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Art exhibits are displayed in various locations at Central Library, including the Central Library Art Gallery on the lower level and a gallery wall on Level 2. The galleries are open during regular library hours.

 

Home Reflections

Central Library Art Gallery, Lower Level
EXHIBIT RUNS: January 9 - February 11, 2025

Nearly One Hundred Years of Creating Art 

 In June 1931, following an advertisement placed in the Kitchener Record, a group of artists held their first meeting together and the “Art Society of Kitchener” was born. 
 Waterloo Region's oldest continuously operating arts organization, mentors artists on all levels. Meeting regularly, KWSA hosts presenters in various fields of art. Art shows and competitions provide opportunities for artists to show and sell their work. 

 The art society rented a studio and in their first show in April 1932, surprising the public with a large number of paintings.  By 1941 the group was exhibiting regularly, largely due to the efforts of Head Librarian Mabel Dunham at the former Kitchener Public Library on Queen Street.   

 When the new Kitchener Public Library opened in 1962, the Society was allowed to use the facilities for exhibits and art rental.  Many of its members competed for the honour of painting the commissioned large mural ‘Enlightened’, which graces the far wall of the Reading Lounge to this day. The honour went to KWSA member, Jack Bechtel (1923-1966).

https://www.kwsa.ca/

 

 IInterested in showcasing your artwork at the library?

See the Artist Program page for more information.