Art Exhibits
Memorial Hall Library features two
locations for rotating art exhibits to
enhance the experience of our patrons
when they use the library. In addition,
the art exhibits provide local artists
an opportunity to connect with the
community.
Exhibit areas:
The first area is a hanging rod system
on the library's first floor near the
Customer Service Desk. This display area
highlights a local artist or a group of
artists each month. Items for this
display area must be framed or properly wired for hanging.
This art display area features three
sections — over the travel books, over the
display racks, and alongside the
Customer Service Desk. Display pieces
may range in size or be uniform, but we
typically hang 1-3 pieces per rod over
8-10 rods. Larger, wider pieces may need
two rods for stability, thus reducing
the number of pieces available for the
exhibit.
hanging display on first floor
same area from a slightly different angle
The second area consists of two glass
cabinets located on Level 2. This display area is
perfect for smaller art pieces,
sculptures, and collectibles. The cabinets' dimensions are
approximately 5′ H x 4′ W x 1′ D with 2-3 shelves each.
Items in these display cases may remain on
exhibit for one month or longer
depending on the current display
schedule.
To apply for an exhibit:
To be considered for one of the art
display areas, complete the library's
request for consideration
form (below). Accepted artists
will work with the Community Services
Librarian to schedule a month or time
for the exhibit and to arrange for
delivery and pickup of the pieces. Upon
delivery of the collection, each artist
must complete and return Memorial Hall
Library's
Display Agreement and Release (pdf
6.4k).
Artists who have a monthly exhibit will
be included as the "Artist of the month"
on the library's web site and email
newsletter. Artists are welcome to
include a brief biographical statement,
personal photograph, business cards, and
brochures. A price list can be kept at
the Customer Service Desk if desired. If
patrons are interested in purchasing a
piece of artwork, they will be referred
to the artist to handle the sale. If a
piece is sold during the exhibit, we ask
that it remain for the duration of the
exhibit or that another piece be
substituted to keep the exhibit
complete.
For additional information, contact
Stephanie St. Laurence, Community Services
Librarian at
sstlaurence@mhl.org or 978-623-8401,
ext. 38.
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