Rhode Island Artist Susan Hardy to Discuss Work on History and Memory at Bristol Art Museum3/9/2026  The Bristol Art Museum invites the public to a special artist talk with Rhode Island artist Susan Hardy on Sun., Mar. 29 at 2 p.m. at the Museum 10 Wardwell Street. Hardy is the featured regional artist in the Museum’s current national exhibition, When in the Course of Human Events, and will share insights into the ideas, research, and creative process behind her work on view.
Artist talks offer a rare opportunity to hear directly from artists about the stories and inspirations that shape their work. During the program, Hardy will discuss her powerful explorations of history, memory, and cultural identity, themes that often emerge from her use of found objects and materials that carry traces of lived experience. Among the works on display is Hardy’s compelling series “Middle Passage,” as well as artwork inspired by “Lost and Found,” a black rag doll that the artist transforms into a reflection on deeper cultural narratives. Through these works, Hardy invites viewers to consider how everyday objects can hold profound historical and emotional meaning. “Artist talks give our visitors the opportunity to connect more deeply with the work on view by hearing directly from the artist,” said Mary Dondero, Curator and Museum Board Member. “Susan Hardy’s work invites thoughtful reflection on history and identity, and we are pleased to welcome the community to hear about the inspiration and research behind this important body of work.” Admission is $5 for Bristol Art Museum members, free for students, and $10 for non-members.
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 The Bristol Art Museum invites artists to submit work for Shorelines and Stories, an upcoming juried exhibition to be presented in the Museum’s community gallery at the Rogers Free Library from Apr. 21 through Jun. 3, 2026. Juried by Bill McLane, the exhibition will explore artistic interpretations of the shoreline, both literal and imagined.
Artists are encouraged to share their unique shoreline stories and help celebrate the beauty, memory, and meaning found where land meets water. All works must be received by Tues., Mar. 24, to be eligible for consideration. Artists may submit their work on the Museum’s website. Shorelines and Stories seeks artwork inspired by the sea, the harbor, and the shifting edges where land meets water. From sweeping seascapes of Block Island to intimate studies of local docks, from memories of summers by the shore to metaphorical reflections on life’s transitions, artists are encouraged to consider the many meanings and moods of coastal living. Work may reflect the natural beauty of the shoreline, human interaction with the coast, or the emotional resonance of living near the water. “Living in a coastal community, the shoreline is part of our collective story,” said Jenn Tappero, Bristol Art Museum at Rogers Free Library Committee Member. “This exhibition invites artists to reflect on how the sea shapes our memories, our identity, and our sense of place. We’re excited to see the many creative ways artists interpret this theme.” Submission Requirements Artists must be 18 years of age or older. All work must be original, ready to install, and no larger than 18” x 24”. Eligible media include drawings, paintings, printmaking, collage, fiber arts, and photography. (No three-dimensional works will be accepted.) Artwork may be offered for sale; all sales are negotiated directly between artist and collector, and the Museum takes no commission. Submission fees are $20 for one entry or $30 for two entries for BAM members, and $25 for one entry or $40 for two entries for non-members. Questions may be directed to [email protected] .  The Bristol Art Museum invites its members to submit artwork for consideration of its upcoming exhibit Still Growing: Art Inspired by Trees, the Museum’s 2026 open Members’ Exhibition to be held at the Marjorie Van Wickle Lyon Gallery at Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum. The exhibition will be on view from Sat., Mar 28, through Sun., May 10, 2026, with an Artists’ Reception on Sun., Mar. 29, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Submissions must be made online by midnight on Mar. 20. The exhibition celebrates Blithewold’s 100th anniversary as a recognized arboretum, first acknowledged by scientists from the Arnold Arboretum. “The Bristol Art Museum invites artists to reflect on the enduring presence of trees and their role in shaping landscapes, memories, and the passage of time,” said Museum Board Member and Curator Mary Dondero. “Submissions may explore trees as living forms, symbols of growth and resilience, or quiet witnesses to seasons, history, and change. Works may be inspired by Blithewold’s gardens and arboretum, personal experiences with trees, the natural environment, or the metaphorical meaning of trees in our lives. Representational, abstract, and conceptual approaches are all welcome.” The exhibition is open to artists 18 years of age or older who hold an active Bristol Art Museum membership. All submissions must be original works that have not previously been exhibited at the Museum. Artists may submit one two-dimensional work (maximum 20 inches in any direction) in any medium. Due to Blithewold’s gallery system, artwork must be wired for hanging; saw-tooth hangers cannot be accommodated. Artists may choose to offer their work for sale. All sales will be processed through Blithewold’s gift shop, with 50 percent of proceeds going to the artist and 50 percent to Blithewold. Alternatively, artists may designate their work as not for sale. |
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