If you enjoy various types of fine arts, particularly those made here in Pennsylvania, then the First United Methodist Church at 206 S. Market Street, Muncy, may be the place for you as the Muncy Historical Society hosts the 15th annual invitational Artists Exhibition and Sale on Friday, November 12, from 5:30 to 9 p.m., and on Saturday, November 13, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

The Society’s art show committee wants to ensure that show guests experience a well-rounded event that includes a wide range of artistic expression–diversity and excellent artistry remain paramount to the selection process. The show will feature some of the most talented artists in Pennsylvania whose works are exhibited and collected nationally; many share a close relationship with Lycoming County and the surrounding area. It includes a wide range of arts and craftsmanship, including oil, acrylic, scratchboard, pastels, and watercolor paintings, jewelry, ceramics, metal- and woodworking, textiles, mixed media, mosaics, sculpture, stained glass, and home décor. The show will be a rich and varied collection of original work along with signed and numbered limited-edition reproductions. Two of the Society’s published books will also be available – “Deeds of the Valley” by Paul C. Metzger and “Dragon Views and Other Observations” by Bruce Storm, with both authors available to personalize. The artists will be available during both Friday and Saturday hours to meet and greet show attendees.

This year’s artists include Lynette Ambruch, Judith Cole Costello, Robert Hughes, Selinda Kennedy, Lynn Kibbe, Abby Machamer, Deb Parsons, Tammy Quigley, Kris Robbins, Mark Robbins, Roger Shipley, Theresa Spitler, Deb Stabley, Bruce Storm, Nella Godbey Storm, and Wynn Yarrow.

“A panel of independent jurors evaluates new applicants and selects from our stable of previously juried talented artisans to choose those who will be asked to participate in the current year’s show. While each exhibition is different, a small number of our artists are core to the show,” Linda Poulton, show coordinator, told Webb Weekly. “We are careful to offer a mix of traditional and contemporary styles and techniques from oil paintings to acrylics to mixed media. We are very fortunate to be able to introduce our community to such incredibly gifted artists and to be able to vary the show each year with different artistic expressions.”

In concern for the health and safety of the show, volunteers, artists, and guests, masks will be required for everyone, and there will be no opening night reception this year.

Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in a silent auction on Friday and until 1 p.m. on Saturday. Attendees may also register for a $250 gift certificate, drawing toward a purchase at the 2022 Artists Show.

This year’s show proceeds will benefit the Muncy Historical Society’s educational initiatives and outreach, including the 6th “Pops at Pepper Street” concert and the Fort Brady Heritage Park development located at the north end of Muncy.

Arts funding support has been provided by Gary’s Furniture, 3 Factory Street, Picture Rocks; state funding through a grant from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, an agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and friends of the Muncy Historical Society.

Directions to the Artists Exhibition and Show:

From I-180 West, EXIT 10, Main Street, Muncy; make first left onto Musser Lane; then first right onto S. Market Street; church & parking on the left. Use lower-level parking.

From I-180 East, EXIT 12, Route 405/Water Street, Muncy; left at light onto S. Main Street; approximately 1.5 miles right onto Musser Lane; first right onto S. Market Street, church & parking on the left. Use lower-level parking.

For more information, visit http://www.MuncyHistoricalSociety.org, call (570) 546-5917 or send an email to MuncyHistorical@aol.com.