Peoria Public Library provides a public space for the display of art that stimulates, educates, and promotes greater understanding and appreciation for art in our culturally diverse community.

Feel free to browse our rotating exhibits at your leisure anytime Main Library is open.

Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., except holidays.
Located on Lower Level 1

Current Exhibit

Curbserver Colors

Visit the Main Library art gallery to see a collection of work from artist Darius Donaldson, including custom-painted skateboards, mannequins and more.

Darius Donaldson, also known as Paint by Curbserver, is a self-taught artist from Peoria who specializes in abstract custom painting on various canvases. His work has gained recognition in local, national, and international magazines, showcasing his dedication to preserving and popularizing the custom car art culture that originated in the psychedelic 60s and 70s.

This art showcase highlights his use of automotive-based paint materials on non-traditional items, challenging conventional notions of fine art. To learn more about Darius and his work, you can contact him on Instagram @paintbycurbserver.

Artist’s Reception: Saturday, Feb. 10 ~ 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Free and open to all ages.

Interested in Showing at the Gallery?

Peoria Public Library welcomes the display of art exhibitions in its Gallery in keeping with our goal to be a community partner and a place where people come to discover, question, learn and connect.

The Library’s Program Department will review a representative sample of the artist’s portfolio and decide if it is suitable for exhibition. As the exhibition space is in a public space, the artwork must meet appropriate community standards and be suitable for all ages. Exhibitions are selected by the Library on the basis of aesthetic quality, educational interest, and appeal and relevance to the community.

If you would like to be considered to show your work at the Library, please email us at programming@ppl.peoria.lib.il.us

Gallery details: 2,277 square feet
In addition to our wall space, artists may use locked cases of various sizes (nine total), pedestals (five total).
Artists may also incorporate our main floor display case and two-story atrium for their work. Please inquire.