Gettysburg, PA — The Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) invites the community to join family, friends, students, and fellow artists in celebrating the life and legacy of longtime artist member, pottery instructor, and friend Jack G. Handshaw on Saturday, July 25, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

The Celebration of Life will include light refreshments, displays of artifacts from Jack’s life, remarks from guest speakers, and a special pottery sale featuring his final completed works.

Jack was an incredibly talented potter whose artistic gifts and generous spirit left an enduring mark on the Adams County community. As an instructor at ACAC, he inspired students of all ages, helping to shape generations of artists through his engaging classes and beloved pottery camps.

We were honored to present Jack’s “Retrospective” exhibit in September of last year, which showcased not only his ceramic talents, but his passion for all arts, including painting and poetry. His work was also frequently featured in ACAC’s Annual Juried Art Exhibition. This year, one of his ceramic pieces was featured in the exhibit and won the Judie Butterfield award.

Jack graciously gifted all of his completed pottery pieces to the Adams County Arts Council. These unique works will be available for purchase during the Celebration of Life. Proceeds from the sale will go to both ACAC and a fund for a free pottery summer camp scholarship.

“We are deeply honored to care for Jack’s final creations and to help ensure they find loving homes, where his artistic legacy can continue to be appreciated and enjoyed.”

Guests are encouraged to RSVP in advance at adamsarts.org or by calling the office at 717-334-5006.

The mission of the Adams County Arts Council is to cultivate an arts-rich community.