Neil Hammer Gallery
The Neil Hammer Gallery is available at no charge to local artists, photographers, and crafts people. The gallery is scheduled for one month at a time per artist. Artists interested in displaying their work should speak with the Director or a library administrator. Meekins Library serves as a public library to community members of all ages and as the school library for the children of Williamsburg. Only family friendly artwork is considered.
Occasionally works are displayed in other areas of the library. All policies for the Gallery apply to any area in the library or grounds where art is displayed.
Installation and removal
- The exhibitor is responsible for installing, labeling, and removing the exhibit promptly on the agreed upon dates. The exhibitor must be identified by name within the display.
- All displays/exhibits must be set up and removed with as little interference as possible to the daily operations of the Library. Once the exhibit is installed, changes may be made only with Library approval.
- Any expenses incurred at the time of installation or removal are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
- No direct mounting of materials is permitted on the walls or windows of the Neil Hammer Gallery.
Damages and Risks
- The library is not responsible for any losses or damage of artwork. All materials are displayed at the exhibitor’s own risk.
- Damages to the premises, equipment or furnishings as a result of exhibitor use will be charged to the individual or group responsible.
Publicity and Hours
- The library sends out press releases to local media. The exhibitor must provide a brief statement and publicity photos for this purpose.
- Artists may send announcements/invitations, and/or provide for an opening reception at their own expense. The artist must schedule this event with the library in advance to avoid conflicts with other groups using the space.
- The exhibit areas are open to the public only during the regular open hours of the library unless by special arrangement.
Fees and Sales
- Exhibitors using display spaces may not charge an admission fee.
- The library shall not be responsible for handling any money from the sale of items displayed. Exhibitors who desire to sell items shall include as part of their displays information on how to purchase items. Any items sold during a display period shall remain on display until all items are scheduled to be removed.
- If works are sold, the library expects a donation of 10% of the proceeds.
Art Displayed on the grounds of Meekins Library
Requests for displaying works of art on the grounds of Meekins Library will be considered by the Director and the Board of Library Trustees. In the event that the artwork to be displayed would be highly visible, the Board of Selectmen will be notified in advance of installation.
The exhibitor will follow the guidelines outlined for the Neil Hammer Gallery. The same risks and responsibilities apply.
Approved by Board 4/2026.