Visual Arts
The arts have always been important at Fernwood. Founder Kay Boydston was a weaver, dyer, silversmith, miniaturist, needle worker, and print maker. That tradition continues in periodic exhibits of work from Fernwood’s early days and in monthly classes offered by the Niles Handweavers Guild.
The Clark Art Gallery displays art on nature and garden themes. Exhibitions run for 10 weeks at a time. The work of local sculptors is occasionally showcased in the gardens.
Even the landscapes at Fernwood are works of art, being carefully designed to complement the natural areas nearby.
Exhibits at Fernwood's Clark Lecture Hall and Art Gallery change every few months and feature various mediums. The Clark Gallery was generously funded by Clark Equipment Company, and later enhancements were made possible by a gift from Leo J. McKernan.
On occasion, the Gallery is used for private events. Please call ahead to ensure that your next visit includes viewing the beautiful artwork on display.
No admission required to view the exhibits and/or to attend an artist reception/talk.
Clark Lecture Hall and Art Gallery
EXHIBITIONS
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Ad Infinitum - A solo show by Karen Bondarchuk
Karen Bondarchuk is a Canadian-born visual artist whose work spans a diverse range of materials and processes. Her current focus centers on crows and ravens, exploring the intricate and interconnected relationship between humans and these intelligent corvids.
August 23 - November 3, 2024. Enjoy refreshments and meet Karen at the artist reception on Sunday, October 6 from 2-4 pm.
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8th Annual Landscape Exhibition
The Clark Gallery at Fernwood Botanical Garden is pleased to announce the 8th Annual Fernwood Juried Landscape Exhibition. This all-media 2D competition is open to artists 18 years and older.
Show runs November 8, 2024 - January 4, 2025. Artist reception with refreshements on Sunday, November 10 from 2 - 4 pm.
Awards will be announced at 3 pm.
Gallery Submission
Are you an artist? Or would like to suggest an artist that we should display in our gallery? Please fill out the form and submit. Include social media links and/or a website, if possible. Not online? No problem! Send a separate email with 3-4 images of the artist’s work to: award@fernwoodbotanical.org. Our curator will review submissions at regular intervals.