About Rose Squared Art Shows

Every spring and fall, artists from around the nation apply to showcase their unique art and fine crafts in Rose Squared Art Shows, which feature ceramics, painting, glass, photography, jewelry, clothing, sculpture, wood and mixed media.

Patrons will also delight in sampling food from specialty vendors and watching artist demonstrations that are glimpses into the magic behind the scenes.

The Rose Squared Art Shows are proud to partner with the Essex County Department of Parks who co-sponsor our shows at Anderson Park (Upper Montclair, NJ), Brookdale Park (Bloomfield/Montclair, NJ) and Verona Park (Verona, NJ). 

The Essex County parks are designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, arguably the nation’s most famous pioneer landscape architect, best known for being the master planner behind New York City’s Central Park. These are perfect gatherings spots for family and friends to explore art while experiencing the foliage of the season or strolling through town.

Admission is always free at the Essex County Park shows.  As many as 110 - 150 artists participate in each of the park shows, which attract between 15,000 to 18,000 visitors apiece. These shows are held rain or shine.

Our newest partnership is the Rose Squared Celebrate Morristown Art Show with co-sponsor Morris County Art Association (https://www.morriscountyartassoc.org/) on the grounds of the Vail Mansion. The Vail Mansion commissioned William Welles Bosworth to construct an Italian Renaissance Palazzo styled home and museum. This show is held the first weekend in June. Celebrate Morristown is limited to 75 artists. Rain or Shine, Free.

Rose Squared Art Show Chase Center is held in the gorgeous indoor Chase Center on the Riverfront (https://centerontheriverfront.com/) in Wilmington, DE. Showcasing over 140 artisans, this beautiful event venue has great parking, offers the patrons the ability to relax in the air-conditioning to shop, have a drink and grab a bite to eat. This show is held the last weekend in July - perfect addition to your beach getaway. There is an entrance fee for this show.

Rose Squared Fine Craft Rittenhouse Square is held in the heart of Philadelphia at the historic Rittenhouse Square. This outdoor show is limited to fine craft artists only (painters and sculptors need to apply to the Rittenhouse Fine Art Show) and hosts 148 fine crafters showcasing original work in Ceramics, Clothing, Digital, Furniture, Glass, Jewelry, Leather Paper, Photography and Functional Wood. Held the second weekend in October. Rain or Shine, Free.