November First Fridays At The Depot Featuring Bruce Stambaugh!

Oct 22, 2025

Join us for First Fridays Harrisonburg in November at the Depot on November 7th from 5-7 PM! We will be featuring Bruce Stambaugh and his exhibition “Valley Moments”

As always, this event is free and open to everyone, and refreshments will be provided by Gaines Group Architects.
Series Name: Valley Moments
Medium: Photography
Artist Statement: “Photography is about capturing moments in time. There are countless photo-worthy moments to capture in the Shenandoah Valley. A wintry reflection on Silver Lake. A classic steam engine chugging along the tracks. The moment an Old Order Mennonite pony cart passes by at sunset. Catching an airliner and a crescent moon. Those are just a few of the Valley Moments Bruce has captured.”

Artist Bio:  Bruce Stambaugh (He/Him)

Bruce captures his hobbies with his cameras. He enjoys writing, hiking, bird-watching, traveling, and spending time with his family. He and his wife, both Ohio natives, moved to the Harrisonburg area in 2017 to be close to three of their four grandchildren and their parents.

Bruce has been a teacher, an elementary principal, a volunteer firefighter, an EMT, and a township trustee in Ohio. He also wrote a newspaper column and still authors a weather column for Farming Magazine. In his retirement, he enjoys sharing the world through his stories and photography on his blog at www.brucestambaugh.com.

Bruce’s photos range from birds, butterflies, flowers, wildlife, trains, planes, landscapes, sunrises, and sunsets. He photographs whatever he sees in the moment.

*Accessibility Note: This building was previously restored from a fire. The elevator shaft is currently not functioning and there is an absence of ramps in the space. Because the show is on the 2nd floor, this may pose an issue for those who have mobility challenges. We are aware of this need and we apologize greatly if this changes your ability to attend.

This event is free and open to everyoneSnacks and refreshments will be served and we look forward to seeing you there!

Each month we host a new artist in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show anytime and get a tour the Depot!

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