Talbot County has earned the title of Arts Capital of the Eastern Shore, and it’s in large part because of the varied galleries that embrace artists working across a wide range of mediums and inspirations.
Academy Art Museum
The Academy Art Museum strives to promote the knowledge, practice, and appreciation of the arts and to enhance cultural life on the Eastern Shore. Located at 106 South Street, Easton MD. Opening at 10 a.m., the museum closes at 4 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays, but opens at 10 a.m. the remainder of the week. It stays open until 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and closes at 4 p.m. on other days of operation.
Anne Lindberg: seen and unseen
Through Fall 2026
seen and unseen, a site-specific commission by 2025 Artist-in-Residence Anne Lindberg (b. 1962), explores how her abstract language of line, color, and light can transform our awareness of our environment and ourselves.
More Clay: The Power of Repetition
Sept. 4, 2025 – Feb. 1, 2025
The work of seven featured artists, offering views of powerful ceramic sculptures. The exhibition also features a community-based ceramic installation inspired by English studio potter Edmund deWaal. This exhibition is guest-curated by Rebecca Cross and was first presented at The American University Art Museum at the Katzen Center.
The Skin of Water
Nov. 25, 2025 – Feb. 22, 2026
Caryn Martin, a Baltimore-based artist, utilizes printmaking, painting, collage, and installation to explore the fleeting and fragile state of the environment. Her site-specific piece “The Skin of Water” is a relief paper installation that trails across the entire front wall of the Selections Gallery.
Rauschenberg 100: New Connections
Dec. 11, 2025 – May 3, 2026
Rauschenberg 100: New Connections focuses on the artist’s first trip to China in 1982. The milestone exhibition includes major works from the Academy Art Museum’s permanent collection and highlights Rauschenberg’s global vision, collaborative spirit, and deep personal ties to the Eastern Shore.
spiralis Gallery
Spiralis Gallery is a contemporary art space dedicated to showcasing the bold, layered, and vibrant work of Afro-Caribbean and African diasporic artists-with a foundational focus on Haitian art. The gallery is located at 35 East Dover St. in Easton, and is open Thurs. – Sat. from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sun. from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and on Wed. by appointment only.
Studio 2 Saint Michaels
Located at 605 South Talbot St. in St. Michaels, Studio 2 highlights the work of local artists across a variety of genres and media. Studio 2 is open on Sat. from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and by appointment.
Studio B Gallery
This prestigious art gallery showcases a diverse collection of acclaimed art, including pieces by the owner and artist Betty Huang. The gallery is located at 7B Goldsborough St. in Easton, and is open regularly on weekends beginning at 11 a.m., and closing at 5 p.m. on Fri. and Sat. and 3 p.m. on Sun. It is occasionally open during the week.
The Trippe Gallery
With a focus on contemporary art, the gallery boasts a curated collection that is both captivating and thought-provoking. The gallery is located at 23 N Harrison St. in Easton, and is open Mon. and Thurs. from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. On weekends the gallery opens at 11 a.m., closing at 5 p.m. on Fri. and Sat. and 3 p.m. on Sun. Hours on Tues. and Wed. are by appointment only.
Troika Gallery
The well-established Troika Gallery opened in 1997 and specializes in fine, classically based art. Portrait commissions and framing are also offered. The gallery is located at 9 S Harrison St. in Easton, and is open regularly Thurs. through Mon. from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Upcoming Exhibits:
- April 10 – May 30, 2026 Spring Group Show
- June 5- July 31, 2026 Grand Art Under a Grand – Where you can find select paintings by Troika artist for under $1,000. Available art will be posted online beginning July 5, 2026.
- July 10-Aug. 30, 2026 Fabulous Forgeries
- Sept. 4-28, 2026 Washington Society of Landscape Painters
- Oct. 3-Nov. 9, 2026 Matt Zoll Classic New Works
- Nov. 13-Dec. 31, 2026 Anniversary Group Show – Celebrating 29 Years
Zach Gallery
Zach Gallery is a contemporary art gallery located in the Prager Family Center for the Arts, located at 17 S. Washington Street, Easton MD. Hours are Wed. to Sat. from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. or by appointment.
Zebra Gallery
Founded by multidisciplinary artist Susan Schauer John, the Zebra Gallery strives to display unique perspectives by revolutionary artists. The gallery is located at 5 N. Harrison St. in Easton. Hours are Wed. to Sat. from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. or by appointment.
Plan Your Visit
Plan your visit around Plein Air Easton – July 10-19, 2026. The annual event brings together 58 juried artists from around the world, who come together to produce are from life over the course of the festival.
