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Altoona
All My Life’s A Circle
artwork by Barbara Hollander
in the Shirley and Fred A. Pechter Gallery and Paul I. Detwiler Education Center
July 18, 2025 – October 5, 2025
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Barbara Hollander dedicated over two decades of her life to SAMA Altoona, where she served as both the Education Coordinator and Site Coordinator. In these roles, she was instrumental in growing attendance, developing educational programs, and fostering meaningful connections within the community. Her work embodies SAMA's mission of inclusivity and creativity, and this exhibition serves as both a tribute to her contributions and an invitation to the community to experience her artistic legacy.
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Altoona
Poster Perfect: A Cinematic Showcase
selections from the Permanent Collection
in the George A. and Herbert T. Wolf Gallery
July 18, 2025 – October 5, 2025
See an exhibition featuring art for movie promotions from the Mark del Costello special collection of posters. This exhibition runs in conjunction with the Altoona Reel Film Festival, Altoona's first film festival, hosted by Penn State Altoona on September 20, 2025.
Bedford
Donald M. Robinson Photography Biennial 2025
juried art exhibition in all eight galleries of the museum
July 25, 2025 – October 19, 2025
The Donald M. Robinson Photography Biennial is a juried exhibition occurring every two years attracting photographers from across the nation. Cash awards will include a top prize of $2,000 for first place, $1,000 second place award, and $750 for the third-place award. Artworks included in the exhibition were selected by juror, Nicole Elliott. Prizes will be awarded during the celebration and were selected by juror, Skip Allen. The exhibition and events are sponsored by the Donald & Sylvia Robinson Family Foundation and Benzel’s Bretzel Bakery Inc.
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Johnstown
Celebrations
August 15, 2025 – December 2025
In conjunction with The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art (SAMA) fiftieth anniversary celebration, we are excited to announce an exhibition of vibrant art created by artist Anita Williams at our Johnstown location. Along with selected pieces from SAMA’s permanent collection, the exhibit features artwork celebrating nature, movement and the arts. This exhibition is sponsored by Laurel Toyota.
Ligonier
Nora and Stuart Thompson: Rots, Pots, and Mountaintops
August 15, 2025 – November 2, 2025
A compelling and whimsical exhibition celebrating the talents of husband-and-wife artists, Stuart and Nora Thompson. "Rots, Pots, and Mountaintops" are divided into three vibrant sections:
· Rots features Nora Thompson’s playful and eccentric cast of characters. Imbued with personality and charm, these imaginative figures offer a humorous and heartfelt exploration of identity and artistic freedom.
· Pots showcases the collaborative clay work of Stuart and Nora. These three-dimensional pieces reflect the couple’s creative synergy and technical mastery in ceramics.
· Mountaintops spotlights Stuart Thompson’s award-winning paintings, known for their vivid color and subtly representational style that invites the viewer to look again—and look deeper.
