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VISIT OUR GALLERIES

Exceptional visual art exhibits in a variety of media

BlackRock presents exhibitions in our galleries throughout the year to provide opportunities for the creative expression of artists and the active engagement of audiences of all ages.

The series of solo, group, juried and themed exhibits showcase works in a variety of media by both emerging and established contemporary visual artists from across the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.

***Please be advised that occasionally our galleries are rented for private events. Call 301-528-2260 to ensure the gallery is open to the public during your planned visit.***

Current Exhibits

CURRENT EXHIBITIONS

Sew to Speak

The SAQA Tri-Regional Exhibition

On view
09 Mar–21 Apr
Tues–Fri: Noon–6 PM
Sat: Noon–4 PM
Sun: 10:30 AM–2:30 PM

Kay Gallery
 
Reception
09 Mar, 2:00–5:00 PM
Juror tour
29 Mar, 6:00 PM

 

In conjunction with Sewing: Mastery and Meaning at the DAR Museum in Washington, DC, Sew to Speak, will take place at BlackRock Center for the Arts during National Women’s History Month. 

 

The exhibition explores ideas of meaning in textile art by exploring how contemporary art quilters express themselves in their work. In addition to juried work by SAQA (Studio Art Quilt Associates) members from the mid-Atlantic area (Delaware, DC, Maryland, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and North Carolina), the exhibition includes several works by the Pixeladies that express political and social justice messages.

 

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Studio Art Quilt Associates, Inc. (SAQA) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote the art quilt: a creative visual work that is layered and stitched or that references this form of stitched layered structure.

 

Over the past 30 years, SAQA has grown into a dynamic and active community of over 4,000 artists, curators, collectors, and art professionals located around the world.

 

With our exhibitions, resources, publications, and membership opportunities, we seek to increase the public's appreciation for the art quilt and to support our members in their artistic and professional growth.

Mike Redmond


LIVE at BlackRock 

On view
20 Feb–24 Mar
Tues–Fri: Noon–6 PM
Sat: Noon–4 PM
Sun: 10:30 AM–2:30 PM 
Gallery II
 
Reception
10 Mar, 12:30–2:30 PM

Join us in celebrating our longtime volunteer house photographer Mike Redmond and his exhibition LIVE at BlackRock—a collection of performance photos from the last four years. From Go-Go dance parties to vibrant Jazz performances, Mike’s stunning images showcase the diverse genres and performers that grace the stage at BlackRock. Mike's intimate knowledge of the venue and its performers shines through the work.

UPCOMING EXHIBITONS

Upcoming Exhibits

2022-2023 EXHIBITIONS

I AM SARAH MATTHEWS

I AM SARAH MATTHEWS

ESTAMOS AQUÍ

ESTAMOS AQUÍ

YOUTH ART MONTH 2023

YOUTH ART MONTH 2023

FREEDOM: The African American History and Culture Community Roundtable Project

FREEDOM: The African American History and Culture Community Roundtable Project

PHOTOGRAPHY NOW

PHOTOGRAPHY NOW

DAN DROZ: BEHIND THE FOLD

DAN DROZ: BEHIND THE FOLD

GAIA: WORKS BY CAROL A. MOORE

GAIA: WORKS BY CAROL A. MOORE

UPCYCLE!

UPCYCLE!

ALOG EXHIBIT & SPRING SALE

ALOG EXHIBIT & SPRING SALE

Past Exhibits

PAST EXHIBITIONS

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ALOG SPRING SHOW
MARCH 18 - APRIL 16, 2023

The Art League of Germantown proudly celebrates its 40th anniversary with a new month-long exhibit and sale, March 18 – April 16, 2023, in the Kay Gallery at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown, MD.  

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GAIA:
HUMAN EXPERIENCE THROUG THE LENS OF NATURE
NOVEMBER 13 - MARCH 7, 2023

Lithographic and intaglio prints convey key watershed moments from Carol Moore's life and heartfelt relationships using nature as my language. Symbols, movement, and abundant detail will assist in the storytelling to convey the symbiotic relationship that she has felt with nature all her life.

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STUDIO ART QUILT ASSOCIATES' UPCYCLE!
SEPTEMBER 17 - OCTOBER 29, 2022

A co-exhibit with Strathmore. A national exhibit by Studio Art Quilt Associates that repurposed used materials as an effective solution to deal with today's environmentally devastating waste using the ancient traditions of fiber and textile arts. 

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ALONZO DAVIS: 20 YEARS IN MARYLAND
APRIL 30 - AUGUST 28, 2022

Guest Curated by Tomora Wright this exhibition will showcase approximately 30 artworks spanning from 2002 to 2022, an intercultural and trans-historical arrival, as Davis fuses natural material, symbols, and patterns to document the experiences and influences of place and time.

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ART CONNECTS - YAM
MARCH 5 - APRIL 19, 2022

Annual Youth Art Month Exhibition featuring student artists from 

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HAND CRAFTED
MARCH 5 - APRIL 19, 2022

A group exhibition featuring a variety of works that explore  craftsmanship in contemporary art. 

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STUART DIEKMEYER: CURIOSITY OF SCALE
JANUARY 15 - FEBRUARY 26, 2022

A solo exhibit of macrophotography exploring the natural micro world.

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Rula Jones: CONVERSATIONS WITH MYSELF
NOVEMBER 13 - DECEMBER 20, 2021

A solo exhibit of over thirty mixed media works on paper. This series of work is highly influenced by the litany of art history in that it incorporates multiple genres within a single work. 

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The Power of Patience
SEPTEMBER 18- OCTOBER 30, 2021

 The invitational exhibition The Power of Patience features 18 artists working in varied media who employ patience in a variety of ways in their creative process and the active practice of making works which inspire the viewer to engage in the rewarding experience of slow looking.

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Mid Atlantic Regional Watercolor Exhibition
JUNE 12- AUGUST 21, 2021

Experience the virtual exhibit online this year to view all 104 paintings selected by  juror Anne Abgott, AWS, NWS, and  find out who won the Gold, Silver and Bronze medals and other awards. View Online Exhibit...

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Shades of Spring Virtual Show & Sale
APRIL 17 – MAY 29, 2021 

The Art League of Germantown's Spring Show with 175+ Works by Local Artists and Fine Craft Artisans 

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Youth Art Month 2021 Virtual Exhibit
MARCH 5 – 31, 2021  

Inspired by the theme "Art Connects Us," Virtual Showcase Presents Art by 56 Students from Montgomery County 

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Handcrafted: Fiber Art + Turned Wood 
NOVEMBER 14, 2020 – JANUARY 2, 2021

Virtual Presentation of Biennial Juried Exhibit Featuring Fiber Art  and Turned Wood by Mid-Atlantic Artists

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A Fresh Perspective Virtual Show & Sale
NOVEMBER 4 – DECEMBER 19, 2020  

Art League of Germantown's Annual Show Goes Virtual with 82 Works by Local Artists and Fine Craft Artisans

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Mid-Atlantic Regional Watercolor Exhibition
JULY 1 – AUGUST 31, 2020

Annual Juried Exhibit Sponsored by the Baltimore Watercolor Society Featuring Paintings by 100 Regional Artists

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Quotable Quarantine
The Online Exhibit  
MAY 22 – JULY 3, 2020 

Online Exhibit of 156 Artworks Created by Students in Response to the Covid-19 Pandemic, Accompanied by Quotations

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Handcrafted: Fiber Art + Turned Wood 
FEBRUARY 29 – APRIL 11, 2020 

Biennial Juried Exhibit of Fiber Art Selected by Caroline Kipp and Turned Wood Selected by Dr. Barbara Wolanin

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Cat Gunn:
Pretty Boy 
JANUARY 11 – FEBRUARY 22, 2020 

Solo Exhibit of Abstract Paintings Exploring Paint Alchemy and Notions of Identity within the LGBTQ Community 

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YOUTH ART MONTH 
MARCH 18 - APRIL 16, 2023

Each year in March, BlackRock Center for the Arts is pleased to celebrate Youth Art Month by presenting exhibits featuring art created by students from local elementary, middle and high schools.

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DAN DROZ: BEHIND THE FOLD
JANUARY 21 - MARCH 5, 2023

The exhibition features over 30 of Droz’s recent works and takes its name from the recently published book, Behind The Fold, which showcases Droz’s extensive body of work including large-scale pieces installed in museums, galleries and prominent private and commercial projects. 

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ESTAMOS AQUÍ
SEPTEMBER 17 - OCTOBER 29, 2022

The eight modern Latino artists highlighted identity, language, ceremony, legacy, lifestyle, history, and family relationships. The exhibition honored the Latino population in the region by showcasing the artwork of intersectional voices and acknowleded the Latino contribution to contemporary art. 

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FREDERICK BOOK ARTS CENTER
APRIL 30 - JULY 15, 2022

An art exhibition of Book Arts and related media by artists from the FBAC Community that explore, commemorate and concern the planet earth. Presented in partnership with the Frederick Book Arts Center in Frederick, MD. 

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ALOG Spring Show
APRIL 19 - APRIL 24, 2022

Art League of Germantown Spring Show, featuring high craft and fine art.

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TORY COWLES: JUXTAPOSITIONS
JANUARY 15 - FEBRUARY 26, 2022

In partnership with CityDance.

A solo exhibit of installation art featuring elegance and utility in unison.

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Doug Moulden: TOWARD AN UNKNOWN DESTINATION
NOVEMBER 13 - DECEMBER 23, 2021

A solo exhibit of large paintings on wood exploring sylvan landscapes. Texture and surface as well as shaped “canvas” lend sculptural qualities to Moulden’s paintings.

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ALOG Show & Glow Sale
NOVEMBER 3-7, 2021

Fine original works in a wide variety of mediums by more than 20 members of the Art League of Germantown will be featured in the Kay Gallery. ALOG artists present paintings, drawings, photographs, finely crafted jewelry, sculpture, fused glass, ceramics, fiber art pieces, mixed media works +. 

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Quotable Quarantine Student Exhibit
SEPTEMBER 18- OCTOBER 30, 2021

Featuring 156 artworks by local youth artists responding to an invitation to create a work inspired by their quarantine experience during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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William C. Wright: Landscapes
JUNE 20 - AUGUST 21, 2021

Working in both watercolor and oil, his brushwork often tells the story of rural landscapes near his home in Maryland or wild and unspoiled locations he discovers on his travels across the U.S.  View Online Exhibit... 

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IMAGINATION: 1 x 4 SAQA Regional Exhibit
JANUARY 9 – FEBRUARY 20, 2021

50 Unique Art Quilts with a Uniform 1' x 4' Format by Artist members of Studio Artist Quilt Associates (SAQA)

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Cheriss May: Beyond the Protest 
OCTOBER 3 – DECEMBER 31, 2020 

Solo Exhibit Exploring the Intersection of Race, Politics & Protest by Award-winning Photojournalist Cheriss May 

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Ellen Cornett: Into the Woods 
SEPTEMBER 12 – OCTOBER 31, 2020

Solo Exhibit of Drawings Exploring Themes of Conflict, Misunderstanding and Absurdity by Maryland Artist

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Gordana Gerskovic: Texturescapes 
JUNE 20 – JULY 31, 2020 

Solo Exhibition Featuring 35 Abstract Photographs of Textures Found in the Landscape by Local Artist

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Youth Art Month:
MCPS Students 
MARCH 6 – 14, 2020  

Showcasing School Art Projects by K-12 Students from Montgomery County Public Schools Located in Germantown

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Heloisa Escudero:
Tools for the Mind 
JANUARY 11 – FEBRUARY 22, 2020 

Solo Exhibit and Performative Installation Focused on Interaction, Reaction, Inclusiveness & Participation 

Artist Opportunities
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Galleries

The Kay Gallery is located on the main level and has 1,500 square feet of exhibition space with 16-foot-high walls topped by clerestory windows. Gallery II is located on the upper level and has up to 140 linear feet of wall display space, a wall of windows, and varied ceiling height with some areas open to the two-story atrium. 

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