September 12 - October 12, 2025

Gallery Hours: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, noon to 5 pm

Opening Reception: September 12, 6 - 8 pm
(Member Preview: 5 - 6 pm)

New Hope Then and Now is a juried art exhibition celebrating both the town's historic architecture and contemporary scenes. Presented in partnership with the New Hope Historical Society, this exhibition honors the town's past, reflects on its present, and interprets its evolving character through a creative lens.

Special Event: October 9, 6 - 7:30 pm, Gallery Talk with Roy Ziegler

In partnership with the New Hope Arts Center and the New Hope Historical Society, this special event invites you to experience the town’s timeless charm through both art and history. Your ticket includes entry to a captivating art exhibition featuring New Hope’s iconic architecture, scenic streets, riverfront, canal towpath, centuries-old buildings, and modern landmarks.

The evening continues with an illuminating lecture presented by Roy Ziegler, past president and current member of the board of directors of the New Hope Historical Society, offering a deep dive into the events, people, and cultural movements that shaped the community. Learn how New Hope evolved from a colonial-era settlement into a thriving hub for the arts, commerce, and tourism, and discover fascinating stories about the landmarks still standing today. Together, the exhibition and lecture provide a unique opportunity to see New Hope through both an artist’s lens and a historian’s insight—bridging the past and present in one unforgettable experience.

Read more about the exhibition in The Bucks County Herald or New Hope News.