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Artists' Cooperative Gallery
of Westerly
Supporting Visual Arts and Artists
“Quite A Stretch — Exploring New Mediums” Featuring Jane Rollins & Jenny Thompson
Including a Special Exhibit in the United in Art Community Gallery by The Westerly Senior Center
March 5 — 30, 2025
Opening Reception - Friday, March 7, 5-8 PM
Gallery Hours: Wednesday—Saturday 11-7pm; Sunday 1-5pm
“Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing.” - Helen Keller
With a new exhibition each month, an opening reception every First Friday, and a variety of classes offered, there’s always something new to see and experience at Artists' Cooperative Gallery of Westerly.
Many of ACGOW’S artists have various hidden talents, and for the month of March, have gone beyond their comfort zones to create art outside their chosen mediums or otherwise experiment. Art lovers are invited to discover their exciting explorations this month.
The March exhibit will include the work of juried local Rhode Island and Connecticut artists. Come see a large selection of paintings in many mediums—photography, pottery, mobiles, fiber arts, glass, mixed and sculpture. Visitors will also find a large collection of unique handcrafted jewelry made of polymer clay, lamp work glass beads, leather, sterling silver and much more.
Long-time member, Jane Rollins, and more recent member, Jenny Thompson, are featured in the main gallery. Rollins enjoys experimenting with tools, mediums and gestural line in her expressive, layered, calligraphy-based artwork. Thompson’s evocative land and seascapes invite viewers to emotionally connect with nature. Learn more about them by clicking our Current Exhibition Page.
In the United in Art Community Gallery, is the work of the adult painting class from the Westerly Senior Center, led by ACGOW artist, Laurie MacKenzie. Since 2007, she has been instructing senior artists there to work in all mediums.
The March show will be made possible, in part, by the generous sponsorship of Atty. John Gentile. We also thank Perks and Corks of Westerly, from which our wine is donated for all our First Friday monthly receptions. Thanks, too, to our members who provide delicious hors d’oeuvres and volunteers who work in the kitchen to keep the treats flowing into the gallery throughout the night.
While you're here, visit our Gallery Shop and seek out a unique item to bring joy to others. You'll find a large selection of hand painted and printed cards created for every occasion. The Shop features an array of small, affordable works and fine collectibles, such as framed and unframed prints, candles, miniature paintings, bookmarks, colorful coasters and hand-painted wine glasses.
Consider giving your own creativity a stretch this month. Try a painting class among the three different kinds occurring through the spring! See our Events and Education pages (click PARTICIPATE) for details about the member artists' painting classes. Click on each name to see their ACGOW Artist's Page and learn more about them: Tammy Blais (oil painting), Jenny Thompson (acrylic painting) and Aileen Quinn (watercolor painting).
Be sure save the date for our 30th Annual Regional Exhibit in April. If you're an artist, consider entering!
Thank You to Our March Exhibition Sponsors!
Atty. John Gentile, Jr.
Real Estate, Probate
148 Main Street
Westerly, RI 02891
62 High Street
Westerly, RI 02891
The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly (ACGOW) is a fine arts gallery located at 14 Railroad Avenue in the former Westerly Train Station – a historic landmark built in Spanish Renaissance style in 1912. ACGOW is a 501-(c)3 non-profit organization run by volunteers and artist members who contribute to all aspects of managing and operating the gallery.
For more information call (401) 596-2221 during regular business hours or visit ACGOW’s Facebook site: ACGOW2018 or Instagram account: @acgow2018
Learn more about us on our About Us Us page. (Click on the bolded words, About Us.)
ACGOW continues to recognize its duty to care for its members and the community it serves and is taking all necessary health precautions, following RI COVID guidelines for cleaning, and provision of hand sanitizer. Due to the relaxing of state COVID restrictions, we no longer require mask wearing in the gallery.