The Hearth’s Embrace
The Hearth’s Embrace is a November exhibition presented by the Enamelists Gallery at the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Old Town Alexandria. The show centers on themes of warmth, home, and comfort, using deep amber hues and a gathered, cozy glow to evoke the feeling of autumn settling in. Visitors are invited to step into the gallery and experience the seasonal mood through the artists’ enamel works, which collectively reflect the emotional pull of hearth and home as the year turns toward colder months.
The exhibition runs for the full month of November and is on view in Studio 28, the Enamelists Gallery space within the Torpedo Factory Art Center. The gallery itself maintains its own studio hours, so visitors are encouraged to confirm availability before stopping by, while the broader Torpedo Factory building operates on its regular daily schedule.
When: November 1–30, 2026, during the Torpedo Factory Art Center’s regular open hours.
Venue: Studio 28 – Enamelists Gallery, Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union St., Alexandria, VA 22314.
Gallery Phone: 703-836-1561.
Website: https://www.enamelistsgallery.com
Admission: Price not available.
Description: An Enamelists Gallery exhibition centered on themes of warmth, home, and comfort, featuring deep amber hues and the comforting glow of autumn.
Torpedo Factory Hours: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with occasional 5 p.m. closures for private events; the building is closed on New Year’s Day, Easter, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Studio Hours: Artists maintain their own hours within the Enamelists Gallery, so it is best to confirm availability before visiting.
Health and Safety Note: Masks are optional for visitors, artists, and staff, though some individual studios and galleries may require them.
Location Context: The Torpedo Factory Art Center is located on the waterfront in Old Town Alexandria and can be reached by contacting torpedofactory@alexandriava.gov or by following the center’s directions for visitors.