Perry County Council of the Arts

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Perry County Council of the Arts PCCA builds community through the arts while re-imagining creativity in our rural landscape. OPEN Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-4, or by appointment.
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By nurturing the creative spirit in adults and children, supporting artists and celebrating their successes, actively participating in the continued revitalization of downtown Newport and the regional economy, and implementing high-quality art education initiatives in 7 counties, PCCA genuinely strives to build community through the arts. Visit us at Landis House in Newport, PCCA's headquarters, where we host exhibitions, classes, concerts and other community arts events. Shop our storefront PCCA Gallery, on the square in Newport, where we feature the artwork and handcrafted goods of more than 150 local artists. Shop Hours are: Wed-Sat, 10-4. PCCA welcomes all people to contribute to conversations on this page and to share content directly related to Perry County Council on the Arts' programs and events. Wall posts, comments, photos, and other content posted on this page are expected to be relevant and respectful. PCCA has the right to delete any inappropriate content from this page, including but not limited to: irrelevant content, hateful content, financial solicitations, and content that violates Facebook’s terms of use, code of conduct, or other policies. Content that violates Facebook’s policies may also be reported.

Join us tomorrow evening before the Newport Halloween Parade🎃👻
10/20/2026

Join us tomorrow evening before the Newport Halloween Parade🎃👻

Calling all young ghouls, guys, gals, and parents!

Join us for a free Spooky Storytime and Drop-In Art on Wednesday, October 21, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Newport Public Library! (Right before the Halloween parade starts at 7 p.m.)

Location: Newport Public Library, 316 N 4th St, Newport, PA 17074. Additional parking is available in the back. Spooky Storytime begins at 4 p.m. in the children's area.

We will be reading Wolves in the walls, written by Neil Gaiman and illustrated by Dave McKean.

Drop-In Art crafts will run from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in the sitting area.

Children and parents/guardians can create up to three themed fall & Halloween crafts together at our Drop-In Art stations.

This free activity is geared towards families and elementary- to middle-school-aged children.

We can't wait to see you there!

12th Annual Juried Exhibition: Part 4 - The Finale Thank you to harpist Anna Santini for playing warm, inviting music th...
10/19/2026

12th Annual Juried Exhibition: Part 4 - The Finale

Thank you to harpist Anna Santini for playing warm, inviting music throughout the evening!

Thank you to Cheryl & Hannah Miller from Four Cedars for catering the event with their delicious food and desserts.

Finally, THANK YOU for supporting the arts! We hope to see you all next year!

12th Annual Juried Exhibition: Part 3! Best in Show 'Labyrinth' - Jessica Burkholder Sponsor Award 'Recovery Under Amber...
10/19/2026

12th Annual Juried Exhibition: Part 3!

Best in Show 'Labyrinth' - Jessica Burkholder

Sponsor Award 'Recovery Under Amber Skies' - Kari Roslund

Congratulations to all the placing and accepted artists! It is truly magnificent to highlight work from artists across the state. We are so lucky to have a community that supports the arts!

12th Annual Juried Exhibition: Part 2 Award Selections:Photography and Digital 1st Place 'Like Mother' - Jeff Wiles 2nd ...
10/19/2026

12th Annual Juried Exhibition: Part 2

Award Selections:
Photography and Digital
1st Place 'Like Mother' - Jeff Wiles
2nd Place ‘Briona’s Glamour’ - Eric McKissick
3rd Place ‘Fit to Print’ - Don Uvick

3D
1st Place ‘Two-sectional Organic Vessel’ - John Hair
2nd Place ‘Mushroom Bowl w/ mat’ - Cindy Reitz & Megan Lloyd-Thompson
3rd Place ‘Mezza Luna Vase’ - Doris Ogg

Expanded Media
1st Place ‘Unfamily Tree’ - Layne Strickler
2nd Place ‘Midsummer Meadow on Windy Hill’ - Michelle Hare
3rd Place ‘Iris Transformation’ - Elliot Rose DeCaro

Stayed tuned to see our Best in Show & Sponsor Awardees!

12th Annual Juried Exhibition Reception: Part 1!We had a wonderful evening at our Juried Reception on Friday! Landis Hou...
10/19/2026

12th Annual Juried Exhibition Reception: Part 1!

We had a wonderful evening at our Juried Reception on Friday!
Landis House was full of life, with great works by artists across PA. Thank you to all who submitted work, to our Juror, Abria Donato, our sponsors, board members, staff, and YOU!

Award Selections:
Paintings
1st Place 'Cantaloupe Slices' - Christie Biber
2nd Place 'Fleurs Violettes' - Sten
3rd Place 'Neon' - Alexander Bellotti

Water Media
1st Place 'Delft Crow' Donna Berk Barlup
2nd Place 'Just Do It!' Anni Matsick
3rd Place 'Stone Threading the Shoreline' Melissa Reilly Wainman

More to come!

Gallery Hours for this week, 10/21-10/24 Wednesday - Closed 10/21 Join us at Newport Public Library for Spooky Storytime...
10/19/2026

Gallery Hours for this week, 10/21-10/24

Wednesday - Closed 10/21
Join us at Newport Public Library for Spooky Storytime & Art Crafts.

Thursday & Friday 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Please contact us with any questions.

Calling all young ghouls, guys, gals, and parents! Join us for a free Spooky Storytime and Drop-In Art on Wednesday, Oct...
10/16/2026

Calling all young ghouls, guys, gals, and parents!

Join us for a free Spooky Storytime and Drop-In Art on Wednesday, October 21, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Newport Public Library! (Right before the Halloween parade starts at 7 p.m.)

Location: Newport Public Library, 316 N 4th St, Newport, PA 17074. Additional parking is available in the back. Spooky Storytime begins at 4 p.m. in the children's area.

We will be reading Wolves in the walls, written by Neil Gaiman and illustrated by Dave McKean.

Drop-In Art crafts will run from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in the sitting area.

Children and parents/guardians can create up to three themed fall & Halloween crafts together at our Drop-In Art stations.

This free activity is geared towards families and elementary- to middle-school-aged children.

We can't wait to see you there!

Dearest Gentle Reader, You are cordially invited to Newport's Ladies' Night. It is with our utmost pleasure that we invi...
10/15/2026

Dearest Gentle Reader,

You are cordially invited to Newport's Ladies' Night. It is with our utmost pleasure that we invite you to begin your night at the historic Landis House. Join us from 5 pm - 9 pm to enjoy live music from Marie Mazziotti and refreshments from our wonderful team. You will also receive a $5 coupon for PCCA Gallery.

Keep the delight going at our PCCA Gallery with samples from Tangled Vines Winery as you browse and shop our distinguished art selection.

We look forward with great anticipation to your company upon that occasion.

Yours ever,
PCCA

THIS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16TH, FROM 6 PM - 8 PM FOR OUR 12TH ANNUAL JURIED EXHIBITION RECEPTION! Join us for an amazing even...
10/14/2026

THIS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16TH, FROM 6 PM - 8 PM FOR OUR 12TH ANNUAL JURIED EXHIBITION RECEPTION!

Join us for an amazing evening recognizing this year's selected artists from across the state! Enjoy food by Cheryl Miller, live music from Anna Santini, w**e, and good company!

The event is free; anyone is welcome to attend. We encourage you to bring friends and family to celebrate with us! ALSO, be sure to vote for your favorite piece for this year's People's Choice Award!

View the official Juried Exhibition Catalog here -https://www.perrycountyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/JURIED-CATALOG_26_UPDATED-9_21.pdf

We will see you there!

Address

Landis House, 67 N. Fourth Street
Newport, PA
17074

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