NORWAY — Visitors to Norway Memorial Library may view an exhibit of restored art on the reference room walls. “Local Artists of Yesteryear” features paintings and photographs by some of Norway’s well-known artists, George Lorenzo “Shavey” Noyes, Zilpha Anne Plummer, Vivian Akers, and Minnie Libby, collected by Richard Sousa of Norway. These pieces represent a small portion of his massive art collection.

Rich, who moved to the area eight years ago, acquired the first pieces from auctions, flea markets, and art galleries soon after his marriage. He and his wife alternated picking them out through the years. The collection became a way to decorate their home. He clearly enjoys seeing the paintings restored to their former glory. He says, “I like to fix broken things like old tools and damaged paintings.” Rich is a member of the Western Maine Art Group.

The exhibit may be seen whenever the library is open through April 2024. Norway Memorial Library is located at 258 Main Street in Norway, Maine. For more information, visit www.norwaymemoriallibrary.org or call 207-743-5309.

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