In Memory of Jean Elizabeth Hosmer (1954-1999)
Upcoming Exhibits 2026 | Exhibit History | Information for Artists | Información para Artistas | Hours | Mailing List
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Everything Old Is Garbage (a never-ending work in progress)
Bobby LaBitch
On View: August 3 – October 31, 2026
Artist Reception: Thursday, August 6, 5-7pm
In this installation, the Arts and Music reading room will be transformed into an interactive, homey space, full of furniture, decor, everyday items, and books! Everything in the room is second-hand, salvaged, thrifted or recycled–and altered by being covered in cozy stuffed animals. This ongoing, ever-growing project brings new life to discarded items, and keeps everyday “stuff” out of the waste stream a little while longer. Gallery goers and library patrons are invited to spend time in the installation, find a cozy chair, read the books, pick up, touch, and interact with the whole exhibit!
There will also be an ongoing “leave some stuffies / take some stuffies” program and we invite young people and their parents to bring in stuffed animals they have outgrown, and maybe find a new animal friend to take home!
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Brian McQuillan, Maryanne Benns, and David Andrews
On view: October 2-30, 2026
Reception: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 5:00-7:30
Get ready for a masquerade! Come in costume or a mask to the closing reception & celebrate Halloween with the artists.
Brian McQuillan
Brian McQuillan’s welded metal art explores the reincarnation of Mundane, everyday metal objects, into Fascinating creatures with re-invented souls. Can an antique typewriter evoke passion? Can rusty farm tools, and abandoned factory parts create delight? YES! Come see for yourself.
Maryanne Benns
Halloween and Masks have a long history together, evolving culturally from ancient rituals to modern day masquerades. Some of my masks are your typical gothic era ghouls and some I have created as mythological “super heroes” with the intent on giving the wearer an added boost to get them through life. These incorporate found objects to act as a talisman.
David Andrews
David Andrews’ hornets nests art pieces are a fusion of nature’s beauty and artistic vision. The intricate patterns and textures of the nests add a unique dimension to each artwork, inviting viewers to appreciate the harmony between nature and art.
David Andrews’ text art pieces are a blend of literary inspiration and artistic expression. Each piece tells a unique story through carefully selected words, creating a visual narrative that resonates with viewers.
