Looking to Exhibit?
Whether you are an emerging artist looking to begin your exhibition journey or an experienced working artist wanting to expand the reach of your work, the Greater Morgantown area has a variety of gallery locations and venues that display local artisan pieces. The following gallery locations listed include contact information and access to their websites to explore the opportunities they provide. For more assistance with connecting, please contact [email protected]
Local Venues
Website: https://monartscenter.com/
Address: 107 High St. Morgantown WV, 26505
Contact: [email protected]
Description: The Monongalia Arts Center (MAC), established in 1978, is located in a beautiful restored historic building, is a vibrant, community-driven arts center in Monongalia County, offering a home for visual, performing, and literary arts. The Monongalia Arts Center is committed to providing affordable access to diverse art forms through education, immersion, and outreach. The Arts Center hosts two galleries, the Benedum and Davis galleries, and the historic Tanner Theatre.
Website: https://www.andrewwhiteguitars.com/
Address: 198 Foundry St.
Contact: Andrew White – [email protected]
Andrew White Guitars is Morgantown’s local artisan guitar shop. Andrew White utilizes his creative abilities to create beautifully crafted musical instruments. Being a true advocate and lover of the arts, White features a large gallery space behind his storefront.
Website/Social: https://www.facebook.com/the.co.op.wv
Address: 131 Pleasant St.
Contact: Lisa Guilliani – [email protected]
The Co-op is a creative venue space that offers workshops, exhibitions, and rental opportunities. The space neighbors the beloved 123 Pleasant Street music venue, creating the perfect pair of live music and hands-on creative opportunities.
Website: https://www.morgantownartparty.com/
Address: 218 Walnut St. Morgantown WV, 26505
Contact: Jillian Kelly – [email protected]
Description: The Morgantown Art Party was created by community member Jillian Kelly to provide an inclusive creative space for every style of art you can imagine.
Website: www.morgantownartbar.com
Address: 268 High St Morgantown WV, 26505
Contact: Stephen Wilson – [email protected]
The Morgantown Art Bar is an art-centered bar that provides food, refreshments, and a variety of creative opportunities available to everyone.
Website: http://www.boparc.org/studio-287–community-artpottery-studio.html
Address: 287 Eureka Dr, Morgantown, WV 26505
Contact: 304-296-8356
Description: Announced in 2023, the Wiles Hill Community Center features the Deborah Palmer Gallery space, across from Eureka Cafe. The Deborah Palmer Gallery exhibits local artists, while the space also holds a public creative studio, Studio 287, in the basement.
Website: https://www.morgantownartassociation.com/about-maa.html
Address: Mountaineer Mall on Greenbag Road, Morgantown WV
Contact: https://www.morgantownartassociation.com/send-us-an-email.html
Description: MAA is a non-profit organization to promote the appreciation and practice of fine arts in the community. We have 135 members who create art in a variety of styles and media, including watercolor, oil and acrylic painting, drawing, collaging, mixed media, photography, stained and blown glass, printmaking, pottery/clay, wood turning, and sculpture. The gallery in the Mountaineer Mall in Morgantown, West Virginia showcases members’ artworks and also serves as a modern classroom for art education.
Website: https://www.ericksonalumnicenter.com/
Address: 1 Alumni Dr. Morgantown WV, 26506
Contact: Beth Keener-Flanery – [email protected]
Description: The WVU Erickson Alumni Center Nutting Gallery is a space donated by the Nutting Family. Intended to display large exhibition’s, the space has featured a variety of local artists.
Website: https://www.blackbearburritos.com/
Address: 3119 University Ave, Morgantown WV, 26505
Contact: Beth Keener-Flanery – [email protected]
Description: Black Bear Burritos on Evansdale is a local favorite for delicious and unique Mexican food. Being a large supporter of local artists, the walls are decorated with permanent local art and murals. The location features an art-for-sale wall that presents temporary exhibitions available for purchase.
