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Newtown Public Schools Opens District Art Show

By Jenna Visca

Published: Apr 06, 2026 7:00 am

After its grand opening on March 30, Newtown Public Schools’ District Art Show is on display in the main corridor of Newtown Municipal Center, 3 Primrose Street. The exhibition is open weekdays to April 9, and features art by students of all ages.

Various displays line the municipal center corridor walls, with each organized by grade, class, and medium. From fantasy landscapes and onomatopoeias to personified food sculptures and dresses, the art reflects the creativity, talent, and passion of local students.

Students are not alone in showcasing their creativity; the exhibit also features a small display of work by Newtown Public Schools' art teachers.

The district’s visual art departments celebrated the art show with an opening reception on March 31. Family and friends gathered into the municipal center as live music performed by Newtown High School (NHS) students filled the air.

There was also face painting provided by NHS National Art Honor Society students, along with purchasable snacks made by the high school’s culinary department.

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Reporter Jenna Visca can be reached at jenna@thebee.com.

Newtown High School student Emily Anderson stands with her work “Painting 1” on March 31 during the opening reception for Newtown Public Schools’ Annual District Art Show. —Bee Photos, Visca

Newtown High School student Camryn Egan has a stunning orange dress featured in the exhibit. The dress is one of several fine craft pieces in this years district art show. Egan earned first place in Fine Craft at the tenth annual “Artists on the Rise” exhibition at Brookfield Craft Center, which was held this past March.

Reed Intermediate School fifth graders have an entire display dedicated to fantasy landscapes. It had students incorporate artistic techniques such as intricate doodle patterns, bold outlines, and layered details to crate vibrant fantasy styled artwork, according to the display's note. These pieces were inspired by artists Robin Mead and Friedensreich Hundertwasser.

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