Ewing Arts Commission Partners with Arc Mercer for Featured Art Exhibition Entitled ‘Emotional Landscapes’ in November

The Ewing Arts Commission and Art Has No Boundaries (AHNB) are pleased to once again partner with The Arc Mercer, presenting a new art exhibition at the Ewing Township Municipal Building as part of the Township’s Featured Artist Program.  Entitled “Emotional Landscapes,” the show will focus on emotion.  

The exhibition will be headlined by a reception on November 7 from 6 to 8 pm which will include live music performed by Arc’s music staff. Attendees will also have a chance to meet the artists, hear some spoken word, and purchase artwork in support of the Mercer Arc programs. 

“We are so excited to bring this remarkable group together again and look forward to some amazing performances and artwork,” said Melissa Bennet of AHNB.

The show is curated to highlight the artistry and creativity of local artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) whose artistry may not have been recognized publicly. The Arc Mercer constantly seeks meaningful partnerships for community support and integration for the individuals that they serve. 

“Ewing Township is proud to provide a platform for artists of all backgrounds, including the incredible individuals from Arc Mercer," said Mayor Bert Steinmann. "Having this art exhibit at Town Hall means more than just showcasing talent — it’s about celebrating the diversity and creativity that exists right here in our community. As someone who knows firsthand the importance of inclusion, I’m deeply honored to see this space being used to highlight the remarkable work of these artists. It’s a reminder that everyone has something beautiful to contribute.”

The event is part of Ewing’s ongoing Featured Artist Program which showcases the two- and three-dimensional art of local residents.  November’s exhibit marks the fourth time that EAC, AHNB and Arc Mercer have partnered.  

“The EAC is excited to once again partner with The Arc Mercer and Art Has No Boundaries,” added EAC Chair Beverly Keese-Kelly.

About Arc Mercer

The Arc Mercer is grassroots, family-focused organization dedicated to creating opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to achieve their goals. The Arc Mercer believes that everyone is a valued, contributing member of our community at large.  The Arc Mercer founded its art program in 2011 as another avenue for providing individuals with developmental disabilities exposure to the arts as well as a variety of social, recreational and vocational opportunities within the community.  The Art Mercer’s Visual Art Program focuses on art creation while also building the independent living skills of observation, concentration, decision making, cooperation, and exploration.  Arc Mercer proudly makes its home in the Ewing community.

About Ewing’s Featured Artist Program

The Ewing Arts Commission and Art Has No Boundaries partnered in 2018 to establish a monthly art installation on the second floor of the Ewing municipal building.   

Event Summary

Exhibition Dates: November 1-30, 2024
Reception Date: November 7, 2024
Time: 6 – 8 pm
Location: Ewing Municipal Building, upper level
Cost: Free and open to the public