06/17/2026
Central Art Gallery announces its June art exhibition, a collaboration with Maddy Tuttle and Jackson County Library Services, entitled "Art of Belonging: A People's Gallery," celebrating the creativity and talents of unhoused patrons.
3rd Friday reception will be from 5-8pm on June 19. Central Art Gallery is located in downtown Medford at 101 N. Central.
"This show intends to challenge negative perceptions around homelessness and support a holistic awareness and appreciation of individuals while creating a safe and celebratory space for self-expression. The series invites the viewer to reflect on our need for community care, empathy, and curiosity. We all need community."
-from Show Statement
How the show came together:
Over the course of three months, community members created pieces during drop-in sessions hosted at Rogue Retreat, The OHRA Center, and the Medford and Ashland libraries. All materials used to create these pieces were sourced through a community art supply drive hosted at Central Art, ScrappyCraft/The Artist Attic, and the Medford Library.
This show was organized by Madeline Tuttle (Community Resource Specialist) and Meghan Thompson (Librarian) from Jackson County Library Services and was supported by Central Art, the OHSU Street Nursing Team, ScrappyCraft/The Artist Attic, The OHRA Center, and Rogue Retreat.
Fri. 6/19 5-8pm – Art Walk reception
Show will be up 6/19-7/11/26. Exhibit will be available for viewing Mon-Fri 10-5:30/Sat 10-4:30 (Gallery hours), except during classes.
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