The Chandler Gallery
Gallery Hours
Thursday, 4-6 pm, Saturday-Sunday 1-3 pm
The gallery is also open during performance intermissions, or by appointment during the week: 802-728-9878.
About Chandler Gallery
The Chandler Gallery is a year-round, non-profit art gallery operated primarily by volunteers. It is overseen by Chandler Center for the Arts and an active Gallery committee. The Gallery is located in the same building as historic Chandler Music Hall.
The Gallery holds approximately eight exhibits per year, covering a wide range of artists, artisans and craftspeople in a broad range of media. Annually in April a diverse array of art from regional artists is celebrated in the "Local Artist Show" that coincides with the popular Mud Season Variety Show presented in the Music Hall. From a single renowned artist to an acclaimed traveling show like the "Art of Iraqi Children”, the Chandler Gallery's varied and impressive exhibits are influenced by the enthusiasm, style and innovation of the creators. The exhibits are scheduled to simultaneously complement the performances at the Music Hall. Receptions, special talks, demonstrations and workshops are also scheduled. Visit our rentals page to learn more about scheduling your organization’s event.
Chandler Gallery History
The Gallery is housed in the same structure as the Music Hall. This space functioned as the Parish House for Bethany Church until 1979 when it was acquired by the Albert B. Chandler Cultural Foundation from the church. It was transformed into a cultural center and deeded directly to the Town of Randolph.
Display Your Work
The Gallery is always on the lookout for new and creative exhibits to feature. Do you think the Gallery may be an appropriate venue for your work? Please contact us.
“It's great that Randolph is the geographical center of Vermont, because Chandler, with its wonderful Gallery and magnificent Music Hall, is the 'heart of the arts' in Vermont.”
—Jim Sardonis, sculptor
“Chandler Gallery is an important facet in Randolph's cultural crown jewel known as Chandler Center for the Arts. The gallery plays an important and vital role in our community, by providing a venue for the exhibition of 2-D and 3-D artwork by artists of all kinds: kids, students, aspiring amateurs and established professionals. At Chandler Gallery exhibits, it's always great to see the vast array of art and craft being made right here in Randolph and the surrounding towns.”
—David Hurwitz, woodworker
Upcoming Gallery Exhibits
July 1-August 29, 2010
Impressions: Virginia Webb and George Lawrence
Virginia Webb presents landscapes, stills and portrait works in oil. George Lawrence exhibits miniatures: watercolor and acrylic landscapes and abstracts, as well as matchbook paintings. Admission is free.
Read about the Virginia Webb and George Lawrence and the exhibit.
Sep 12 to Nov 13 2010 Connections
Artists invade Chandler for a weekend and create works of art in a variety of medium that reflect their physical and spiritual connections to our renovated space. This innovative exhibit celebrates Chandler’s rebirth through artistic expression and many pieces will be auctioned off to sustain its continued inspiration to our creative community.
Nov 18 to Dec 21 2010 Artisan’s Bazaar
Shop for amazing and unique holiday gifts from juried Vermont and New Hampshire artists and craftspeople.
Jan 8 to Feb 20 2010 Interwoven - Bhakti and Holly Walker
Acclaimed weaving and pottery from two women who are defining new directions in the world of crafts make this a must see exhibit.
February 26 - March 27 Reflections on Life- Photography and Writing
The Hale Street Writer's Project captures reflections on life and Jack Rowell captures their enduring images with his insightful photographic images. Jack will also exhibit additional photographs form his extensive portfolio of images that reflect life.
April 2 - May 15 2010
Art Shapes Vermont
Students of all ages respond to our natural environment in our perennially popular exhibit from area schools.
May 20 – July 10 2010
Area Artists
Chandler Gallery’s annual open call exhibit gives center stage to the creative artistic endeavors of our community.