Art Galleries

Apply for a Solo Art Show

We invite artists 18+ to submit a proposal for a potential solo show in our Third Floor Gallery. The library’s Art Gallery Committee will meet in late Spring to select and plan shows for later 2025/ early 2026. Apply by May 31

The Third Floor Gallery is open to the public during regular library hours. The Young Arts Gallery is located on the first floor in the entryway to the Children’s Wing.

exhibit policy | procedures and application form | gallery floor plan

To inquire about exhibit space availability email mplgallerycommittee@gmail.com

Current Exhibits

Two talented area artists will share their watercolor, acrylic and pastel works with our library community. Vicki DiCairano will exhibit some of her favorite animal portraits created throughout her years as VP and Board Member of Putnam Humane Society. Ann Marie Napoli will present “personal reflections” through human portrait paintings that tell a story. May 10-May 30, 2025, Third Floor Gallery

Upcoming Exhibits

Saturday, May 31, 12:00—2:30 PM. Bring your own canvas, paint and supplies for a few hours of painting time and camaraderie with other artists outside on our lakeside balcony. The view of Lake Mahopac is truly spectacular from our third-floor vantage point. In the event of rain, we will paint indoors off the balcony in the Community Room. Space is limited so please register only if you’re sure you can make it! Register here.

June 3 – June 27. Four artists from the Westchester Watercolor Collective will display 30+ paintings throughout June. Artists include Amy Galinko, Carol Rapport-Sommer, Trude Ritz and Teri Siegel. The watercolor paintings feature a variety of styles from loose and abstract to realistic and bold. Third Floor Gallery. 

June 14, 1:00 to 2:30 pm. Artists Reception and Sale, Westchester Watercolor Collective. Meet the four participating artists with the opportunity to purchase their original watercolor art and matted fine art prints (unframed), greeting cards, ceramic mugs and bookmarks. Come browse and pick up a beautiful watercolor, affordably priced for yourself and perfect for gift giving. Third Floor Gallery. Open to the public, no registration required. 

Previous Exhibits

View more previous shows here.