Independent Arts News Reporting New Hope Arts Presents the 2025 Legacy Exhibition: The Life and Works of Beatricia Sagar
Reported on Thursday, March 19, 2025.
Pictured Above: “Coca Cola” by Beatricia Sagar. Photo Credit: Contributed.
NEWSROOM POST: NEW HOPE, PA
Opening Reception: Friday, April 4, 6 – 8 PM (Members’ Preview: 5 – 6 PM). Gallery Hours: Friday – Sunday, Noon – 5 PM
New Hope, PA – New Hope Arts is proud to present the 2025 Legacy Exhibition: The Life and Works of Beatricia Sagar, a retrospective celebrating the extraordinary career of an influential abstract artist and cultural pioneer of Bucks County. This special exhibition, on view from April 4 through April 27, 2025, highlights Beatricia’s artistic evolution, from her early years in New Hope to her lasting presence on the international art scene.
Featuring over 30 original works, the exhibition showcases selections from Beatricia’s Vessels, Totems, and Empty Room series, as well as her renowned We Are All Connected Puzzle Art Project. In addition to the visual display, visitors can engage with Beatricia’s artistic philosophy through a series of special programs, including an artist Q&A, an interactive workshop to create a puzzle piece to be included in the We Are All Connected Puzzle Project, and poetry readings.
Special Events:
Friday, April 4 – Opening Reception, 6 – 8 PM (Members’ Preview, 5 – 6 PM)
Saturday, April 5 – Artist Talk & Q&A, 4 – 5 PM
Saturday, April 12 – Puzzle Project Creation Workshop, Noon – 5 PM
Saturday, April 19 – Poetry Reading, 4 – 5 PM
($10 suggested donation per event, $5 for members)
Beatricia Sagar’s impact on New Hope’s cultural landscape is as vibrant as her paintings. In 1971, she acquired 105 Main Street—now home to Havana Bar and Restaurant—where she opened Sweet Emily’s, the first vegetarian restaurant in town. She later founded Spirit of the Earth, an award-winning art and craft gallery, and The Collaborative, a distinctive American craft shop. Through these ventures, Beatricia fostered deep connections with the local arts community while continuing to produce and exhibit her own groundbreaking work.
Beatricia is not only a celebrated visual artist but also a renowned poet. She won a competition for the New Hope Poets and Writers Group in 2016, further solidifying her influence in the local arts community. In honor of her literary contributions, Beatricia will be reading her poetry on April 19 as part of a four-Saturday series of events coinciding with the exhibition, offering audiences an intimate experience with her written and visual artistry.
Beyond New Hope, Beatricia’s legacy extends across the art world, with her pieces held in over 30 corporate collections. The 2025 Legacy Exhibition offers a rare opportunity to experience the depth and impact of an artist whose contributions have shaped both local and global creative landscapes.
“Beatricia Sagar’s life and work exemplify the artistic spirit that has long defined New Hope,” says Christine Ramirez, Executive Director of New Hope Arts. “Through this exhibition, we honor her remarkable journey, from her early days shaping the local arts scene to her lasting international impact. We are thrilled to share her vision with the community and celebrate the enduring power of her art.”
Join New Hope Arts as we honor Beatricia Sagar’s lasting influence and celebrate her visionary artistry.
Pictured Above: Artist Beatricia Sagar. Photo Credit: Contributed.
About New Hope Arts
New Hope Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting contemporary artists and enriching the community through exhibitions, performances, and educational programs. For more information, visit newhopearts.org.
