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Join us for September's Old Friends Talk Art with Angelica Penn at 10am Wednesday, September 23 in the Board Room of the Warren County Public Library. Hear about the process of publishing her first book, "The Beast and t...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/old-friends-talk-art-the-beast-and-the-beauty","title":"Old Friends Talk Art: \"The Beast and the Beauty\"","summary":"Join us for September's Old Friends Talk Art with Angelica Penn at 10am Wednesday, September 23 in the Board Room of the Warren County Public Library. Hear about the process of publishing her first book, \"The Beast and t...","date_modified":"2026-09-14T19:58:19Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/nuestras-historias-y-arte-desde-el-coraz%C3%B3n","html_content":"

The Nuestras Hisotrias y Arte Desde el Corazón exhibit is now open through Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15-October 15, 2026.

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/nuestras-historias-y-arte-desde-el-coraz%C3%B3n","title":"NUESTRAS HISTORIAS Y ARTE DESDE EL CORAZÓN","summary":"The Nuestras Hisotrias y Arte Desde el Corazón exhibit is now open through Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15-October 15, 2026. ","date_modified":"2026-09-14T19:42:21Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/ranjoo-youn-with-all-my-heart","html_content":"

Join us at the Warren County History Museum for the opening reception of Ranjoo Youn's exhibition "With All My Heart". BCA is proud to bring this artist's work to the United States for the first time ever.\nThis is a lunc...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/ranjoo-youn-with-all-my-heart","title":"Ranjoo Youn \"With All My Heart\"","summary":"Join us at the Warren County History Museum for the opening reception of Ranjoo Youn's exhibition \"With All My Heart\". BCA is proud to bring this artist's work to the United States for the first time ever.\nThis is a lunc...","date_modified":"2026-05-28T22:16:17Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/57th-annual-town-country-art-show","html_content":"

As the Buchanan Center for the Arts undergoes construction on the second floor, we are happy to announce the 57th Annual Town & Country Art Show for grades 6-12!

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The world premiere of Endymion Cantata by James West will be held February 21, 2026 in Dahl Chapel & Auditorium at Monmouth College. The cantata is written for choir, orchestra, piano, and soprano solo.

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/world-premiere-endymion-cantata-by-james-west","title":"World Premiere: Endymion Cantata by James West","summary":"The world premiere of Endymion Cantata by James West will be held February 21, 2026 in Dahl Chapel & Auditorium at Monmouth College. The cantata is written for choir, orchestra, piano, and soprano solo.","date_modified":"2026-01-27T17:50:59Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/contemporary-art-center-of-peoria-artist-member-group-exhibition","html_content":"

What a wonderful turnout for the opening reception! Thank you, Monmouth College Catering Services, for the delicious refreshments, Stacy Lotz for help securing and curating the space, and William Butler for organizing th...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/contemporary-art-center-of-peoria-artist-member-group-exhibition","title":"Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Artist Member Group Exhibition","summary":"What a wonderful turnout for the opening reception! Thank you, Monmouth College Catering Services, for the delicious refreshments, Stacy Lotz for help securing and curating the space, and William Butler for organizing th...","date_modified":"2026-01-27T17:43:58Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/64arts-2025","html_content":"

What a lively night and opening reception at the Buchanan Center for the Arts!

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Join us in the Warren County Public Library for this month's Old Friends Talk Art. We will be talking with Susan Van Kirk as she discusses her latest book in the Endurance Mystery Series. Susan and the BCA will also raff...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/old-friends-talk-art-reading-between-the-lines","title":"Old Friends Talk Art: \"Reading Between the Lines\"","summary":"Join us in the Warren County Public Library for this month's Old Friends Talk Art. We will be talking with Susan Van Kirk as she discusses her latest book in the Endurance Mystery Series. Susan and the BCA will also raff...","date_modified":"2025-12-02T19:49:06Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/2nd-day-of-christmas-in-the-bca-gift-shop-holiday-cards","html_content":"

On the second day of Christmas, the BCA Gift Shop features holiday cards. The best prices in town, ranging from $0.80 to $5 each, you can give a card to every family member! Kathleen Fannin has her watercolor cards in p...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/2nd-day-of-christmas-in-the-bca-gift-shop-holiday-cards","title":"2nd Day of Christmas in the BCA Gift Shop: Holiday Cards","summary":" On the second day of Christmas, the BCA Gift Shop features holiday cards. The best prices in town, ranging from $0.80 to $5 each, you can give a card to every family member! Kathleen Fannin has her watercolor cards in p...","date_modified":"2025-12-02T19:47:26Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/first-day-of-christmas-in-the-bca-gift-shop-dan-gina-rubner","html_content":"

Join us as we celebrate the 12 days of Christmas, BCA Gift Shop style. The first day of Christmas we feature Dan & Gina Rubner. They have been a beloved fixture in the gift shop, specializing in repurposed silverware. T...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/first-day-of-christmas-in-the-bca-gift-shop-dan-gina-rubner","title":"1st Day of Christmas in the BCA Gift Shop: Dan & Gina Rubner","summary":" Join us as we celebrate the 12 days of Christmas, BCA Gift Shop style. The first day of Christmas we feature Dan & Gina Rubner. They have been a beloved fixture in the gift shop, specializing in repurposed silverware. T...","date_modified":"2025-12-02T19:45:34Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/security-savings-bank-44th-annual-amateur-photography-show","html_content":"

Congratulations to our 44th Annual Security Savings Bank Photography Show award winners:

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/security-savings-bank-44th-annual-amateur-photography-show","title":"Security Savings Bank 44th Annual Amateur Photography Show","summary":"Congratulations to our 44th Annual Security Savings Bank Photography Show award winners:","date_modified":"2025-11-18T19:42:51Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/rebecca-quick","html_content":"

Rebecca Quick has brought in new ceramic wares! Along with mugs, she has also created worry stones. These stones are meant to be taken wherever you go. Rub them, spin them, rock them, the possibilities are endless! Small...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/rebecca-quick","title":"Rebecca Quick","summary":"Rebecca Quick has brought in new ceramic wares! Along with mugs, she has also created worry stones. These stones are meant to be taken wherever you go. Rub them, spin them, rock them, the possibilities are endless! Small...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T18:14:29Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/deb-lutz","html_content":"

Deb Lutz is a BCA Gift Shop artist known for her fractal art images. Fractals are endlessly repeating patterns that vary according to a set formula, a mixture of art and geometry. Lutz uses calculations to generate her i...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/deb-lutz","title":"Deb Lutz","summary":"Deb Lutz is a BCA Gift Shop artist known for her fractal art images. Fractals are endlessly repeating patterns that vary according to a set formula, a mixture of art and geometry. Lutz uses calculations to generate her i...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T18:13:32Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/ceramic-wares","html_content":"

Stop in to the BCA Gift Shop today. We have a variety of different ceramic wares from functional to decorative, and everything in between. These works are all handmade by local artists from Monmouth, Macomb, Burlington, ...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/ceramic-wares","title":"Ceramic Wares","summary":"Stop in to the BCA Gift Shop today. We have a variety of different ceramic wares from functional to decorative, and everything in between. These works are all handmade by local artists from Monmouth, Macomb, Burlington, ...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T18:02:12Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/laurie-reith","html_content":"

NEW GIFT SHOP ARTIST! Laurie Reith is a new BCA Gift Shop Artist from Monmouth. She specializes in handmade cards. She has a card for every occasion, whether you are looking for a funny card or a card for better days. Ea...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/laurie-reith","title":"Laurie Reith","summary":"NEW GIFT SHOP ARTIST! Laurie Reith is a new BCA Gift Shop Artist from Monmouth. She specializes in handmade cards. She has a card for every occasion, whether you are looking for a funny card or a card for better days. Ea...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T18:01:08Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/krista-larson","html_content":"

Current BCA Board Member, Krista Larson, is multifaceted! Not only does she promote the arts in our community, but she is also a local literary artist in her own right. Stop by the BCA Gift Shop today, pick up one of her...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/krista-larson","title":"Krista Larson","summary":"Current BCA Board Member, Krista Larson, is multifaceted! Not only does she promote the arts in our community, but she is also a local literary artist in her own right. Stop by the BCA Gift Shop today, pick up one of her...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T18:00:18Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/julie-latayan","html_content":"

Stop by the BCA Gift Shop today and check out Julie Latayan's ceramic works. She is fascinated with the dimensional possibilities of clay and creates quirky forms that express human emotion in a vivid way. Using acrylic ...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/julie-latayan","title":"Julie Latayan","summary":"Stop by the BCA Gift Shop today and check out Julie Latayan's ceramic works. She is fascinated with the dimensional possibilities of clay and creates quirky forms that express human emotion in a vivid way. Using acrylic ...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:59:19Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/betsy-johnston-1","html_content":"

Betsy Johnston may be most well-known for handmade scarves in the BCA Gift Shop, but she creates so many more items! Currently a best seller in the gift shop, you can purchase one of her cork gift card holders for $6 eac...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/betsy-johnston-1","title":"Betsy Johnston","summary":"Betsy Johnston may be most well-known for handmade scarves in the BCA Gift Shop, but she creates so many more items! Currently a best seller in the gift shop, you can purchase one of her cork gift card holders for $6 eac...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:56:03Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/tory-grove","html_content":"

NEW GIFT SHOP ARTIST!!! Tory Grove is a ceramic artist based on the West Coast. She makes items ranging in size from trinket and soap dishes to platters for larger gatherings. Her works sell for $25-$31.25 each. Stop in ...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/tory-grove","title":"Tory Grove","summary":"NEW GIFT SHOP ARTIST!!! Tory Grove is a ceramic artist based on the West Coast. She makes items ranging in size from trinket and soap dishes to platters for larger gatherings. Her works sell for $25-$31.25 each. Stop in ...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:52:40Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/spread-love","html_content":"

Get a heart for your sweetheart this Valentine's Day. Stop in today and check out the heart shaped necklaces Dan and Gina Rubner make. What a better way to "spread love" than with local handmade work!?! The heart pendant...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/spread-love","title":"Spread Love","summary":"Get a heart for your sweetheart this Valentine's Day. Stop in today and check out the heart shaped necklaces Dan and Gina Rubner make. What a better way to \"spread love\" than with local handmade work!?! The heart pendant...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:51:58Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/carine-brown-1","html_content":"

The groundhog may have seen his shadow, but BCA Gift Shop Artist Carine Brown is ready for spring! Carine brought in some of her mixed media works to fit the season, all priced at $65. She also sells cards for $0.80 each...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/carine-brown-1","title":"Carine Brown","summary":"The groundhog may have seen his shadow, but BCA Gift Shop Artist Carine Brown is ready for spring! Carine brought in some of her mixed media works to fit the season, all priced at $65. She also sells cards for $0.80 each...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:51:01Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/jan-brandt-1","html_content":"

BCA Gift Shop Artist Jan Brandt is known for bright colors and vivid-patterned works. She has brought in new items for the kitchen or on the go. Tea towels are priced at $17 each, and oven mitts are priced at $20 each, w...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/jan-brandt-1","title":"Jan Brandt","summary":"BCA Gift Shop Artist Jan Brandt is known for bright colors and vivid-patterned works. She has brought in new items for the kitchen or on the go. Tea towels are priced at $17 each, and oven mitts are priced at $20 each, w...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:47:43Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/cozy-mysteries","html_content":"

The weather outside is definitely chilly to say the least, but BCA Gift Shop Artist Susan Van Kirk has the perfect solution. Stop in today and check out the collection of cozy mysteries priced at $16.95 a piece. From her...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/cozy-mysteries","title":"Cozy Mysteries","summary":"The weather outside is definitely chilly to say the least, but BCA Gift Shop Artist Susan Van Kirk has the perfect solution. Stop in today and check out the collection of cozy mysteries priced at $16.95 a piece. From her...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:45:48Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/kathleen-fannin-2025-watercolor-calendars","html_content":"

As we enter the third week of January, the BCA Gift Shop has a few calendars left for sale. The watercolor images for each month were created by the beloved Kathleen Fannin. Stop in today before they are all gone! At $20...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/kathleen-fannin-2025-watercolor-calendars","title":"Kathleen Fannin 2025 Watercolor Calendars","summary":"As we enter the third week of January, the BCA Gift Shop has a few calendars left for sale. The watercolor images for each month were created by the beloved Kathleen Fannin. Stop in today before they are all gone! At $20...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:43:18Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/debbie-babb-jacquelyn-davis","html_content":"

What a better way to kick off the new year than stopping into the BCA Gift Shop?!? We have items for all ages, including the little guys. Jacquelyn Davis makes these adorable 100% cotton hand tie-dyed long sleeve and sho...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/debbie-babb-jacquelyn-davis","title":"Debbie Babb & Jacquelyn Davis","summary":"What a better way to kick off the new year than stopping into the BCA Gift Shop?!? We have items for all ages, including the little guys. Jacquelyn Davis makes these adorable 100% cotton hand tie-dyed long sleeve and sho...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:42:12Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/cala-earp","html_content":"

BCA Gift Shop artist, Cala Earp, is in the holiday spirit! All garden stones are reduced in price by 50%. That's right, 50%. Stop in today and one of these could be under your Christmas tree. Prices range from $9.38 to $...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/cala-earp","title":"Cala Earp","summary":"BCA Gift Shop artist, Cala Earp, is in the holiday spirit! All garden stones are reduced in price by 50%. That's right, 50%. Stop in today and one of these could be under your Christmas tree. Prices range from $9.38 to $...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:40:57Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/bca-gift-shop-is-ready-for-the-holidays","html_content":"

The BCA gift shop is ready for the holiday season! Stop in today and find the perfect gift for that special someone. Gift shop artists have made everything from ornaments to functional art. Each item is handmade with a u...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/bca-gift-shop-is-ready-for-the-holidays","title":"BCA Gift Shop is Ready for the Holidays!","summary":"The BCA gift shop is ready for the holiday season! Stop in today and find the perfect gift for that special someone. Gift shop artists have made everything from ornaments to functional art. Each item is handmade with a u...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:40:09Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/woven-scarves","html_content":"

The weather is getting chilly and the weavers have been busy. Check out the new scarf stand in the BCA Gift Shop today. We have a variety of colors to choose from, all made by members of the Tromp-As-Writ Weaving Guild. ...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/woven-scarves","title":"Woven Scarves","summary":"The weather is getting chilly and the weavers have been busy. Check out the new scarf stand in the BCA Gift Shop today. We have a variety of colors to choose from, all made by members of the Tromp-As-Writ Weaving Guild. ...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:39:00Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/sara-simonson","html_content":"

You may have seen Sara Simonson's "Cookies 'n Cream" piece on display for the 64 ARTS exhibition, but did you know she also sells her work in the BCA Gift Shop. These decorative ceramic pillows are great gifts or perfect...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/sara-simonson","title":"Sara Simonson","summary":"You may have seen Sara Simonson's \"Cookies 'n Cream\" piece on display for the 64 ARTS exhibition, but did you know she also sells her work in the BCA Gift Shop. These decorative ceramic pillows are great gifts or perfect...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:38:04Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/jill-henson","html_content":"

NEW GIFT SHOP ARTIST! Jill Henson is a fused glass artist who resides in Sycamore, Illinois. A Warren County native, Jill has created a brilliant and festive collection of fused glass works that is sure to brighten your ...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/jill-henson","title":"Jill Henson","summary":"NEW GIFT SHOP ARTIST! Jill Henson is a fused glass artist who resides in Sycamore, Illinois. A Warren County native, Jill has created a brilliant and festive collection of fused glass works that is sure to brighten your ...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:37:05Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/ghost-stories-of-warren-county-by-lincoln-school-6th-grade","html_content":"

The cemetery walk with the BCA Armoury Players may spook your socks off, but that is nothing compared to the ghost stories 6th graders from Warren County tell! Stop by the BCA today and get your very own copy of "Ghost S...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/ghost-stories-of-warren-county-by-lincoln-school-6th-grade","title":"\"Ghost Stories of Warren County\" by Lincoln School 6th Grade","summary":"The cemetery walk with the BCA Armoury Players may spook your socks off, but that is nothing compared to the ghost stories 6th graders from Warren County tell! Stop by the BCA today and get your very own copy of \"Ghost S...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:20:53Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/renn%C3%A9-bradley-1","html_content":"

Renne Bradley is an artist based in Macomb, Illinois. Bradley's work focuses on a wide range of glazing methods. These ceramic wares have a neutral color palette with a signature pop of red. Each piece has an inspiration...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/renn%C3%A9-bradley-1","title":"Renné Bradley","summary":"Renne Bradley is an artist based in Macomb, Illinois. Bradley's work focuses on a wide range of glazing methods. These ceramic wares have a neutral color palette with a signature pop of red. Each piece has an inspiration...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:19:38Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/julie-latayan-whimsical-heads","html_content":"

Julie Latayan, long time BCA Gift Shop artist, has "Whimsical Heads" on display. Ranging in price from $80-$100 each, they are sure to add that extra funk to your space. These heads are small, but packed with lots of det...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/julie-latayan-whimsical-heads","title":"Julie Latayan: Whimsical Heads","summary":"Julie Latayan, long time BCA Gift Shop artist, has \"Whimsical Heads\" on display. Ranging in price from $80-$100 each, they are sure to add that extra funk to your space. These heads are small, but packed with lots of det...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:18:35Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/large-works-in-the-gift-shop","html_content":"

If you are thinking of purchasing one of these large-scale paintings or photographs, stop in today! We have several pieces ranging in price from $45-$245 each. These are perfect statement pieces to hang over your firepla...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/large-works-in-the-gift-shop","title":"Large Works in the Gift Shop","summary":"If you are thinking of purchasing one of these large-scale paintings or photographs, stop in today! We have several pieces ranging in price from $45-$245 each. These are perfect statement pieces to hang over your firepla...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:17:04Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/kent-broadbent","html_content":"

Kent Broadbent had an exhibition earlier this year, but we were able to keep a few of his works for the BCA gift shop. If you missed the show, stop in today and get a glimpse of the cold wax and oil paintings he creates....

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/kent-broadbent","title":"Kent Broadbent","summary":"Kent Broadbent had an exhibition earlier this year, but we were able to keep a few of his works for the BCA gift shop. If you missed the show, stop in today and get a glimpse of the cold wax and oil paintings he creates....","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:15:27Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/jewelry","html_content":"

Stop into the BCA Gift Shop today and check out our selection of jewelry, hand made by local artists. Ranging in price from $5-$45, we have bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and rings for any occasion! BCA members receive ...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/jewelry","title":"Jewelry!","summary":"Stop into the BCA Gift Shop today and check out our selection of jewelry, hand made by local artists. Ranging in price from $5-$45, we have bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and rings for any occasion! BCA members receive ...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:14:38Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/wendy-allaman","html_content":"

Wendy Allaman just brought in more glasswork for the BCA Gift Shop. Each plant stick is created from hand-blown glass into beaded forms. For more information on how they are made, and to see how you can make your own, cl...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/wendy-allaman","title":"Wendy Allaman","summary":"Wendy Allaman just brought in more glasswork for the BCA Gift Shop. Each plant stick is created from hand-blown glass into beaded forms. For more information on how they are made, and to see how you can make your own, cl...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:13:48Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/ximena-barreto","html_content":"

NEW GIFT SHOP ARTIST! Ximena Barreto is a mixed media photography artist based in Macomb, Illinois. Originally from Lima Peru, she uses photography as her main form of artistic expression and adds embroidery and watercol...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/ximena-barreto","title":"Ximena Barreto","summary":"NEW GIFT SHOP ARTIST! Ximena Barreto is a mixed media photography artist based in Macomb, Illinois. Originally from Lima Peru, she uses photography as her main form of artistic expression and adds embroidery and watercol...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:12:52Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/puzzles-by-toni-daugherty","html_content":"

With the digital world becoming overwhelmingly prominent, it helps to find something grounding. Perhaps, give a puzzle a try. They provide the perfect challenge mixed with relaxation and when that final piece is put toge...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/puzzles-by-toni-daugherty","title":"Puzzles by Toni Daugherty","summary":"With the digital world becoming overwhelmingly prominent, it helps to find something grounding. Perhaps, give a puzzle a try. They provide the perfect challenge mixed with relaxation and when that final piece is put toge...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:10:02Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/summertime-gifts","html_content":"

Hosting or attending a summer gathering? From vintage stamped cheese and butter spreaders and condiment servers to woven napkins and serving bowls, the BCA Gift Shop is sure to have what you need! Stop in today and check...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/summertime-gifts","title":"Summertime Gifts","summary":"Hosting or attending a summer gathering? From vintage stamped cheese and butter spreaders and condiment servers to woven napkins and serving bowls, the BCA Gift Shop is sure to have what you need! Stop in today and check...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T17:08:55Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/mothers-day-gifts","html_content":"

Mothers are always worth celebrating, and we have just the gifts for you. Stop by the BCA Gift shop today and check out the selection of items for Mother's Day. Moms always love jewelry, flowers, or the cutest of decorat...

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As we inch closer to summer, stop by the BCA and check out the summertime paintings by Carolyn Bailey. These watercolor and acrylic pieces are sure to brighten up your home. They range in price from $25 to $50 each. Memb...

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As graduation inches closer, we have the perfect gift to celebrate your special grad's achievements. Stop in today and check out the handcrafted pens and pencils made by Garrett Roger, $15 each. Consider pairing a pen or...

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You may know her works from the Art from the HeARTland Exhibition here at the BCA or perhaps from The Bricks Exhibition at Patton Block, but now Anne Carman-Hendel has these works for sale in the BCA Gift Shop. Stop in t...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/anne-carman-hendel","title":"Anne Carman-Hendel","summary":"You may know her works from the Art from the HeARTland Exhibition here at the BCA or perhaps from The Bricks Exhibition at Patton Block, but now Anne Carman-Hendel has these works for sale in the BCA Gift Shop. Stop in t...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T16:57:48Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/graduation-gifts","html_content":"

It's graduation season! Stop by the BCA Gift Shop for the perfect gift for your special grad. We have cards from local artists ranging in price from $0.80-$4 and trinket dishes ranging in price from $7-$30. Stop in today...

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What better way to spend a rainy (or snowy, because we are the Midwest) day than curled up with a good book. Susan Van Kirk's entertaining, cozy mysteries are in the gift shop, perfect for the occasion. Her books range i...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/susan-van-kirk","title":"Susan Van Kirk","summary":"What better way to spend a rainy (or snowy, because we are the Midwest) day than curled up with a good book. Susan Van Kirk's entertaining, cozy mysteries are in the gift shop, perfect for the occasion. Her books range i...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T16:55:14Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/jeanne-clarks-spring-collection","html_content":"

The spring equinox is here, and what better way to celebrate than by stopping into the BCA Gallery and Gift Shop! Jeanne Clark just brought in her spring collection of felted creatures. The miniature set of bunnies, bear...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/jeanne-clarks-spring-collection","title":"Jeanne Clark's Spring Collection","summary":"The spring equinox is here, and what better way to celebrate than by stopping into the BCA Gallery and Gift Shop! Jeanne Clark just brought in her spring collection of felted creatures. The miniature set of bunnies, bear...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T16:41:30Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/jan-brandt","html_content":"

After this weekend of "springing forward," Sarah Mayfield has reset the gift shop in a vibrant spring manner. Stop in today and check out these textiles and bags by artist Jan Brandt. Jan is based in Normal, Illinois, an...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/jan-brandt","title":"Jan Brandt","summary":"After this weekend of \"springing forward,\" Sarah Mayfield has reset the gift shop in a vibrant spring manner. Stop in today and check out these textiles and bags by artist Jan Brandt. Jan is based in Normal, Illinois, an...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T16:40:30Z"},{"id":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/renn%C3%A9-bradley","html_content":"

NEW GIFT SHOP ARTIST! Renné Bradley is a ceramic artist based in Macomb, Illinois. Her work features a variety of glazing methods including stamp and stencil designs. She uses underglazes and mid-fire glazes. Stop in to ...

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Garrett Rogers is a long time BCA Gift Shop Artist. He recently brought in some new hand carved wooden bowls. The bowls range in price from $25-$35 each, and pens/pencils are $15 each. Stop in today to see the selection ...

","url":"https://bcaarts.org/current-exhibitions/f/garrett-rogers","title":"Garrett Rogers","summary":"Garrett Rogers is a long time BCA Gift Shop Artist. He recently brought in some new hand carved wooden bowls. The bowls range in price from $25-$35 each, and pens/pencils are $15 each. Stop in today to see the selection ...","date_modified":"2025-08-06T16:38:14Z"}]}