Hal Gomer Gallery and Patricia Barland Gallery
Chesapeake Arts Center has two professional gallery spaces — the Hal Gomer Gallery and the Patricia Barland Gallery — as well as display spaces in hallways and in the Hammonds Lane Theater lobby. Renovated in 2015, Chesapeake Arts Center renamed its gallery closest to the main entrance after the beloved late artist and former Brooklyn Park High School art teacher, Thomas Hal Gomer. The gallery has two adjoining sections; room 1 is 374 square feet and the 2nd room is 363 square feet.
Located adjacent to the Hal Gomer Gallery is the Patricia Barland Gallery which was constructed in Spring 2022 when CAC office space was renovated into a new 800 square foot gallery space. Funds to create this gallery were provided by the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority.* The gallery was renamed the Patricia Barland Gallery in September 2024 in honor of longtime CAC donor and former CAC Board member Patricia Barland.
*(This Project has been financed in part with State funds from the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority, an instrumentality of the State of Maryland. However, Project contents or opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority.)
Gallery Hours:
Monday-Thursday 10 am-6 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10 am-1 pm
*The above hours are subject to change based on Holidays and Closings. Updated information in regards to current Holidays and Closings that would affect available gallery hours can be found at the top banner of our website, Instagram, and Facebook prior to said date(s). Please contact us if there are any questions.
ON VIEW IN THE PATRICIA BARLAND GALLERY
Coming Soon…
HeART Exhibition Fundraiser
Patricia Barland Gallery I January 29 - February 16, 2025
Reception and Fundraiser: February 7, 2025, 6 pm - 8 pm
February is recognized as American Heart Month, a dedicated time for everyone to prioritize their cardiovascular health.
The Chesapeake Arts Center is partnering with Baltimore Washington Medical Center for the heART Fundraiser and Gallery Reception on February 7, 2025, from 6 PM to 8 PM.
Express your creativity by turning a small, pre-cut heart into a one-of-a-kind piece of art for our “HeART” exhibit and fundraiser! Whether you choose to paint, embellish, decorate, or adorn your heart, your contribution will join over 200 other creations made by professional artists, community members, and students. These heartfelt artworks will be elegantly showcased throughout the Patricia Barland Gallery and will be available for purchase on Friday, February 7. Proceeds will benefit CAC and Baltimore Washington Medical Center, merging the power of art with the spirit of giving.
The exhibition will be on display in the Patricia Barland Gallery from January 29 to February 16, 2025
Due to inclement weather, we have extended the deadline for HeART drop off - Participating Artists must pick up and return heART template to CAC by Monday, January 27, 2025.
For more information and where to fill out the form for your HeARTwork, please visit our submission form here. All are welcomed and encouraged to participate. Participating Artists must fill out the submission form for consideration.
ON VIEW IN HAL GOMER GALLERY
Coming Soon…
Shadows Of My Labor
An exhibition honoring Black History Month
Hal Gomer Gallery I January 23 – March 4, 2025
Reception: February 20, 2025 6 - 8 pm
This year's Black History Month theme, 'African Americans and Labor,' provides a vital platform to honor and recognize the impactful contributions of Black and African American artists across various disciplines. The exhibition will highlight not only their artistic achievements but also their roles in advancing social justice, cultural movements, and activism, creating a rich narrative that connects artistry with the labor that shapes society. Through visual arts, music, and activism, the showcased work will illuminate the intersections of creativity and the pursuit of equality, celebrating the enduring legacy and influence of Black and African American artists in these artistic fields.