The Cumberland Valley Artists Exhibition at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts has concluded after an extended run from November 8, 2025 to April 26, 2026. The exhibition invited artists to respond to four themes tied to America's semiquincentennial: Unfinished Revolutions, Power of Place, Tell Everyone's Story, and American Experiment. Eighty-five artists submitted 198 works, with 62 selected for display. Over 13,500 visitors attended, and more than 3,000 participated in the popular vote. The first-place winner was James Roberts for his work "Fabric," a mixed-media piece critiquing gun violence.
The exhibition's strong community engagement—reflected in high attendance and record voter participation—demonstrates the vital role regional museums play in fostering dialogue around complex national themes. By centering local artists and inviting public voice through the popular vote, the museum strengthened its mission as a community anchor. The success also sets the stage for the upcoming Cumberland Valley Photographers Exhibition in June 2026.