Newton Community Pride To Auction Off Decorated Doors

NEWTON, MA — Newton Community Pride (NCP) has launched an online auction of its Newton Out Doors art installation.

The 22 decorated doors, which were created by local and regional artists, will be auctioned off through Oct. 1, with all proceeds supporting future public art initiatives in Newton.

"These lovely, uniquely painted doors can be creatively used to add color and creativityto your yard, jazz up an interior doorway, or be transformed into a desk, headboard ortable," said Gloria Gavris, Board Chair of Newton Community Pride, in a statement. "I am excited to bid on one myself!"

During the auction period, the doors will be available for public viewing at 1294 Centre
Street, Newton Centre. In-person viewing will be held Wednesday, Sept. 22 from 5 to 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Thursday, Sept. 30 from 4 to 6 p.m.

"This public art installation was warmly received by the community, and we are delighted to now offer these unique pieces of art to the general public for their personal enjoyment,” said Meryl Kessler, NCP Board Member and Chair of Newton Out Doors, in a statement.

For more information on Newton Community Pride or to bid on a door, click here.