This April, the Gallery at the Park is showcasing Handwork 2026: Shaped in the Northwest, an impressive new exhibition from Northwest Designer Craftartists.

Northwest Designer Craftartists was founded in 1954 to promote excellence of design and encourage public appreciation of fine craft. Members include artists in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska who work in clay, wood, glass, metal, fiber, and mixed media.

This exhibition is part of a contribution to Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026, a nationwide initiative presented by Craft in America, the Peabody Award-winning documentary series on PBS, to honor the value of the handmade in both history and contemporary life. Handwork 2026 celebrates the depth and diversity of the crafts that define America.

The jurors for the Northwest Designer Craftartists exhibition are Vicki Piper Gerton and Ron Gerton. Vicki blends scientific observation with artistic intuition, creating work where color, texture, and pattern emerge through experimentation. Ron, a self-taught metalsmith and retired mechanical engineer, transforms natural objects such as leaves, insects, and wood into enduring sculptures, often combining them with wood turnings.

Learn more about Northwest Designer Craftartists online at nwdesignercraftartists.org.

Handwork 2026: Shaped in the Northwest is on display at the Gallery at the Park from March 31–May 1. The reception is on Sunday, April 12, 1–3pm.

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This March, the Gallery at the Park presents a vibrant new exhibition from the Mid-Columbia Watercolor Society, Refractions and Reflections, alongside Empty Bowls, an art fundraiser to combat hunger in our community.

The Mid-Columbia Watercolor Society was established in 2017 to provide a forum for learning, sharing, and practicing the art of watercolor.

Watercolor is a challenging medium that requires precision and timing. When light passes through delicate layers of pigment, it reflects on the white paper and returns a brilliance only watercolor can achieve.

The Society averages more than 30 members and showcases multiple exhibitions every year, partnering with regional libraries, restaurants, and wineries.

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Alongside the Mid-Columbia Watercolor Society’s Refractions and Reflections, the Gallery at the Park is featuring handmade bowls as part of the Empty Bowls fundraiser.

Ceramic, glass, and wooden bowls donated by our Gallery artists are on sale with all proceeds going directly to the Tri-Cities Food Bank. These handmade bowls are a reminder that many in our community face empty bowls every day.

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Exhibition Dates: March 3 to 27, 2026
Reception Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 1 to 3pm

This February, the Gallery at the Park presents Wood, Wings, and the Wild Blue Yonder, an exciting exhibition that explores nature and the outdoors, featuring work from Terri Rice, Pam Sharp, and Leo Bowman.

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Terri Rice is a painter who focuses on skylines and landscapes. She took her first watercolor class at the University of Miami, but after teaching herself oil painting in 2015, she became so drawn to the intensity and permanence of oil paint that she seldom returns to watercolor.

Rice enjoys the slow-drying nature of oil paint, which allows her to come back later to blend in a new color or soften a line. Her goal is to paint with enough realism to portray a particular moment, but abstract enough to invite the viewer’s own interpretation.

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Pam Sharp is a watercolor and scratchboard artist who specializes in wildlife subjects like birds, horses, and other animals. She earned a degree in Zoology from Washington State University, which laid the foundation for her detailed, nature-inspired artwork. She creates unique pieces that blend Pacific Rim cultural influences with Western flair.

Sharp participates in many events across the Western United States, and her work has been featured at venues like the Clymer Museum of Art, Wenaha Gallery, Charles Francis Gallery, and Larson Gallery.

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Leo Bowman is a woodturner whose passion for the art began in high school. In 1975, he was able to dedicate himself to woodworking and begin refining his craft. He aims to emphasize the natural beauty of the material with his sculptures and turned wood pieces.

Bowman has exhibited at notable venues, including the Clymer Museum of Art and Hedges Family Estate, and during events like the Tour d’Arts on Red Mountain. He regularly participates in regional art festivals, such as the June Art Fest in Yakima.

This January, the Gallery at the Park welcomes back the Tri-City Quilters’ Guild, a regular feature for more than 30 years!

Founded in 1982 by a small group of quilters, the Tri-City Quilters’ Guild has since become a vibrant community of nearly 300 members, all united by a passion for fabric, color, and creative expression. 

The Tri-City Quilters’ Guild is also dedicated to serving the community by creating and distributing comfort quilts to local humanitarian organizations. Every year, hundreds of people in need receive warm, handmade quilts.

This Tri-City Quilters’ Guild exhibition showcases an immersive world of textile art and a range of quilting techniques from traditional to contemporary.

Learn more about the Tri-City Quilters’ Guild at tcquilters.org.

This exhibition is on display at the Gallery at the Park from January 6 – 30. 

The artist reception is on Sunday, January 11, from 1 – 3 pm.

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Celebrate the holidays with the Gallery at the Park’s annual Holiday Gift Show and Christmas Market!

Throughout the season, the Gallery’s Holiday Gift Show features art, fine crafts and gifts from hundreds of local and regional artists.

On Friday, December 5, and Saturday, December 6, the Gallery presents its Christmas Market, sponsored by Idaho Central Credit Union. This free community event takes place every year during the Christmas Lighted Boat Parade!

Enjoy a fire pit and complimentary hot chocolate at a location perfect for viewing the parade. Step inside the Gallery for live music, free kids’ crafts, and the beautiful Holiday Gift Show. 

Stop by the Gallery at the Park to enjoy the fun and see the beautiful lights!