Current Art Exhibits
January 2026
James E. Mahoney Foyer
Al Levin: Landscapes Revealed
Drone Images
Al Levin is a photographer whose work explores how changes in perspective transform our understanding of landscape. For more than a decade, he has created aerial photographs taken from commercial flights, presenting these images in multiple exhibitions and revealing unexpected patterns in familiar terrain.
More recently, Levin has expanded his practice into drone photography, embracing an even more immersive bird’s-eye viewpoint. From above, landscapes are transformed into intricate arrangements of color, texture, and form. While many scenes remain recognizable, Levin is particularly drawn to the abstract patterns that emerge—visual surprises that are often invisible from ground level. These images convey a sense of mystery and ambiguity, encouraging viewers to look beyond conventional ways of seeing.
Wakelin Room
Doug Johnson and Wellesley High School photography students: Beyond White Picket Fences
Wellesley resident portraits
Come see the portraits by Wellesley High School photography students and teacher Doug Johnson of your fellow Wellesley residents, both those whose families have been here for generations and those newer to the community.
Lucky U Display Case
Nancy Schon: Aesop’s Fables
Nancy Schon is a Boston-based sculptor, celebrated for her warm and evocative representation of human and animal figures. Her work, characterized by a profound sense of empathy and detail, captures the essence of her subjects — making them relatable and endearing to viewers of all ages. She is best known for her iconic Make Way for Ducklings sculpture in the Boston Public Garden, which brings to life the beloved characters from Robert McCloskey’s classic children’s book. This charming installation has become a cherished landmark, delighting generations of visitors with its playful depiction of a mother duck leading her ducklings.
Schon’s Aesop’s Fables sculptures are a masterful series inspired, of course, by the ancient, previously enslaved Greek storyteller, Aesop. With a collection of twenty-four sculptures, each piece corresponds to one of the twenty-four letters in the Greek alphabet, creating a symbolic link to the origins of these timeless tales. Schon’s imaginative approach not only pays homage to the cultural heritage of Aesop’s fables, but also serves as a tribute to the universality and enduring relevance of these stories. Learn more about Nancy Schon and her work at schon.com.