Library Art Exhibits & Community Displays
The library provides public display and art exhibition space to organizations, groups, and individuals living in Lawrence or Douglas County, KS.
Applicants range from artists, artist groups, local organizations, and individuals with personal collections or collectibles.
Lawrence Public Library exhibits and displays reflect the diversity of both the voices in our community and our collections. Views and opinions expressed in the library’s art spaces are those of the artist and do not necessarily reflect official policy or position of Lawrence Public Library.
LPL Exhibit & Display Policy
LPL Art Exhibit & Community Display Guidelines
Ready to apply? Great!
(1) Using the blue calendar arrows, scroll through our public exhibit calendar to find the next available month. This will be your "preferred date" on the exhibit application.
(2) Take 3 photos (JPG) of the work you plan to exhibit because you'll need to upload them in the application.
(3) Please allow 60 days for application review. If you've exhibited at the library in the past, solo artists may reapply 5 years past their last exhibit date; multi-artist groups may reapply 3 years past their last group show.
Public Exhibit Calendar
Art exhibits appear in the calendar as "Self-Check Wall" and community displays appear as "Fin" or "Atrium". We can host one exhibit/display per space per month. Art Exhibits are currently being booked for 2026–2027.
Lawrence Public Library (LPL) art spaces are for creative expression that welcome artists of all backgrounds, ages, and experience levels. LPL believes that art is for everyone, and we're proud to offer a place where work can be shared without barriers of formal training, education, or process. From first-time exhibitors to seasoned professionals, LPL displays a wide range of styles and skill levels, reflecting the vibrant creativity of our community.
Angela Longhurst
Exhibit applications
Traci Bunkers
Exhibit technical support
Heather Kearns
Exhibit policies & feedback