Celebrating Artists in Central Virginia

On View in the Up Front Gallery:Alpha Massaquoi Jr., Black Noise

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Robert Pennix, History Not to Be Forgotten Presented in the Ann White Gallery

Robert Pennix

Robert Pennix

Robert Pennix's History Not to Be Forgotten

Art on the Move: Our Offsite Exhibitions

In addition to showcasing artwork at our art center, we also exhibit pieces at other locations throughout the community. Our artworks are showing in Westminster Canterbury, Magnolia Foods, and the Virginian Hotel in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Experience Lori Leist's artworks at Westminster Canterbury

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Ramey Campbell's Oil Works Showcased at The Virginian Hotel

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  • Welcome to First Friday at the Galleries

    Welcome to First Friday at the Galleries

    Join us for First Friday on March 6 from 5–8 PM and experience two inspiring exhibitions, including Monica Parson’s VISION and the Group 6 exhibition Play With Meaning. Enjoy an...

    Welcome to First Friday at the Galleries

    Join us for First Friday on March 6 from 5–8 PM and experience two inspiring exhibitions, including Monica Parson’s VISION and the Group 6 exhibition Play With Meaning. Enjoy an...

  • Paintings in Bloom

    Paintings in Bloom

    The Art of Observation highlights the luminous floral paintings of Ruth Gomes and Lori Leist, whose masterful use of light, color, and space brings still life into vivid bloom. Through...

    Paintings in Bloom

    The Art of Observation highlights the luminous floral paintings of Ruth Gomes and Lori Leist, whose masterful use of light, color, and space brings still life into vivid bloom. Through...

  • Black Identity Through the Lens of the Artist

    Black Identity Through the Lens of the Artist

    In honor of the centennial celebration of Black History Month, the Academy Center’s First Friday show features powerful works by emerging artists Alpha Massaquoi Jr. and Robert Pennix. Through striking...

    Black Identity Through the Lens of the Artist

    In honor of the centennial celebration of Black History Month, the Academy Center’s First Friday show features powerful works by emerging artists Alpha Massaquoi Jr. and Robert Pennix. Through striking...

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