2025 Aquidneck Island High School Art Show “Materials”. Credit: DeBlois Gallery

DeBlois Gallery is gearing up for the 2025 Annual Aquidneck Island High School Art Show, a tribute to its founder, Rosemary Day.

The upcoming exhibition, “Materials,” runs from Feb. 13-23. It features artwork from local high school students alongside a special display of pieces by the late actor and artist Anthony Quinn.

The opening reception is set for Feb. 13, 4-7 p.m. Awards will be given out at 5 p.m., followed by a gallery talk at 6 p.m. by Katherine Quinn, who founded the Anthony Quinn Foundation.

Students from The Met School, Middletown High School, Portsmouth High School, and Rogers High School are taking part, with their art teachers helping to organize submissions.

Everyone’s welcome to check out the free exhibition. There’s plenty of parking available. You can find DeBlois Gallery at 134 Aquidneck Ave. in Middletown.

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