Art & Display

Across 15 locations, Orange County Library System features exhibitions from local, national and international artists.  These exhibitions provide a platform for artists of diverse talents and mediums while simultaneously offering culturally enriching experiences to library visitors. The library also maintains an informative exhibit area on the second floor of Orlando Public Library. This space features illuminating and interactive exhibits curated by OCLS staff.


Current Exhibitions

Detailed portrait of Zora Neale Hurston rendered in graphite

Faces of Freedom and Equality

Eatonville Branch
On display through March 31

View the “Faces of Freedom and Equality” through the artistic lens of artist Angie Vazquez whose works showcase individuals who played pivotal roles in advocating for freedom, equality, and justice.

Meet the artist, Angie Vazquez, at Eatonville Branch on Saturday, March 15, Noon.

Surreal painting of small orange tree in a burning jug surrounded by red curtains. Artist Galina Crosby Reese.

The Art of Galina Crosby Creese

Orlando Public Library
On display through March 31

Galina Crosby Creese, born in London, England, is the granddaughter of the renowned artist George Keyt. Known for her use of vivid, vibrant colors, her artwork brings life and energy to any space it fills. Her surreal style can be found on display at the Orlando Public Library.

Photograph of Erica Lanier, Photographer. Black woman with short hair wearing a pink sleeveless top, holding a camera.

Layers of Her: Stories in Color, Light and Depth

Eatonville Branch
On display April-June 2025

Layers of Her shares the voices of three women of color through photography, painting, and 3D effects. Each piece reveals a part of their identity, emotions, and experiences, mixing bold expression with quiet moments of reflection and inviting the viewer to look deeper into the meaning behind the art. The Layers of Her exhibition, curated by Ricardo Burney, is on display at Eatonville Branch throughout June.

Black and white photograph of an old stone wall, with barred window, antique door, and water barrel. Photo credit: JJ Dennis.

Bon Voyage III – European Adventure

Southwest Branch
On display April-June 2025

This exhibit captures the spirit and beauty of the artist’s amazing adventures throughout Europe and the open sea. JJ Dennis is a freelance writer and artist. She specializes in digital photography/manipulation, mixed media art, altered books and handmade goods. Her work has been on display at galleries, museums and festivals throughout Orlando, Winter Garden, Largo, Tampa and Clearwater Beach.


Current Displays

Central Florida Community Arts logo: Navy blue text beneath balloon-like human figure clipart.

Central Florida Community Arts

Orlando Public Library – Library Central, First Floor

Learn more about Local Wanderer partner Central Florida Community Arts and their upcoming performances through their display.

Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Garden logo

Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens

Orlando Public Library – Library Central, First Floor

Learn more about Local Wanderer partner Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Garden through their display.

Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra logo: White text on a red background.

Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra

Orlando Public Library – Children’s Library, First Floor

Learn more about Local Wanderer partner Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and their upcoming performances through their display.

Orlando Family Stage

Orlando Family Stage

Orlando Public Library – Children’s Library, First Floor

Learn more about Local Wanderer partner Orlando Family Stage and their upcoming performances through their display.

White background with black text that reads "Orlando Ballet".

Orlando Ballet

Orlando Public Library – Third Floor

Learn more about Local Wanderer partner Orlando Ballet and their upcoming performances through their display.

logo for the Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center: Central Florida

Holocaust Memorial Resource &
Education Center of Florida

Orlando Public Library – Third Floor

Learn more about Local Wanderer partner Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center of Florida through their display.

TRACES365: Community Preservation & Resilience

Orlando Public Library – Third Floor

Learn more about Black history with this collection of items from the Mary S. Harrell Black Heritage Museum, African American Museum of Arts of Deland and Harry T. & Harriett V. Moore Memorial Park.


For more information about exhibiting with Orange County Library System, contact us at art@ocls.org.