The goal of the Simsbury Public Library is to stimulate the appreciation and knowledge of art in Simsbury and the Farmington Valley. Priority will be given to local and Connecticut artists.

Artists interested in exhibiting their work should fill out an application, available at the Library, and sign the "Hold Harmless" agreement prior to acceptance and installation of their work.

All art exhibits must be appropriate for family viewing.

The Library's FSPL Program Room, the West Gallery wall and lower level display cases are the locations for art exhibits. All flat works for exhibits in the FSPL Program Room and West Gallery must be suitably framed. Monofilament and hooks are provided for hanging. No tape, tacks, labels or other materials that can damage the walls may be used for any purpose in these exhibits. The title of the artwork and price lists, or background material about the artist, may be left on the FSPL Program Room table.

The display cases are available for three-dimensional works. No free standing or pedestal mounted sculpture or other work will be accepted for exhibit in the FSPL Program Room or West Gallery.

A duration of one month to two months is allowed for an exhibit. The artist is responsible for installing and dismantling the show and providing any printed material to announce, promote or accompany the exhibit. The artist should contact the Arts Coordinator, Barbara Butterworth at 860-404-2314 or 561-202-4702 or email sbutterworth@mac.com; at the Art Coordinator's desk in the Library at 860-658-7663, ext. 2602, or email art@simsburylibrary.info to arrange times for set-up and take-down dates for the show. A date for the reception, if the artist wishes to hold one, should be arranged for at this time.

If the artist wishes to host a reception in conjunction with the exhibit, it must be held during regular Library hours and be open to the public. Rules governing the use of the Program Room and kitchen facilities will apply, and are available upon request. The artist is responsible for any publicity concerning the reception and for set-up and clean-up. No alcoholic beverages may be served.

Questions about exhibit arrangements can be directed to the Arts Coordinator, Barbara Butterworth at 860-404-2314 or 561-202-4702 or email sbutterworth@mac.com; at the Art Coordinator's desk in the Library at 860-658-7663, ext. 2602, or email art@simsburylibrary.info or with the Library Director and their designee.

The Simsbury Public Library will not be held responsible for any loss or damage to artwork displayed.