SDL periodically features the work of  local artists in the showcase to be exhibited for one month. 'Local' is defined as a person residing or owning property in Sanilac District Library's legal service area of CPS School District, Sanilac Township and portions of Forester Township. 

 Application for exhibits must be made with the Library Director.  The Library Director shall have the final decision on the content and arrangement of all items on display. Since exhibits in the Library are seen by anyone who enters the facility, including both children and adults who may have various degrees of sophistication, the materials of the exhibit must therefore meet what is generally known as “a standard acceptable to the community” or "family friendly".  Every item must meet the Library’s standard of value and quality. The Library reserves the right to reject any part of an exhibit or to change the manner of display. If an artist or patron disputes what is allowed to be displayed, he/she may appeal by following the procedures in the Patron Grievance Policy.

The quantity of artwork is limited to the size of the display case and be small enough to fit inside. Library staff will arrange exhibits. 

If an artwork is available for sale, Sanilac District Library will give an interested buyer the artist's contact information so that the transaction may be taken care of privately.   

Photographs of artwork may be posted to a virtual exhibit on SDL's website and/or used for promotional purposes.   Participation in Artist of the Month implies consent. All publicity relating to exhibits must be approved by the Library Director.

The Library assumes no liability in the event of damage, destruction or theft of an exhibited work. All reasonable effort is made to protect artwork.   The Library does not have stoorage space for boxes or materials used to transport artwork.   Artwork must be delivered the first day of the exhibit and picked up on the last day.