use fabric paint to add visual depth and detail!

Learn more and RSVP for FREE >>

Join us at the Old Bakery & Emporium for a lecture and live quilt painting demonstration by Annette Kennedy.

09/09/2026

As part of the Wild and Woven exhibit, local quilt artists Annette Kennedy and Sherri Lipman McCauley will be hosting a series of hands-on workshops and demonstrations about pictorial quilt making throughout the fall at the Old Bakery & Emporium.

Learn more and see our full list of events here >> https://www.eventbrite.com/o/63056828493

Left: "Agave" by Annette Kennedy
Right: "Painted Path" by Sherri Lipman McCauley