Upcoming Exhibitions
Reflections
by Sarah Jacobs
Opening February 2026
Sarah Jacobs is a contemporary artist whose work spans maximalist and surrealist traditions, expressed through both canvas and large-scale mural projects. She is represented by Fremin Gallery in New York City and Zynka Gallery in Pittsburgh. Her artistic practice has been shaped by international residencies across North and South America, as well as Europe.
Sculpture In Bronze: Highlights from the Permanent Collection
Opening January 2026
This exhibition spotlights some of the most significant sculptures in the Museum’s collection, focusing on the medium of bronze. Since ancient times, bronze has been melted and poured into molds to make durable objects, including fine art. Featured works range from Greco-Roman and Indian sacred statuary to 20th-century European and American works, including pieces by Erie native John Silk Deckard (whose Eternal Vigilance keeps watch in front of the Customs House). The core of this collection is the James D. Baldwin bequest, which exemplifies his passion for collecting, dedication to scholarship, and keen aesthetic sense. Viewers will have the opportunity to travel the globe in a search for timeless beauty, in the classic setting of the Customs House galleries.