A wall at EsōArts
Extra, extra! Breaking news!
It’s especially fitting that Lancaster County Magazine made the announcement for “Art Gallery of the Year” on All Souls Day, Nov. 2. And serendipitous that the honor went to EsōArts in its first year of operation.
The gallery at 317 North Queen St. is truly an art haven for “all souls,” especially the “huddled masses” looking for the right space to show and be recognized for their creative endeavors. In showcasing “art of the people, by the people and for the people,” EsōArts stands apart from other art venues.
Led by partners Andrew Silvius, Zachary Walter and Chris Dreisbach, the team took top honors by providing a viable alternative to fine art galleries. Groundbreaking in its approach, EsōArts is a crucial resource for up-and-coming artists, creators, entrepreneurs and those less seen. The gallery owes much of its success to its community-wide appeal and to Lancaster County’s established order that embraces its unique vision.
Andrew Silvius and Zachary Walter
In offering recognition of the award, Kathlene Carroll Sullivan, social media and engagement manager of Lancaster City Alliance, summed it up in a heartfelt tribute.
“EsōArts is a rare gem in the city of Lancaster,” she said. “Andrew, Zach and Chris have created a home and an affordable exhibit space for marginalized artists throughout Lancaster to be seen and appreciated. The trio wanted to ensure that the works of all artists could have a platform by removing the economic barriers that displace them. The wider community has responded in droves, packing the 4,100-square-foot space on First Fridays and for special events and exhibits. EsōArts’ success is a win for hundreds of artists, creatives, makers, and dreamers throughout Lancaster.”
Click here to read the feature story on EsōArts from our November magazine.
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