The library recently received a gift that would have some high-end museum directors drooling, 61 pieces of artwork from nationally renowned artist and Topeka native Walter Hatke. Learn why the library was chosen as the recipent.

These tongues make up one of two necklaces that earned a spot in our Topeka Competition 29 juried art exhibit. Find out what other body part was inspiration for the winning entry. View the exhibit Nov. 6 through Dec. 30 in the Alice C. Sabatini Gallery.

Over the last five years the Alice C. Sabatini Art Gallery has acquired more than 1,500 new and wonderful works of art. Imagine the difficulty in choosing which works to showcase and which to leave out!

Each week on our blog, we feature two Gallery volunteer picks. We invite you to read and weigh in on what your "friends and neighbors" think about various pieces in your collection-the oldest public art collection in Topeka! Or come see for yourself...

Over the last five years the Alice C. Sabatini Art Gallery has acquired more than 1,500 new and wonderful works of art. Imagine the difficulty in choosing which works to showcase and which to leave out!

Each week on our blog, we feature two Gallery volunteer picks. We invite you to read and weigh in on what your "friends and neighbors" think about various pieces in your collection-the oldest public art collection in Topeka! Or come see for yourself...

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The next exhibit at the Alice C. Sabatini Art Gallery opens July 3. Wax mixed with pigment creates deep, rich colors and textures on word panels painted by Topeka resident Philip Hersberger. Find out how you can participate in a teach-the-artist experience by clicking into this story.