The Rowley Public Library welcomes exhibits and displays of interest, information, and enlightenment to the community. Examples include art, handiwork, historical material, nature studies, hobbies and collections. Contact us or call 978-948-2850 to schedule an exhibit in the gallery space or lobby display case.
Currently in our Gallery and Display Case
In our Gallery: Artist Gail Byrnes
I grew up in rural Massachusetts and spent much of my childhood roaming and playing in the woods. In 1992 I was introduced to shamanism. What drew me to this path was a realization that we are all connected; people, animals who walk, swim, and fly; plants and trees, earth and sky. Spirit moves freely through us all, unless it is blocked by some force. In 1995 I went back to school to study acupuncture because I was drawn to the power of the healing it can provide as well as understanding the blockages that can occur. Woven throughout my life has been a love of art and the creative process. As a young adult, I started to explore painting, fiber arts, and working with clay. More recently, I worked with photography, collage and mixed media. Then I discovered Spirit Dolls and driftwood sculptures. Using sticks, driftwood, clay, found items from nature, old jewelry, paint and fabric, my creations are born. To me, these are an expression of my soul.
In our Display Case: The Grange Way
The Grange is a fraternal organization, founded in 1867, and our local Rowley Grange was chartered in 1897. The Grange was the first fraternal organization to be founded and chartered that allowed women and youth to be members and granted all the privileges of membership including voting rights and holding office within the organization. The display will present some of the roles that the Grange plays in our community, yesterday, today, and a look at the future, as well as their interests in Community, Agricultural Education, Education, Legislation, and Youth. Come learn some local history and find out what the Grange is all about!
Currently looking for displays for our gallery & display case
We have been proud to show off so many local artists and collectors in the past! If you would be interested in displaying your work in the future, either on our walls or in our display case, please contact us.
We are looking for collectors and enthusiasts who want to share what they love with the community. Are you an artist or photographer? We have wall space and a desire to highlight and support local talent! Do you collect PEZ dispensers, trains, comic books? We have a display case built for that! Are you part of a club, like a knitting group or local bird watchers? Help us educate the community by doing an informational display in our display case. For more information, call Amy at 978-948-2850.