60 Years, 60 Works - 2024
60 Years, Sixty Works is an exhibition celebrating six decades of The Hardy Gallery’s integral role in nurturing the arts within Door County, Wisconsin. Running from August 30 to October 13, 2024, this exhibition features 60 exceptional works of art, each representing the diverse and dynamic voices that have shaped the region’s artistic legacy.
Door County, with its stunning landscapes and tranquil environment, has long been a haven for artists seeking inspiration. Over the years, it has evolved into a thriving arts colony, thanks to its natural beauty, supportive community, and the vision of pioneering artists and organizations. From the early 20th century, when the first artists settled in the area, to the establishment of key cultural institutions like the Peninsula School of Art, the Miller Art Museum, and The Clearing Folk School, Door County’s artistic identity has been meticulously crafted by generations of creative minds.
The Hardy Gallery, celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2022, has been at the forefront of this cultural renaissance. Situated in the historic Anderson warehouse on Ephraim’s iconic Anderson Dock, the gallery has provided a non-commercial exhibition space for hundreds of artists, fostering a community where creativity and cultural expression flourish. Over the past six decades, The Hardy Gallery has played a crucial role in promoting local and regional artists, many of whom have made significant contributions to the broader art world.
The 60 Years, Sixty Works exhibition is more than just a retrospective; it’s a testament to the ongoing vitality of Door County’s arts scene. The selected works, spanning various styles, mediums, and periods, offer a vibrant tapestry of the county’s artistic evolution. Each piece tells a story, not just of the artist who created it, but of the collective journey of a community that values and supports the arts. The exhibition serves as a tribute to the artists, supporters, and institutions that have made Door County a distinguished arts colony, and as a beacon for future generations of artists and art lovers.
On Exhibit: August 30–October 13, 2024.
Exhibit Sponsors: Dennis and Bonnie Connolly.
Participating Artists
Meg Lionel-Murphy
Chelsea Littman
Margaret Lockwood
Wence Martinez
Sandra Martinez
Marjorie Mau
Maureen Mercier
Pamela Murphy
Jeff O’Keefe
Jeremy Popelka
Suzanna Rose
Reneé Schwaller
Tom Seagard
Mary Ellen Sisulak
Tony Staroska
Paula Swaydan Grebel
Nicki Sylvain
Stephanie Trenchard
Terri Warpinski
Rob Williams
Jack Anderson
Jeanne Aurelius
Bridget Austin
Craig Blietz
Shan Bryan-Hanson
Ginnie Cappeart
Rebecca Carlton
Gary Chaudoir
Deanna Clayton
John Dietrich
Judi Eckholm
Tom Friese
Tony Gebauer
Lynn Gilchrist
Nathan Hatch
Katherine Hohmann
James Ingwersen
Emmett Johns
Joe Kafkan
Brigitte Kozma
Thank you to the following organizations, galleries, and families for loaning artwork to The Hardy Gallery to make this exhibit possible:
The Sunstrom Family
The Topelmann Family
Miller Art Museum
Ephraim Historical Foundation
Edgewood Orchard Galleries
Fine Line Designs
