Take a look at the myriad exhibits happening at the Library Arts Center this year! Exhibit dates and times are subject to scheduling changes so please call Doris Nelson, the Library Arts Center's director, at 603.863.3040 if you have any questions. <

A Lifetime Passion: Art 1932 - 2008
E. Thor Carlson Retrospective

Dates: May 23 - June 18 2008
Opening Reception: May 23, 2008 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Both galleries will feature paintings and drawings by E. Thor Carlson including his "Dante's Inferno" series.

In addition to regular gallery hours, the LAC will be open for Special Sunday Hours: 1:00pm - 4:00pm. Mr. Carlson will be present at the gallery on these Sundays to discuss his work. For more information please call Doris at 603.863.3040.


A Call for Entries: 2008 Juried Regional

Entry Drop-Off Dates: TBA

For more information please call Doris at 603.863.3040.


2008 Juried Regional

Dates: June 27 - July 26, 2008
Opening Reception: June 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Works of art by over 60 area artists. For more information please call Doris at 603.863.3040.


Call for Entries: Hooked by Inspiration

Dates: August 1 - September 13, 2008
Exhibition Opening: Friday, August 1; 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Eligibility:
Newport Library Arts Center invites submissions of hooked rugs of original design created in the past three years. Participants must be residents of either Vermont or New Hampshire.

Submissions to include either of the following:

  • Slides of works clearly labeled with number of entry, name, title, dimensions and date or
  • CD clearly labeled with name, title/s, dimensions and date.
  • Actual photos with name, title/s, dimensions and date.
  • Accepted works need to have a sleeve and dowel attached for hanging. Entry Fee: $10 for 1 or 2 works, $15 for three submissions - checks made out to "The Library Arts Center".

    Calendar of Important Dates:

    Deadline for receipt of entry forms and slide:
    May 5, 2008

    Notification of accepted entries:
    May 30, 2008

    Delivery dates:
    Saturday, July 19; 11:00am - 4:00pm
    Tuesday, July 22; 11:00am - 4:00pm

    Exhibition opening:
    Friday, August 1; 11:00am - 4:00pm

    Exhibition closing:
    September 13, 2008

    Pick up:
    Week of September 16 - 20, daily 11:00am - 4:00pm

    Click here for Entry Form
    For more information about the exhibit, please call 603.863.3040.


    Hooked by Inspiration

    Dates: August 1 - September 13, 2008
    Exhibition Opening: Friday, August 1; 5:00pm - 7:00pm

    A juried hooked rug show, curated by Gail Smuda, with master craftswoman, Ann Winterling advising. This show will coincide with the League of NH Craftsmen's Mt. Sunapee Craft Fair. Exhibit Sponsor: Dorr Fabrics. For more information please call Doris at 603.863.3040.


    NH Pastel Society
    Juried New England Exhibit

    Dates: September 19 - October 18, 2008
    Pastel workshop: September 20th and 21st
    Opening Reception: September 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

    For more information please call Doris at 603.863.3040.