Exhibits
Art exhibits offer a unique opportunity to experience the world through different perspectives, igniting imagination and fostering cultural understanding. Whether you're an art enthusiast or a casual observer, these curated collections provide a space for reflection, inspiration, and connection with both local and global artistic voices.
At the Cultural Arts Center, we're proud to showcase a diverse range of exhibits across our multiple gallery spaces:
Hall Gallery (Upper Level Hall)
Main Gallery (Upper Art Studio)
Monthly Rotating Gallery (Evendale Room, Recreation Center)
Outdoor Photo Exhibit every October (Pool Fence)
2026 Art Exhibits Schedule
Evendale Fine Arts Exhibit 2026
22nd Annual Juried Exhibition | May 1–4, 2026
Evendale Recreation Center | 10500 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45241
Free Admission
Considered one of the best juried art shows in Greater Cincinnati
About the Exhibit-View Online Here
The Evendale Fine Art Exhibit is one of Greater Cincinnati’s premier juried fine art exhibitions — a beloved annual tradition celebrating outstanding work by regional artists. This year’s show features 80+ original works in painting, drawing, printmaking, and sculpture, selected from artists living or working within a 50-mile radius of Evendale.
Experience the exhibit at the Evendale Recreation Center, where a steady stream of engaged community visitors gathers each year to celebrate the art and the artists who create it.
❖ BIGGER & BETTER THIS YEAR — Student Art Showcase
Featured works by Princeton High School and Princeton Middle School students line the hallway leading into the exhibit — every visitor passes through a celebration of the next generation of Greater Cincinnati artists.
Opening Night & Exhibit Programming
Toast the Artists at Opening Night
Friday, May 1 | 6:00–8:00 pm
Join us to celebrate the artists and their work with live music by the Midnight Rose Trio — performing vibrant arrangements of pop, classical, and Celtic music. Enjoy complimentary refreshments and stay for the awards ceremony at 7 pm.
Live Music · Harp with Katie Whitacre
Saturday, May 2 | 2:00–4:00 pm
Harpist Katie Whitacre performs a serene and stunning accompaniment to your Sunday gallery experience.
Live Music · Classical Guitar with Richard Goering
Sunday, May 3 | 2:00–4:00 pm
Guitarist Richard Goering performs a beautiful afternoon set of classical guitar — the perfect accompaniment to an afternoon in the gallery.
Exhibit Hours
Friday, May 1 6:00–8:00 pm
Saturday, May 2 12:00–4:00 pm
Sunday, May 3 1:00–4:00 pm
Monday, May 4 1:00–5:00 pm
Awards
- Best in Show: $500 + One-Person Exhibit at the Evendale Cultural Arts Center
- Second Place: $350
- Third Place: $200
- Honorable Mention (×3): $75 each
About the Juror
John Lanzador
Cincinnati-based artist, designer & educator
A Cincinnati-based artist, designer, and former art educator with more than 33 years of teaching experience, John Lanzador holds a Master’s degree from UC’s College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP). He works across painting, printmaking, and woodcarving, and has been recognized with the ArtsWave 2025 B&B Artists Grant and CityBeat’s 2025 Best Gallery Exhibit. He previously served as Artist in Residence at the Cincinnati Art Museum’s Rosenthal Education Center. Lanzador brings a thoughtful perspective rooted in craftsmanship, visual storytelling, and community engagement.
Location & Contact
Evendale Recreation Center
10500 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45241
Questions? Contact Susan Gordy, Evendale Cultural Arts | 513-563-1350
Brought to you by the Village of Evendale Cultural Arts & Recreation Departments
JANUARY - FEBRUARY | Christine Moore
MARCH - APRIL | Laura Ross
MAY - JUNE | John Lanzador - 2026 Evendale Fine Art Exhibit Juror
JULY-AUGUST |
Evendale Cultural Arts Center - Upper Studio Gallery
*Note: All exhibits are open during regular gallery hours unless otherwise specified. Please check our website for current gallery hours and any schedule updates.*