Art Collection

We offer free and easy-to-borrow framed artwork, available only at HCLS Central Branch and HCLS Glenwood Branch. The Art Education Collection includes more than 400 items in a variety of sizes and diverse visual styles and themes. We may have the perfect piece to feature in your home or office.

Our collection features artists such as Frida Kahlo, Georgia O’Keefe, Ernie Barnes, Charles Bibbs, Paul Cezanne, Mark Rothko, and Pablo Picasso. Also featured within the collection is the Images of Howard County Collection by the late Columbia resident and photographer Donald Reichle. Reichle photographed historic buildings throughout Howard County including a number of buildings along Main Street Ellicott City. You may see artwork of buildings or locations near you!

The framed artwork is available in a variety of sizes and is packaged in protective, easy to transport bags. Designed to promote access and exposure to art and cultural education, each piece is accompanied by information about the artist, the piece, and tools to inspire conversation. Artwork may only be returned to the Customer Service Desk at that branch.