exhibition archive
Past Exhibitions
2025
June 6–September 21, 2025
Turtles, and Bunnies, and Mice, Oh My!: The Picture Book Art of Lindsay Barrett George
Lindsay Barrett George’s beloved children’s books, a mainstay in elementary schools and homes throughout Pennsylvania and nationwide for decades, reflect her deep interest in animals and connect children with the nature, capturing their imaginations through enthralling stories and stellar illustrations.
Her work is instantly recognizable to many and has received critical acclaim and prestigious awards, including recognition by the Library of Congress.
This exhibition celebrates her work by showcasing original illustrations alongside life-size depictions of her memorable characters, immersing children and adults alike in the magic of the natural world.
Generously supported by PNC Bank
Around the Pond; Who's Been Here? Illustration for Pages 10&11, Lindsay Barrett George, Gouache, 1998
May 1–September 2025
Found Objects, New Worlds: The Assemblage Art of Dr. Mel Wolk
Found Objects, New Worlds: The Assemblage Art of Dr. Mel Wolk offers whimsical takes on life, love, sports, and politics through colorful sculptures. By combining unexpected materials into abstract creations, Wolk’s art delivers insightful and playful commentary on the human experience and shows the possibilities of what can be created with discarded items.
Orange Reefer, Dr. Mel Wolk, Mixed Media, N.D.
March 8–April 13, 2025
Educating and Inspiring Generations: Women’s History Month
The theme for 2025’s National Women’s History Month is “Moving Forward Together. Women Educating and Inspiring Generations.” The Everhart Museum supports wholeheartedly the idea of education, inspiration, and working together to uplift generations–it is our main cause and mission. In support of the theme’s directions, the curatorial staff has organized a special exhibition highlighting works from our collection by women artists.
Wilkes-Barre Skyline, Alice Welsh Jenkins (1910-1978), Gouache on board, 1957
November 21, 2024–March 30, 2025
Herbert Simon: Painter…Sculptor…Printmaker…Master
A retrospective of the life’s work of sculptor, printmaker, and painter Herbert Simon, this exhibition presents the wide breadth of the artist’s prolific and diverse output in all facets of his artistic quest.
Born in Nashville, Tennessee, teaching and practicing throughout the United States, and finally settling in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Simon shifted from representationalism to pure abstraction, eventually settling on a place somewhere between the two. Having studied with leading figures of abstraction including Hans Hofmann, Robert Motherwell, and Phillip Guston in the mid-century, and highly inspired by the industrial landscape of Northeastern Pennsylvania and simple everyday objects later, Simon developed an approach encompassing both styles to satisfy his vision.
Square and Triangle, Herbert Simon, aluminum
February 12–March 9, 2025
Black History Month Exhibition
In recognition of Black History Month, the Everhart Museum presents a month-long exhibition combining paintings and poetry that celebrate voices that have not only become central to the black experience in America, but that are also staples of the American experiment. Through paintings culled from the Everhart collection and selected poetry, the exhibition highlights the shared desire to be heard.
Trumpet Player, Verna Hart, oil on canvas
February 7–March 2, 2025
2025 Scholastic Art Gold Key Exhibition
The Scholastic Art Gold Key Exhibition showcases the work of all Gold Key Award recipients for the entire Northeastern PA Region of the Scholastic Art Awards. The Awards are an annual juried multimedia art contest for students Grades 7–12 that have been facilitated by the Everhart since 2018. Gold Key Awards go to students who demonstrate exemplary ability in their disciplines.
An exhibition of all Silver Key Award and Honorable Mention recipients will be held at Marywood University February 8–March 2.
2024
May 30, 2024–February 1, 2025
Northeastern Pennsylvania Coalfields: Preservation, Praise, Promise
In celebration of the reopening of Nay Aug Park’s Brooks Mine in 2023, Northeastern Pennsylvania Coalfields showcases the rich coal heritage of the region through art; coal mining tools and wares; and geological objects. The complicated relationship between the industry and the communities and areas that were impacted is explored.
November 14, 2024–January 12, 2025
Through Darkness to Light: Photographs Along the Underground Railroad
Through Darkness to Light, a traveling exhibition from ExhibitsUSA, a program of the Mid-America Arts Alliance, showcases the photography of Jeanine Michna-Bales, who has spent more than a decade meticulously researching “fugitive” slaves and the ways they escaped to freedom. While the unnumbered routes of the Underground Railroad encompassed countless square miles, the path Michna-Bales documented encompasses roughly 2,000 miles and is based off of actual sites, cities, and places that freedom-seekers passed through during their journey.
Decision to Leave, Jeanine Michna-Bales, Photograph
October 23–November 8, 2024
Glimpses of Asian Indian Culture: Paintings by Mona Pande
Featuring paintings by Indian folk artist Mona Pande, Glimpses of Asian Indian Culture delves into the artistry of the Madhubani and Rajesthani styles.
This limited-time exhibition coincides with a special community event on Saturday, October 26 encompassing food, lectures, demonstrations, music, and dance celebrating Indian traditions.
Ganesha, Mona Pande, oil on canvas
July 18–October 20, 2024
Glimpses of Asian Indian Culture: Paintings by Mona Pande
In celebration of the Jewish Food Festival in Nay Aug Park, the Everhart is hosting a special exhibition of work by Jewish artists and work inspired by Judaism. The exhibition, hosted in partnership with the Jewish Discovery Center, delves into traditional and modern aspects of Jewish cultures, as well as showcases secular works by Jewish artists.
Old City Yeshiva, Brian Shapiro, oil on canvas
September 6–September 29, 2024
Teen Mini Masterpieces
Join us in celebrating the Lackawanna County Library System’s Teen Mini Masterpieces, an exhibition of art by young artists from across Northeastern Pennsylvania. During a free summer program hosted by the library system, young artists created miniature works of art on 4″ x 4″ canvases.
May 16–August 4, 2024
Flowers, Forms, and Fluctuations: Abstract Photography by Bruce Checefsky
Flowers, Forms, and Fluctuations showcases the work of Bruce Checefsky, a photographer and artist from Peckville, PA whose art involves utilizing a scanner to create distorted photographs. A unique take on natural beauty, this exhibition invites visitors to view flowers and plants in a new way.
Purple Dahlia, Bruce Checefsky, photograph,
2023
November 16–June 16, 2024