Exhibitions + Shows

2026 Posters for the People: Art of the WPA by Ennis Carter

presented by

Peters Valley School of Craft

Ennis Carter, Curator/Author Posters for the People: Art of the WPA

2026 marks the 90th anniversary of the WPA Poster Division of the Federal Art Project, a landmark effort that employed artists in service of the public good.

These handmade posters promoted public health, education, national parks, the arts, and hope during some of the nation’s hardest years.

Posters for the People: Art of the WPA by Ennis Carter features original works from 1936–1943 alongside rare archival reproductions, highlighting the enduring power of public art to make a social impact.

Medium:

Paper