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Enter the 4th Annual PEEPS Diorama Contest!

by Fran Huot | Mar 10, 2015 | Artists, Call for Entries, Events, Peeps Diorama Contest

Come one, come all!  We want YOU to be part of this fun, springtime competition!  The Library Arts Center is pleased to host this light-hearted, creative contest using the iconic Easter Candies: PEEPS! to Newport and surrounding communities once again in 2015....

Call for Artists/Artisans: Gallery of Gifts 2014

by Fran Huot | Aug 25, 2014 | Artists, Call for Entries, Exhibits, Gallery of Gifts

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: WHAT IS GALLERY OF GIFTS?  The Gallery of Gifts is a favorite annual exhibit at the Library Arts Center in which the gallery is turned into an exhibit of unique, hand-made craft during the holiday season.  The exhibit provides the residents...

Announcing the “Trash to Treasure” Challenge!

by Fran Huot | Jul 1, 2014 | Artists, Call for Entries, Events, Trash to Treasure Challenge

In collaboration with the ReSEEN exhibit, there will be an interesting challenge to artists, community members and children alike to make something out of nothing– a true artistic challenge!  Those who choose to participate will sign up, find a free item,...

Call for Entries: Juried Regional Exhibition

by Fran Huot | Mar 12, 2014 | Artists, Call for Entries, Exhibits, Juried Regional Exhibition

Artists of the region are invited to submit work for the Library Arts Center’s Juried Regional Exhibition.  Click HERE to link to the instructions and form for Online Submission. Exhibit Dates:  May 17 – June 13, 2014 with an opening reception Fri. May 16,...

Deadline Extended for Duct Tape Challenge

by Fran Huot | Jul 23, 2013 | Artists, Call for Entries, Duct Tape Challenge, Events, Exhibits

The deadline for the 2013 Duct Tape Challenge has been extended to Thursday, August 1st @4:00pm.  If you are dropping off any time the week of July 29th, please schedule an appointment to bring your entry by the LAC, as the gallery will be closed for exhibit...

Peeps Diorama Contest 2013

by Fran Huot | Jan 25, 2013 | Artists, Call for Entries, Events, Peeps Diorama Contest

The Library Arts Center’s first annual Peeps Diorama Contest  in 2012 was a smashing success!  72 dioramas were entered into the contest, and this year’s event promises even more! See this clip from WMUR for a glimpse of some of last year’s...
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What a wonderful evening of creativity in the stud What a wonderful evening of creativity in the studio! 🎃 Participants learned the art of needle felting with artisan Jennifer Boyd, creating their own beautifully crafted miniature felted pumpkins as part of our Art Camp for Grown-Ups series.⁠
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We loved seeing each unique piece take shape as participants explored this traditional fiber art technique and enjoyed an evening of making together. 🍂
Farmers’ Market Drop-in Art Project TODAY!⁠ This W Farmers’ Market Drop-in Art Project TODAY!⁠
This Week’s Project:  Pine Cone Spinners⁠
Today, Friday, September 18th - Drop in between 3:00-6:00pm⁠
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Newport Farmers’ Market - Newport Town Common⁠
FREE, and all are welcome! All ages are welcome to participate.⁠
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As we transition from Summer to Fall, enjoy this fun, nature-centric craft at our final Farmers' Market Drop-in of 2026!⁠
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Artist Heidi Lorenz leads these fabulous drop-in art projects designed to engage children and adults alike. The art booth at the market is a free art-making experience to remind us we are all artists, and all should take a little time to make something unexpected, playful, and beautiful.⁠
*Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Have you been in to see the current photography ex Have you been in to see the current photography exhibit?⁠ 📷
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This Land is Your Land:  Photography Exhibit⁠
On Exhibit through October 9th⁠
Library Arts Center Gallery⁠
Gallery Hours: Tues.-Fri. 11am-4pm | Sat. 10am-2pm⁠
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From sweeping landscapes to quiet hometown streets, from everyday moments to the people who shape our communities, This Land Is Your Land celebrates the beauty, diversity, and spirit of our nation through photography, in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.⁠
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Admission to gallery exhibits is always free, and all are welcome.

Works pictured: Peter Sandback
This Saturday! Plein Air Adventure Painting⁠ Tracy This Saturday! Plein Air Adventure Painting⁠
Tracy Memorial Library Gardens | New London, NH⁠
September 19th - 1:00-4:00pm ⁠
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This Saturday, join our group to paint en plein air at a beautiful garden—originally designed by the Olmsted Brothers—tucked behind Tracy Library. Gentle paths, mixed plantings, and architectural details make this a quiet, intimate painting location. ⁠
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The Plein Air/Adventure Painting Art Group is about embracing the great outdoors and indulging in the joy of painting plein air, year round! This drop-in class meets in different inspiring locations throughout the summer to paint, sketch or photograph nature in comradery with other outdoor art enthusiasts. This inclusive and welcoming group is designed to engage artists at all levels & to consider the natural effects of light & its ever changing influences on our landscape. Feel free to bring a full plein air kit or for ease & simplicity bring a simple sketchbook with pencil & pen, or anything you like, whatever works in your favor. This drop-in series is an opportunity to create a fun community of artists, to be inspired, creative, adventurous, & to be amidst nature in all seasons throughout the year! ⁠
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Session Fee: $8/session for LAC members, $12 for non-members⁠
* Entry Fee or Membership Required for this Location.⁠
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Find out more about upcoming plein air painting locations at libraryartscenter.org/plein-air/

Gallery Hours

Gallery Hours:  Tues.-Fri. 11:00am-4:00pm
Sat. 10:00am-2:00pm

Office Hours:  Tues.-Fri. 11:00am-4:00pm, or by appointment.

 

Library Arts Center

Community Arts Center
Gallery & Studio
58 N. Main Street
Newport, NH 03773

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