Public Use of Gallery
The library provides display and exhibit space as part of its mission to be a gathering space. The gallery is available to individuals and nonprofit groups. To be eligible to reserve exhibit/display space, you must have a library card from MCPL and be at least 18 years old. Please read the Art Exhibit and Display Policy [1]for full information.
Exhibit and Display Space
The following Gallery spaces are available for the public on the first floor of the Main Library on Kirkwood Avenue for a minimum of one week and a maximum of 4 weeks.
One or more carpeted walls may be reserved:
- Wall A 17 1/3 ft. long
- Wall B 17 1/2 ft. long
- Wall C 10 ft. long
- Wall D 16 ft. long
- Ceiling height: approximately 17 1/2 ft.
Please refer to the Art Exhibit/Display Application (pdf) [2] for a drawing of the space.
You are required to provide appropriately sized hangers for displays.
To Reserve Space
There are several different ways you may submit a Gallery reservation request to MCPL. Requests should be made one month prior to the exhibit. Final approval for your request may take up three business days.
- Submit request online:
- If you prefer, you may submit a request by:
- calling (812) 349-3050 or
- filling out an application in person at Administration (3rd floor, Main Library). For your convenience, you can print out the Art Exhibit and Display Application (pdf format) [2].
- calling (812) 349-3050 or
To Reserve Other Display Spaces
The display window on the second floor is usually reserved for teen exhibits. Call 349-3288 to inquire about it.
For use of the Ellettsville Branch display case, please call the branch manager at 876-1272.
To Reserve a Meeting Room
If you want to reserve a meeting room for a reception or event related to a Gallery Exhibit, please call (812) 349-3050 or go to Meeting Rooms [5].
Community Calendar on Community Access Television Services (CATS)
To have your exhibit listed in the CATS Community Calendar, send an email to commcal [at] mcpl [dot] info (Community Calendar) or call 349-3111 at least two weeks in advance. You can also stop by the CATS desk on the first floor of the library. See CATS Community Calendar [6] for more information.
Questions?
If you have any questions or concerns about reserving exhibit and display space, please call the Administrative Office Manager at 349-3050 between the hours of 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
