There are about 15 exhibits each year focusing on works from the museum's permanent collection, traveling shows, and regional and national artists.
Exhibits include:
- The Art of Music on loan from the Baltimore Museum of Art. Features artwork involving music, musical instruments and listening stations to hear how certain selections of music relate to the art. Sept. 30 to Nov. 20.
- Paintings by Caroline Jasper. Oil paintings of landscapes, still life and marine settings by the Bel Air, Md., artist, who explores the effects of light. Nov. 18 to Dec. 30.
- Winter Scenes by Charles Dahlgreen, an early 20th-century master printmaker. Nov. 18 to Jan. 8, 2006.
The museum hosts lectures and concerts. The schedule includes:
- The Washington County Museum Consort, Oct. 9.
- Maryland Symphony Orchestra Ensemble, Oct. 23.
- Bowman Memorial Recital featuring Cardinal Trio, Nov. 6.
- The Gallery Quartet, Nov. 27.
- Joshua Bayer Jazz, Dec. 11.
Concerts start Sundays at 2:30 p.m.
The museum's Saturday Morning Youth Program began Sept. 10 and runs through June, almost every Saturday. It is free and open to ages 6 to 12. Preregistration is required.
On Nov. 12, the Singer Society, the museum's volunteer organization, will host the annual Treasure Sale. A preview party will be Nov. 11. Donated collectible items are welcome for this fundraiser.
The Museum Shop will host a Twilight Sale Nov. 4 from 3 to 6 p.m. There will be wine, cheese, music, and a 20 percent discount for museum and Singer Society members.
The Children's Holiday Reception will be Saturday, Dec. 10. Features Michael Shwedick from Reptile World, who will have live reptiles.
Museum facts
Directions: From U.S. 40 into downtown Hagerstown, go south on Walnut Street to Park Circle. City Park and the museum are on the right.
Cost: Free admission and parking. Donations accepted.
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Telephone: 301-739-5727. The deaf may call 301-739-5764 or go to www.wcmfa.org on the Web.
