Anno Artem Turns One: Community-Powered, Artist-Forward, and Proudly Off the Beaten Path
Pottstown showed up for us—and we’re feeling it. As we cross the one-year mark at Anno Artem, we’re thrilled to see our gallery’s mission spotlighted by MONTCO.Today, which captured what makes this little space above the historic station feel so alive: a devotion to contemporary, experimental work and a belief that art should be experienced, not tiptoed around.
Published January 2, 2026, the article traces the energy that has defined our first year: immersive exhibitions, cross-sensory installations, and programming that invites people to slow down and feel—from layered drawing and abstract painting to sound, scent, and meditative events that turn a viewing into an encounter. It also recognizes the people behind the curtain: founder Anthony Nowack and co-creator Danielle Kangas, who shaped Anno Artem as a home for bold ideas, rigorous craft, and genuine community connection.
What We’re Building—Together
Anno Artem was never meant to be a white cube. It’s a living room for risk—where a mixed-media piece can nudge you into memory, where light and sound can reframe a painting, where a conversation after a sound bath becomes the spark for a new collaboration. The MONTCO.Today feature notes how your support helped us exceed expectations in year one. We couldn’t agree more. Every first Friday drop-in, every question asked, every “bring a friend who doesn’t usually do galleries”—that’s how a creative hub grows.
The Art (and Artists) at Our Core
Our curatorial voice champions artists who balance nerve with nuance—makers working in abstraction, surrealism, mixed media, and installation who blur boundaries with care. From meticulously composed works on paper to sculptural paintings that lean into texture and atmosphere, we’re interested in clarity of intention and openness of interpretation. If you’re new to collecting or simply art-curious, you’re in the right place: our team loves demystifying process, sharing context, and helping you fall for the work on your terms.
Year Two: More Immersion, More Access
The story hints at what’s next: a deeper dive into sensory-rich exhibitions and programming that bridges artists and neighbors—talks, workshops, and experiences designed for people inside and outside the art world. Expect more opportunities to slow down, more invitations to participate, and more reasons to return with a friend. We’ll continue to cultivate a space where experimentation feels welcoming and discovery feels communal.
Thank You, Pottstown
To everyone who climbed the stairs and took a chance on a gallery perched above a former railroad station—thank you. Your presence is our pulse. If you haven’t visited yet, consider this your open invitation.
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1 Security Plaza, Suite 202, Pottstown, PA
Read the full MONTCO.Today feature, “Anno Artem Celebrates One Year Bucking Traditional Gallery Trends,” for a snapshot of where we’ve been—and a hint of where we’re headed. Then come experience it for yourself. MONTCO.Today
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Anno Artem is an inclusive, contemporary gallery championing socially conscious work and an artist-first ethos. Our doors are open to collectors, design lovers, and anyone who’s art-curious.