(RAHWAY, NJ) -- Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council are pleased to present Face(t)s of America, a curated exhibition at Gallery Space from April 18 through June 13, 2026. The exhibition is free and open to the public.
Face(t)s of America brings together six artists whose work explores what it means to live, belong, and define oneself in America. Through portraiture, photography, and painting, each artist offers a personal and deeply felt perspective on identity — one that is shaped by culture, history, family, and everyday life.
Participating artists include Rodríguez Calero, Dong Kyu Kim, Carlos Mateu, Roxanna Meléndez, Diane Phares, and Duquann Sweeney.
“Face(t)s of America is a powerful reflection of the many voices, stories, and identities that shape our community and our country”, said Rahway Mayor Raymond A Giacobbe. “Rahway has always been a place where diversity is not only welcomed but celebrated, and this exhibition highlights the importance of seeing one another through art, understanding, and shared experiences. We are proud to provide a space where these perspectives can be expressed and appreciated by all.”
Gallery Space is located at 1670 Irving Street in Rahway, New Jersey. The public is invited to attend the gallery reception on Friday, April 24, 2026, 5:00pm-7:00pm, which will feature special performances by the New Jeru Poetry Slam Team, sponsored by ACP Arts Ink, and by Carlos Mateu.
Face(t)s of America is part of a series of events taking place in Rahway in 2026 that celebrate and recognize the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. More information on City of Rahway events can be found here.
The Gallery Space is also participating in the 2026 edition of Garden State Art Weekend, a statewide celebration of art in New Jersey sponsored by Manufacturers Village Artists, a non-profit arts service organization. The Gallery Space will be open to the public on Saturday, April 18 from 1:00pm-4:00pm.
