ASPIE held the grand opening for its new gallery from June 9 to 11 at 1905 Barton Drive, Lancaster. ASPIE is a nonprofit organization creating supplemental income for adult artisans with disabilities. The organization serves people who have autism, traumatic brain injuries, dystonia, cerebral palsy, and other disabilities and who have creative talent and skills. ASPIE helps these artisans generate income through donations for their original artwork using the online gallery at http://www.aspieartists.com as well as the new brick-and-mortar location.

During the grand opening, ASPIE featured 10 artists, including five from Lancaster County. Sixty-five people attended the event, and donors took home a total of 46 works of art, including paintings, photographic prints, metal sculptures, wooden toys and note cards. The five local artists spent time at the gallery, interacting with attendees.

ASPIE will host another weekend event at the gallery in the fall. Until then, the gallery will be open by appointment only, and those interested in viewing the artworks may call 207-412-8090.