Art Shows at the Quarryville Library

The Quarryville Library hosts multiple art shows throughout the year in our C.X. Carlson Cultural Room. We feature local artists of all ages and media types, and many pieces are available for purchase. Stop by and visit the displays, or drop by an art reception and meet the artist!

Interested in joining our art committee? Contact us for more information!

Previous Exhibits:

purple crocus flowers

Spring Preview Art Show

Our first exhibit of 2024 was spring-themed, featuring works from local artists and photographers. An opening reception was held on Saturday, February 24th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

The exhibit was available for viewing during regular library hours through March 30th, 2024.


childrens art show!

Childrens Art Show

Children ages 6-8 and 9-11 were invited to be part of our newest art show. A reception was held on Saturday, July 22, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.

Prizes were awarded for each age group in the following categories:

  • Animals, Pets, Fantasy Creatures
  • Earthscape
  • My Favorite Day

The exhibit was available for viewing during regular library hours through Friday, August 25, 2023.


jar of paintbrushes

Open Painting Show

Amateur and professional painters age 16 and older were invited to enter one or two paintings, with an entry fee of $10 per painting. The opening reception was held on Saturday, May 20, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.

Cash prizes ($100 first place, $50 second place in each category) were awarded in the following categories:

  • Nature (animals, plants, etc.)
  • Earthscape (land, sea, atmosphere, still life, etc.)
  • Humanity (portraits, people)
  • Abstraction

The exhibit was available for viewing during regular library hours through Tuesday, June 20, 2023.


Free Color Palette Palette photo and picture

Octorara Art Association

The reception for this show, which featured multiple artists from the Octorara Art Association, was held on Saturday, November 19th, from 2:00 – 4:00 pm.

The exhibit was available for viewing in the library’s Carlson Room from November 19th through December 17th, 2022.

Click here to view information about older art exhibits.