ART GALLERIES

If you would like your art to be considered for exhibition, please read the following information.

ARTIST APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED FOR 2025

Applications for 2026 will open on September 15, 2025.

GUIDELINES
Monthly art exhibits are featured at Eloise May, Koelbel and Smoky Hill libraries. The exhibits introduce the community to new art forms and creative ideas, while providing exhibition opportunities to local artists. A volunteer art selection committee selects exhibits based on artistic quality, variety of exhibits and the suitability of format for each library’s exhibit space. 2D art is only being accepted at this time. Artists will be notified of exhibit acceptance or rejection within four weeks after the submission deadline. Exhibit dates will be determined by the artist and the library after acceptance. Must be 18 or older to apply. All skill levels welcome. If you would like your art to be considered for exhibition, please read the following information.

WHEN AN APPLICATION IS ACCEPTED:

• The artist will install the exhibit with assistance from a staff member, including a label for each piece of artwork listing title, medium, date and price if applicable.
• The library will include exhibit information on its website during the month of the exhibit.
• The artist will provide the library with high-resolution digital images for website promotion.
• Artwork must be wired and ready for hanging.
• Arapahoe Libraries assumes no responsibility for damage, destruction or loss to the exhibit or exhibited materials while on display or during storage or moving on library property.
• The artist will provide the library with an artist’s statement and an inventory list of titles and prices if applicable.
• The artist is encouraged to donate 20 percent of the sale price of any artwork sold while on exhibit at the library to The Friends of Arapahoe Libraries.
• The library will provide an exhibition agreement to be signed by the artist and a library representative.
• All artwork will remain on display for the duration of the exhibit.
• Arapahoe Libraries reserves the right to establish and enforce policies and guidelines regarding quality of the material, time, place, manner of display and suitability for viewing by patrons of all ages.

UNINSTALLING ARTWORK
On the last day of the exhibit, the artist is responsible for removing all art from the library before closing.

QUESTIONS?
For more information, please contact the Coordinator of Volunteer Services and Art Galleries Nicole Dumville with the form below or call 303-542-7279.