Arlington, VA (April 2024) Arlington Public Library launched a new art program—The Incubator—to provide opportunities and space for artists to showcase their work in a public setting. Each library location features opportunities for artists to display their artwork and to engage the public.
The Incubator will spotlight local artists and community arts so that a greater number of diverse perspectives can be seen and more voices can be heard.
According to Arlington Public Library Director Diane Kresh, “This all-ages catalyst will allow community members—ranging from teens to older adults—to participate in a creative community dialogue and to express themselves. It’s a perfect extension of our makerspace, The Shop and our signature community engagement program Arlington Reads.”
Artists interested in showing their work in a temporary exhibition at the library should submit an application. The library accepts proposals on a rolling basis. There is no application fee or age restriction for submissions.
The library has a long-standing tradition of showcasing temporary and permanent art at its library locations. Partnering with Arlington Arts, Arlington Public Art’s Portable Works collection, community organizations and individuals, the library promotes art as a means to inspire, to connect and to facilitate thought-provoking and timely conversations.
For more information about the program and to apply, visit https://library.arlingtonva.us/the-incubator. To learn more about the makerspace, visit https://library.arlingtonva.us/for-makers-and-crafters/the-shop.