DEMUTH MUSEUM OF ART
Demuth Museum of Art on King (120 East King Street) Demuth Museum of Art on Lime (135 North Lime Street). 717-299-9940
Charles Demuth
About:
Founded on the groundbreaking work of American Modern artist Charles Demuth, the museum’s collections, exhibitions, and programs at Demuth Museum of Art cultivate artistic expression and cultural education for all.
A master watercolorist and pioneer of the Precisionist style, Charles Demuth (1883–1935) was an American Modern artist, member of the early-20th century LGBTQ+ avant-garde, and a native of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
We invite you to celebrate the art of Charles Demuth and regional artists through the museum’s inspiring collections, as well as contemporary exhibitions and programs that foster creativity and appreciation of art and artists.
July
This selection from the permanent collection highlights summer scenes and family portraits by Charles Demuth. Pieces on view include The Bay #4, Man and Woman on the Beach, Marine, Three Masted Schooner, Augusta Demuth, and Father Demuth in Bed.
250 on King
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States, we are featuring an exhibition that explores key moments in our site’s history, from colonial times to today. The show will incorporate both fine art and historical objects to tell how the Demuth family has been an integral part of Lancaster’s development from the first inland city of the 13 colonies to today’s vibrant and diverse community, including the ways the Demuths celebrated Independence Days throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
64th Annual Community Art Exhibition
The annual Community Art Exhibition is an open call show that celebrates Lancaster County’s artists and the creativity that flourishes here. Artworks by local artists are eligible for First, Second, and Third Place Awards, and the People’s Choice Award. Thank you to this year’s awards juror, Amanda Burdan!
The exhibition is open to all artists 16 years of age or older who reside or work in Lancaster County.
This year’s Community Art Exhibition is sponsored by PNC Trusts Pryor and Arlene Neuber Charitable Trust.
Community played a central role in Charles Demuth’s life. His social network extended far beyond Lancaster County to the most prominent and celebrated voices in the avant-garde artistic circles of the early twentieth century. From crowded underground jazz clubs to portraits, both formal and in his poster portrait style, Demuth often portrayed his friends in his work. We invited local artists to use the theme of friendship as inspiration to create new work in this special exhibition.