The Montgomery Art Association (MAA) celebrates more than 200 local artists by producing one of the region’s longest-running and largest art shows. The annual three-day Paint the Town Labor Day Show will take place at the Kensington Historic Armory, 3710 Mitchell St., Kensington, MD, September 2-4. The event is free and open to the public.

The judged art show features hundreds of pieces of artwork by member artists from the DC area. All works are for sale; included are original paintings, sculpture, and photography as well as prints and notecards in the exhibition floor’s marketplace. In addition to the main show, MAA will host its annual plein air competition. MAA members, plus adults and children from the community, have up to eight hours to complete a work within the boundaries of Kensington, with prizes awarded during a reception. The competition is free for children and adult members and $10 for non-members. Local artists will also offer live demonstrations.