The Mayor's Neighborhood Gallery

Inspired by Fay Chandler, a Boston philanthropist and arts advocate, this exhibition gathers the work of 59 emerging artists of all ages from the Greater Boston area. Chandler, who began her artistic journey later in life, is a symbol of inspiration and perseverance for our community. Featuring a wide range of media and styles, this show offers a diverse survey of our local art scene. Awards juried by Matilda Biscaldi (Gallery Manager of Praise Shadows Gallery), Julia Szejnblum (Director of Visual Arts of Boston Center for the Arts) and Sam Toabe (Gallery Director of University Hall Gallery in UMass Boston) will be announced at the reception on December 5th, 2024.

Fay Chandler, a mom of four, discovered a passion for painting in the 1960s while being in her early forties. After earning a Fine Arts degree from the Maryland Institute College of Art, she opened a gallery in Baltimore and became a prominent figure in Boston's art scene after returning to New England. In 1995, she founded The Art Connection, matching artists with non-profit organizations. A dedicated philanthropist, Chandler supported arts education for young people until her passing in 2015. We thank her family for their generous support of this program.