Exhibits
At our library, we believe that art has the power to inspire, enrich, and connect communities. We take pride in fostering a dynamic connection between our artists and the community. Through our exhibits, we aim to not only provide a platform for local talent, but also encourage dialogue and appreciation for the arts.
We actively seek out emerging and established artists from the seacoast area, providing them with a platform to exhibit their work. By highlighting local artists, we celebrate the unique perspectives and cultural diversity that enrich our community. If you are interested in exhibiting your art in our space, please fill out our request to exhibit form, or contact our Programming & Marketing librarian, Tori, at t.simpsontucker.nhpl@gmail.com.
Art Currently on Exhibit
Program Room
MARCH 2025
On view March 3-28, 2025.
Artist Statement
Growing up in Maynard, MA Laura loved her weekend and summer visits on the coast of NH where her grandparents lived. While raising her four children and teaching music she spent twenty years in Ohio. Upon returning to the coast to care for her mother, she fell back in love with the New England coast.
She bloomed late as an artist beginning ten years ago when she took her first drawing class and subsequently fell in love with oil painting. Her studies include landscape, figurative, still life, plein air and abstract. She has studied with many of the best teachers on the NH seacoast.
Her work is in the homes of numerous collectors locally, nationally and internationally.
Join us for an exhibit reception on Saturday, March 8 at 1PM and get to know the artist while enjoying light refreshments provided by our Friends of the Library!
As we strive to foster a rich cultural atmosphere and establish the library as a center for creativity, we invite artists who wish to exhibit their work to contact Tori Simpson-Tucker at t.simpsontucker.nhpl@gmail.com.
Upcoming
APRIL 2025
On view April 1-30, 2025.
EXHIBIT OPENING RECEPTION
Tuesday, April 1⋅6:00 – 7:00pm
Check out our upcoming photography exhibition! Featuring images from local North Hampton photographer Rick Dumont. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of photography. Visit us at 239 Atlantic Avenue any time throughout the month of April. Join us for an exhibit reception on Tuesday, April 1 at 6PM and get to know the artist while enjoying light refreshments provided by our Friends of the Library!
About the Artist: Rick Dumont – Photographer
Rick Dumont is a passionate event and portrait photographer based in North Hampton, NH. As the owner of Rick Dumont Images, he specializes in capturing moments that tell compelling stories, whether through live events, corporate photography, or personal portraits. A longtime resident of Atlantic Avenue, Rick is an active member of The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth and is well known for his dedication to the local
community. He frequently donates his time and talent to area non-profits and contributes to major Portsmouth events such as Restaurant Week and Hit The Decks. In 2003, he was a member of the Portsmouth400 photography team. His commercial work includes website content photography, corporate events, and professional headshots.
For this exhibition at the North Hampton Public Library, Rick is showcasing a series of portraits originally displayed in a Seacoast Rep exhibition connected to the musical In the Heights. Each portrait is accompanied by a short description, sharing how he relates to the subject—offering a personal and artistic connection to the images on display.
For more of Rick’s work, visit Rick Dumont Images or connect with him at local events throughout the Seacoast area.