MCLA Gallery 51 to Present 'Ecologies of the In\between'

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Gallery 51 at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) will present "Ecologies of the In\between," an exhibition featuring works by four contemporary artists.
 
The exhibition opens with a public reception on Friday, Oct. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. and runs through Jan. 4, 2026.
 
Curated by Dr. Victoria Papa, Associate Professor of English & Visual Culture at MCLA, the exhibition brings together artists Johanna Hedva, CAConrad, Kelsey Shultis, and Báyò Akómoláfé, whose diverse practices span drawing, painting, sculpture, poetry, and sound.
 
"This exhibition is an invitation to the in\between, a proximal zone of time and space that holds the tensions and potentialities between what was, what is, and what can be," said Dr. Papa. The show examines how artists navigate and represent the complexities of contemporary existence, moving beyond apocalyptic narratives to explore how "ends and beginnings coexist, ecologically."
 
The exhibition's title draws from poet CAConrad's line "end of the world how did you get in my imagination," reflecting the show's exploration of how artists engage with uncertainty while creating space for new possibilities. The works collectively demonstrate how resistance and surrender, affinity and antipathy can coexist in productive tension, stated a press release.
 
As part of the exhibition's programming, poet CAConrad will give a public talk on Occult Poetics at the MOSAIC EventSpace (49 Main St.) on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 5 p.m.
 
Dr. Papa has also created a comprehensive resource guide for the exhibition, designed for educators and community members interested in teaching with the show or learning more about its artists and themes. The guide includes artist biographies, exhibition programming dates, and curated resources for further reading, watching, and listening.
 
"Ecologies of the In\between" will be on view from Oct. 17, 2025, through Jan. 4, 2026, at Gallery 51, located at 51 Main Street in North Adams, MA. The opening reception will be held on Friday, Oct. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public.
 
Gallery 51 is located at 51 Main Street in downtown North Adams. Gallery hours and additional programming information are available at Upcoming Exhibitions.

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Friday Front Porch Feature: A North Adams Turnkey Home

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Are you looking for a three-story home that's newly renovated? Then this is the home for you.

Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 74 Washington Ave.

This home was originally built in 1880 and has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. It is 2,320 square feet on less than an acre. 

The first floor includes the kitchen, a full bathroom, an office, a large open living room and dining area, and an entry with a staircase to the second floor, which has three bedrooms, a second full bathroom, and a laundry closet. The third floor was turned into a spacious primary suite with a full bathroom.

The house comes with major kitchen and laundry appliances.

It's on the market for $349,900.

We spoke to Allison Pacelli with Pacelli Zepka Corp., which has the listing.

What do you think makes this property stand out in the current market? 

A house at this price point with so much space for several people is not easy to find. There are four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, large living room, kitchen, and a bonus room off the kitchen that could be an office or dining room or possibly even an extra guest room.

What was your first impression when you walked into this home?

I love some of the character of the house. For example, the banister and railing on the stairs is ornate and beautiful.

How would you describe the feel or atmosphere of this home? 

The house is light and bright. It's a great mix of some class features like the stairway and updates like the kitchen and bathrooms.

What kind of buyer do you see this home being perfect for? 

I can see all sorts of people in this house. 

What would you say to a buyer trying to imagine their life in this space?

North Adams is such a vibrant and welcoming community. You can walk to MCLA or downtown. Williams College and Mass MoCA are close. The hospital is nearby, and the house would be great for doctors or nurses. There are a lot of opportunities in the area.

Are there any standout design features or recent renovations? 

The entire house was renovated about two years ago. The owners removed all knob & tube wiring, installed a new boiler, added a new laundry setup on the second floor, and redid the third floor into a great primary suite, with private bathroom. The kitchen and all three bathrooms are also new.

You can find out more about this home on its listing here.

*Front Porch Feature brings you an exclusive to some of the houses listed on our real estate page every week. Here we take a bit of a deeper dive into a certain house for sale and ask questions so you don't have to.

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