The Salina Public Library welcomes artists to showcase their work in Gallery 708, located in the South Lobby.
Gallery 708
Artists are welcome to apply year-round by completing a Gallery 708 application and submitting work samples—via website, digital images, slides, prints, or printouts—for review.
Selected artists will receive an opening reception, where exhibited work can be available for sale. Applications from artists not selected for a show will be kept on file for future consideration. The library provides marketing support for both the exhibit and the reception.
For more information, please contact the Adult Programs Coordinator or email gallery@salinapublic.org.
Artist Application
You’re invited to apply to exhibit your original artwork in Gallery 708, located in the library’s south entry. Both experienced and emerging artists, as well as art instructors, are welcome to apply for solo or group exhibitions.
Art Exhibition Policies
About Gallery 708
Space
The 40-by-17-foot space serves as the library’s south entrance via Caldwell Plaza and features Gallery 708, vending machines, and tables and chairs. Two-dimensional artwork is displayed on a 25-by-4.5-foot wall covered in ribbed felt. The space is lit by natural light from overhead skylights, supplemented by 12 miniature, adjustable spotlights.
Opposite the main gallery wall are two smaller exhibit areas, illuminated by can lights. These areas measure 8 by 4.5 feet, 6 by 4.5 feet, and 6 by 4.5 feet between columns. Additionally, nine carpeted display panels line the west wall and five the east wall, each panel measuring 4 feet, 7.5 inches wide.
Exhibits
Exhibits are held for a period of six weeks. Shorter exhibits can be considered on an artist-by-artist basis. Artists should provide enough pieces to aesthetically fill the exhibit space. Artists are responsible for selecting and installing their work. Artwork may be for exhibit only or for sale. Library Staff will handle the sale and dispersal of sold items. Artists are responsible for setting their own prices and will receive 100% of the revenue generated from sold pieces.
Reception
Receptions will typically be held from 4-5:30 p.m. on first Fridays in Gallery 708.