Art at Silverwood

Explore art inside Silverwood's Visitor Center! Art can be found around every corner. Walk through the gallery space to see larger installations or wander down the halls to see smaller exhibitions.
 
The gallery has hosted artwork from numerous artists since the visitor center opened in 2009, and focuses on elevating local artists that explore nature themes. From one-person shows to group shows, Silverwood has created a home for contemporary visual art in a variety of mediums.
 
Exhibitions rotate throughout the year.

Opportunities for Artists

Call for Gallery Proposals (2026)

Silverwood Park is seeking proposals to be considered for the 2026 gallery season in the Silverwood Park Gallery and Annex Gallery located in the Visitor’s Center.

  • Deadline: January 31, 2025

Learn more and apply.

Upcoming Exhibitions

To Unfold

Erin Paradis

Dates: January 9–February 28, 2025

Opening reception: Thursday, January 9, from 6–8 PM

To Unfold is an exhibition exploring the dynamic dialogue between shape, color, and form. 

This collection of abstract imagery and ceramic objects in Paradis' work draws attention to the layering of small, everyday moments and the significant events that serve as pillars in our lives.

A decorative ceramic piece featuring a repeating wave pattern in mint green, salmon pink and white. The design shows textured horizontal lines and curved waves across four rows, bordered by a wavy white edge on the left side and bottom.
Pink with White Trim; clay, underglaze, glaze; 12.75” x 10” x .5”; 2024

No Time to Waste

Erik Jon Olson

Dates: January 9–February 28, 2025

Opening reception: Thursday, January 9, from 6–8 PM

No Time to Waste is an exhibit of works by Erik Jon Olson using quilted plastic waste as his medium. His work reminds us of two urgent truths. 

One, we are quickly running out of time to effectively hinder climate change or to mitigate its effects. 

Two, because of the plethora of plastic waste currently in our environment, we now live in a time in which we can no longer afford to discard any more. 

This exhibition asks viewers to consider their role in these complex issues and what actions they can take towards a solution.

An abstract collage artwork by Erik Jon Olson, created from quilted plastic waste. The piece features a red and gray diagonal stripe cutting across the center, surrounded by repurposed plastic in blue, black, yellow and multicolored sections. The textured black areas appear quilted or shredded, creating a flowing curved pattern through the work.
SLICK!, quilted plastic waste, 45"x 40", 2022
a round metal sculpture on three angled legs. It looks like a UFO.

Art on Foot

Looking for more art? Step outside! Take virtual tours of the art-on-foot poetry trail and sculpture trail at Silverwood.