Portage District Library Art Exhibits

The library hosts exhibits by local artists of all ages. Community Art Wall I is located on the east wall of the Atrium. Community Art Wall II includes the entrance ramp and stairwell/entry into the Youth Department.

Art Exhibits

An Artist and His/Her Roots
An exhibit of Latino American artists Erick Pichardo, Manuel Amaya, Roberto Flachier, Ana Light, Ricardo Zuniga and Sonia de la Torre.
Cosponsored by the Association of Latino Professionals
September 28-October 30

Meet the Artist Reception
With music by guitarist David Martin
Sunday, October 11 2:00-3:00 pm

The Rhythms, Poetry and Soul of Caribbean Art
A presentation by Caribbean artist and poet Erick Pichardo
Sunday, October 11 3:00-4:00 pm

Convergence: A Kaleidoscope of Form, Medium and Concept
An exhibit of area artists including painters, sculptors, photographers, printmakers, fabric artists and
November 2 – December 10

Meet the Artist Reception
With music by pianist Doug Chamberlin
Sunday, November 15 2:00-3:00 pm

Convergence: A Symphony for the Senses: A Poetry Reading in Fifteen Languages
Sunday, November 15 3:00-4:00 pm

Another Turn of the Wheel
A library-wide exhibit of prints by Southwest Area Michigan Printmakers (SWAMP)
including woodcuts, etchings, silk screens, and lithos.
December 13, 2009 – January 15, 2010

Meet the Artist Reception
With music by Ginny Parnaby & Jennie Miller playing
hammered dulcimer & recorders
Sunday, December 13, 2:00-4:00 pm

Gallery Talk: Art of the Printmaker
Wednesday, December 30, 6:30-8:00 pm