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“Local Color — Ciao, Italia” Featuring Aileen Monahan Quinn and Janice Sheehan Hodge

And In the Community Gallery:

April 30 — June 1, 2025

Opening Reception: Friday, May 2, 5-8 PM

Gallery Hours: Wednesday—Saturday 11-7pm; Sunday 1-5pm 

       The Artists' Cooperative Gallery of Westerly is proud to announce its vibrant May show, Local Color – Ciao Italian, a celebration of the rich Italian heritage woven into the fabric of our community. This month’s exhibition pays tribute to the enduring cultural influences of Italy—its art, food, landscapes, and spirit—through the diverse works of local artists inspired by their roots and connections to Italian tradition.

       In addition to a special display of works inspired by Italy and Italian culture, the May show will feature works by members Aileen Monahan Quinn and Janice Sheehan Hodge. See more about them on our Current Exhibition page. Our United in the Community Gallery, in the east wing, features works by the Plein Air Painters of Stonington. See more about them by clicking the button above.
       In the gallery’s west wing, visitors will find a shop filled with all manner of small, affordable, one-of-a-kind handmade decorative objects, small paintings, framed and unframed prints, books, journals, and cards specially curated for the season.
       The May show will be made possible, in part, by the generous sponsorship and participation of the Dante Society of Westerly, which was founded to promote awareness of the Italian culture, and to keep its traditions alive in Westerly. The Society is currently celebrating its 50th year and has planned monthly events all through 2025. Through its fundraising efforts, the group provides scholarships to area high school seniors who plan to study the Italian language.
       Our show is also made possible in part by the generous sponsorship of Jim Cahoon, Broker/Owner of  Coldwell Banker Coastal Homes, of Westerly and Narraganett, with licenses in Connecticut. This company has been in business for more than thirty years and is one of the nation’s largest and most successful realty organizations. The reception will feature hors d’oeuvres and soft drinks as well as wine provided by Perks and Corks, of Westerly, from which our wine is donated for all our First Friday monthly receptions. Thank you to all our sponsors!
      Consider taking an art class this month! Artist member Tammy Blais, who creates highly stylized oil paintings—mostly featuring nautical themes, primarily using her palette knife—will offer two, two-hour classes. Artist member Aileen Quinn, featured artist for May, will offer a watercolor class on Tuesday, May 20. See more about them on our Events and Education pages (click PARTICIPATE) for details.
       Save the Date! ACGOW's 7th Annual Art Heist, a much-anticipated highlight of the summer season for gallery members and patrons alike, will be held on Saturday, August 23, from 6-8:30 p.m. The gala event will be held at the historic Westerly Armory on 41 Railroad Avenue, Westerly RI. Tickets go on sale in June. $130 includes admission for two and the opportunity to ‘heist’ a work of art. Tickets that do not include the opportunity to acquire art will be priced at $40 per person. The event will feature live music, an upscale banquet, hors d’oeuvres, fresh oysters, desserts, wine, and beer. The artwork to be auctioned will be on view at the Gallery as of August 1st.

Thank You to Our May Exhibition Sponsors!

Dante Society
The Dante Society of Westerly preserves, promotes and fosters the Community’s awareness of the Italian culture and rewards excellence in the study of the Italian language and culture at the Westerly High School.
February 2023 Sponsor, Coldwell Banker
29 Post Rd
Westerly RI 02891
401.596.76333
and in Narraganett
401.782.6444
©Perks & Corks logo
62 High Street
Westerly, RI 02891
401.596.1260

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 Facebook: @acgow2018 and Instagram: @acgow_ri