Mississippi Art Colony Exhibit Celebrates its 75th Anniversary

 

An exhibit and sale of work by 24 artists will open at the Union County Heritage Museum on August 13, at 5:30- 7:00 p.m. The opening reception is free and open to the public.

The Mississippi Art Colony is located in Louisville, MS, and is recognized as the oldest artist-run non-profit art colony in the United States.  Twice yearly it hosts five-day fine art workshops at Lake Tiak O’Khata in Louisville. Each retreat features a distinguished guest artist/instructor who provides mentorship and daily guidance.

A curated exhibition featuring works produced by attending artists travels to various museums and regional galleries across Mississippi following the workshops. A variety of work by winners are among art featured in the museum exhibit.

Union County Heritage Museum is located at 144 Cleveland St. in New Albany, Mississippi. See the museum’s calendar of events at :https://ucheritagemuseum.com/calendar/full-calendar/

For more history and general information about the Mississippi Artist Colony.