The Library will close at 12:00pm on Tues. Dec. 24 and remain closed on Thu. Dec. 25.

Art in the Library

Permanent Collection

The Library has been the recipient of many generous gifts of art. Several are on permanent display in the building, including murals, ceremonial silver, stained glass windows, and paintings. View our Art in the Library (PDF) brochure for full details on the artwork.

Monthly Artists

Are you interested in exhibiting at the Library in 2024? Application materials must be received by Thursday, February 29th. Learn more about the approval process here.

The Library encourages exhibitions and displays of paintings, photographs, sculpture and other artworks and crafts for civic, cultural, educational and recreational purposes. Exhibit and display space is made available on an equitable basis to qualified individuals or groups with respect to artworks that best meet the standards for acceptance.

Current Exhibit

Wall Space

Submissions for hanging art are accepted approximately once a year and must include:

  • the application form,
  • one representative piece of your work, and
  • 5 to 6 additional photos of your work that are 5″x 7″ or smaller.

Download and complete the application (PDF) to get started. All applicants will be contacted about next steps.


Glass Display Case

Our display case is available for individuals or groups who have collections, artifacts, or other materials that they want to share with the community. It is booked on a monthly basis. For more information, please contact Nicole Langley at 781-721-7171 x310 or by email at [email protected].