December 17th, 2025
9:30 AM
The Flip Side Restaurant
566 Main St
Laconia, NH 03246
It’s a fun, informal gathering where art enthusiasts connect over morning refreshments, share ideas, and discuss art — or anything else (except politics). No formal speakers, just lively, relaxed conversation.
Join us and relax with friends old and new, and perhaps a few you never knew.
Riverside Gallery to host
Lakes Region Art Association
in January
January 2nd through January 29th
Laconia’s Riverside Gallery, located within the historic Belknap Mill, is pleased to present a month-long fine art exhibition featuring the talented artist members of the Lakes Region Art Association. This special showcase invites the full membership of the association to participate, offering visitors a diverse and inspiring collection of work.
Join us for a Public Opening Reception on Friday, January 2nd, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, where guests will have the opportunity to meet several of the exhibiting artists and enjoy an evening immersed in art and conversation. The exhibit will feature original artworks, fine art reproduction prints, artist-designed greeting cards, and more.
Light refreshments will be served—stop by, explore the art, and enjoy a relaxed and engaging evening in a beautiful historic setting.
If you can’t make the reception, you are welcome to stop by the Riverside Gallery during regular Belknap Mill Museum hours, Thursday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Coming in 2026
Get an early taste of spring—long before Jack Frost even thinks about packing his bags. This year’s exhibit, open to all members as in past seasons, celebrates the beauty of gardens through a vibrant collection of fine art. New for this year, the show expands beyond the canvas to include sculpture and carved works, adding rich, three-dimensional texture and fresh perspective to the experience.
February 19th through March 15th
Reception Date: February 20 - 4:00 to 6:00 PM
May 7 through May 22, 2026
Inspire your young artist to dream big and create boldly! Our Kids Exhibit offers children and teens the exciting opportunity to see their artwork proudly displayed in a real gallery setting. From imaginative pencil drawings and vibrant paintings to mixed media creations and photography, artwork in all media is welcome and encouraged.
To celebrate creativity at every stage, submissions are grouped by age—Kindergarten–2nd Grade, 3rd–5th Grade, 6th–8th Grade, and 9th–12th Grade—giving each artist a meaningful and age-appropriate platform to shine. Participating in the Kids Exhibit builds confidence, nurtures self-expression, and allows young creators to experience the joy of sharing their vision with the community.
We invite parents to help spark a lifelong love of the arts by encouraging their child to submit a piece. This exhibit is a celebration of imagination, effort, and creativity—where every young artist’s voice is valued and every work tells a story.
July 30th through August 30th
Our Annual competition between members “in good standing” is an event we look forward to each year. Members compete in any number of media for ribbons and prizes. All judging is performed by outside experts in the fields of art.
Join us for the Public Reception to meet and greet several of the artists, hear the judges final decisions and witness the awarding of prizes.
Solo-Exhibits available.
If you’re an artist or organization interested in hosting a show in our spacious 3,000-square-foot gallery, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to the Events Committee via the email link below to discuss opportunities.
The Lakes Region Art Association and it’s members art can be found in numerous locations around the lakes region. The following is a listing of venues where our pop-up exhibits can be found.
The Holiday Inn - Lobby Display
75 Tilton Road, NH-140, Tilton, NH 03276
A rotating display changes roughly every six weeks.
The Flip Side Restaurant
566 Main St, Laconia, NH 03246
Meredith Village Saving Bank
66 N Main St, Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Huggins Hospital
240 S Main St, Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Wolfeboro Public Library
259 South Main St., Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Are you ready to Show-Off?
Are you ready to showcase your art in a venue designed to highlight your creative vision? The Lakes Region Art Gallery offers a spacious, 3,000-square-foot gallery in a bustling outdoor mall setting—perfect for your "One-Person-Exhibit." With a clean, modern atmosphere and versatile pop-up display walls (or the option to bring your own setup), our gallery provides the ideal environment for any artistic medium. Hosting an artist-sponsored reception adds a personal touch, and we’ll work with you to promote your exhibit through our newsletters and newspaper listings, ensuring your event gets the attention it deserves. Let your art take center stage!
