Arts & Culture Center

WPL welcomes local artists to exhibit their work and community groups to present their organizations in the Arts & Culture Center, located on the first floor of the library.

The purpose of the Arts and Culture Center is to introduce local and regional artists to the public as well as a serve as an informational display space for community partners or upcoming events. 

June Display

Benjamin F. Calvert III

Dive into Hokusai Summer Series

The exhibit includes hand carved and pulled wood block relief prints by third generation printmaker, Benjamin F. Calvert III. Subjects are inspired by personal experiences and nature. The grain of the block compliments his design. Displayed works are limited editions printed on quality archival paper, using oil inks.

Visit the artist's website.


Art Demo: Wood Block Prints

June 25, 6:30-8:30 pm | in-person or virtual | Register

Join us to see Ben discuss his tools and processes while demonstrating his modern version of this ancient art form.

Green circular print
Sprouts print
Flower print

Display Your Artwork

To have your artwork considered for display in the Arts & Culture Center, fill out the application. For more information, contact Bari Ericson at 630-868-7529 or bericson@wheatonlibrary.org.