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article local schedule May 17, 2026 visibility 7 link 10 artists, 3 galleries

Looking for art, culture? See the latest Central Illinois exhibits

A roundup article highlights current and upcoming art and cultural exhibitions across Central Illinois, featuring venues such as the McLean County Museum of History, Krannert Art Museum, Prairie Aviation Museum, Peoria Riverfront Museum, Eaton Studio Gallery, Illinois Art Station, Illinois State Museum, McLean County Arts Center, Main Gallery 404, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, Dickson Mounds Museum, and David Davis Mansion State Historic Site. Specific shows mentioned include "Material Memory" fiber arts show at Brandt Gallery, "Goya's Ghosts" at Armstrong Gallery, "Arts Alive!" auction at Dolan Gallery, "Lincoln: Sight, Sound & Touch" at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, "Ken Kashian Botanical Photography Exhibit" at IAA Credit Union, and "Kelly Pile Pyrography Pop-up Sale" at Main Gallery 404.

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article local schedule Apr 10, 2026 visibility 18 link 2 artists

Ward Nichols Opening at Wilkes Art Gallery is April 17

The Wilkes Art Gallery in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, is hosting a career-spanning exhibition titled “From Reality to Realism, A Lifetime Perspective,” featuring the works of veteran artist Ward Nichols. The opening reception on April 17 will include a jazz performance and an indoor/outdoor celebration that involves the closure of Ward Nichols Way, a street recently renamed in the artist's honor.

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article local schedule Jul 7, 2025 visibility 11 link 1 artist

Museum of Art plans grand finale for popular exhibition

The Museum of Art is planning a grand finale event for its popular current exhibition, as reported by the Springfield News-Sun. The museum aims to celebrate the exhibition's success with a special closing program that will attract visitors and highlight key works on display.

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article local schedule May 6, 2026 visibility 16 link 4 artists

"For me, art is less about the finished piece and more about the journey"

Rotherham-born, Sheffield-based textile artist Jodie Cooper, who specializes in free-motion embroidery, discusses her journey from completing a degree in Fine and Applied Arts at University Centre Rotherham to becoming a full-time artist. She was commissioned by ArtWorks Together International and East Midlands Railway to create a tactile tapestry installation at Sheffield Train Station, running until 15 June, which explores themes of travel anxiety, neurodiversity, and accessibility. Cooper also shares her work through ArtWorks Together International Festival at Millennium Gallery and local art markets.

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article local schedule Mar 26, 2026 visibility 12 link 1 artist

Mansfield Museum and Art Gallery launches Open Art Exhibition celebrating local creativity

Mansfield Museum and Art Gallery has launched its Open Art 2026 exhibition, a showcase featuring the work of 27 local and regional artists. Selected by a community panel from over 50 submissions, the exhibition includes a diverse range of mediums such as painting, sculpture, photography, and textiles. The show features both established professionals and first-time exhibitors, including mixed media artist Abbi Olla and self-taught photographer Caitlin Bower.

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Open Art Exhibition launching to celebrate local creativity – Mansfield Museum

Mansfield Museum is launching an Open Art Exhibition to showcase and celebrate the creativity of local artists within the community. The exhibition is organized by Mansfield District Council and will be hosted at the museum.

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article local schedule Apr 24, 2026 visibility 12

Mansfield Museum launches open art exhibition celebrating local creativity

Mansfield Museum has launched an open art exhibition that celebrates local creativity, inviting community members to participate and showcase their artistic works. The exhibition aims to highlight the diverse talents within the Mansfield area, providing a platform for both amateur and professional artists to display their pieces in a museum setting.

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