Gallery at WREN 2019 Season

2019 marks the 25th anniversary of WREN. A nationally recognized nonprofit in Bethlehem, WREN provides education, resources, and opportunity for rural small businesses. They also enhance the vibrancy and economic vitality of the North Country. To celebrate this milestone anniversary, the 2019 Season at the Gallery will feature exhibits that pair “legacy” and “emerging” artists. “Legacy” artists are those who have featured prominently in WREN’s history. “Emerging” those up-and-coming members whose artistic vision represents the next generation of rural artists.

Fine artists and artisans are encouraged to apply for a month-long show in the 2019 Season. The show will be held in the premier fine arts gallery in the North Country of New Hampshire. The Gallery serves as a programmatic extension of WREN. The gallery supports the organization’s mission to improve lives and livelihoods through economic, educational, personal, and community development. More than just a place for accomplished artists to exhibit their art, the gallery works with each artist to provide the necessary business tools needed for growth.

Applications for the 2019 Season can be found online at www.wrenworks.org/gallery and are due on October 15. There is no application fee. Notifications to individuals are made in mid November. To learn more about the Season and to apply, please visit the website for the online application form or email gallery@wrenworks.org.

In addition to the monthly juried exhibits, the 2019 Season will continue to feature the gallery’s popular open-call member shows. They take place in April and December. They also provide additional opportunities to celebrate the remarkable diversity and talent in our midst.

The Gallery at WREN sets the standard for fine art galleries in the North Country. Originally established in 2001, the Gallery serves as a cultural outlet for the creative expression of a community. The public can gather to enjoy, learn about and appreciate art. Open year-round, the Gallery presents a new show each month. They feature local and regional artists who have been carefully selected by a juried committee. They also offer two popular open-call group shows for WREN members. The Gallery was a catalyst for Bethlehem, NH’s First Friday events on Main Street. In addition to monthly Meet the Artist receptions during First Friday, the Gallery hosts a variety of events throughout the year including artist talks, demonstrations, slideshows, and workshops, all aimed at directly engaging people with art and art-making.

WREN is a nationally recognized not-for-profit organization. They provide supports strategies for entrepreneurial businesses and access to markets. In addition, they assist with Main Street revitalization projects and rural economic development. WREN inspires possibilities, creates opportunities, and builds connections. It is dedicated to bringing rural people together to realize better lives and livelihoods. They provide resources, education, and opportunity for a variety of individuals and companies. For further information, visit www.wrenworks.org.