Two Villages Art Society (TVAS) in Contoocook, New Hampshire, announces its 2026 Summer Members Show & Sale, opening June 13 with a reception from 12-2 p.m. and running through July 11. More than 40 local artists from towns including Amherst, Concord, and Hopkinton will exhibit works in acrylic, oil, watercolor, ceramics, fiber, pyrography, wood, and mixed media. The juried show will present "Best in Show" and "Artist Merit" awards during the opening reception, and admission is free.
This annual showcase matters because it provides a platform for both established and emerging New Hampshire artists to share their work with the community, reinforcing the role of local art societies in fostering cultural engagement outside major metropolitan centers. The event highlights the vitality of grassroots arts organizations and their ability to connect artists with broader audiences through accessible, free exhibitions.