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Galleries in Augusta's River Region

Augusta is alive with art! From public art tours and locally owned art shops, to galleries and museums, there are always things to do and see in our beautiful city and metro area. On this page you can find all the information on the galleries that the Greater Augusta Arts Council manages — the City Gallery and the Augusta & Co. Gallery — in addition to a list of local galleries and art museums throughout our community.

The City Gallery 

 

Since 2016, The Greater Augusta Arts Council, on behalf of the City of Augusta, has utilized the lobby of the Augusta-Richmond County Municipal building as a Gallery space to promote the vibrant cultural arts and talents that are abundant in the Augusta River Region.

 

Located at 535 Telfair St, in Downtown Augusta, GA. Exhibitions are typically held every 6 weeks to 3 months depending on availability. 

 

Please contact Gallery Director, Heather Dunaway at heather@augustaarts.com for more information.

 

Open Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Currently in the City Gallery...

The Annual Winter Art Showcase 

The Greater Augusta Arts Council is pleased to present its Annual Winter Art Showcase, a celebration of local creativity designed to make original artwork accessible during the holiday gift-giving season. The exhibition will be on display at the City Gallery, located inside the Augusta-Richmond County Municipal Building at 535 Telfair Street, from October 15, 2026, through January 7, 2027.

The Annual Winter Art Showcase features artwork by Deepti Malik, Mel Cearley, Jack Strickland, Carol Cross, Anna Carbone, Kelley Igo, EMESARTSY, Shannon Colvin, and Karey Santos. Bringing together a variety of artistic styles and mediums, the exhibition highlights the diverse talent of artists working throughout the local community.

As a $200-and-under exhibition, the showcase offers patrons an opportunity to purchase locally made, original artwork at an accessible price point while directly supporting CSRA based artists. From thoughtful holiday gifts to pieces for collectors and art lovers, the exhibition makes it easy to give the gift of local art this season.

The public is invited to celebrate the artists and exhibition at a free opening reception on Friday, November 14, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at the City Gallery. The exhibition will remain on view through January 7, 2027.

 

The City Gallery is presented by the Greater Augusta Arts Council in partnership with the City of Augusta. Located in the lobby of the Augusta-Richmond County Municipal Building, the gallery provides an accessible public space for showcasing the work of local and regional artists while connecting the community with the arts.

 

For more information about the Annual Winter Art Showcase and other exhibitions presented by the Greater Augusta Arts Council, visit the Greater Augusta Arts Council website at www.augustaarts.com/galleries or follow the organization on social media.

Up Next in the City Gallery…

 

  • The Annual Augusta Black History Exhibition featuring the Mayoral Collection of Augusta Black History – restored and enlarged photographs.
  • She Made It – A showcase that exhibits local artists who identify as women in celebration of Women’s History Month.
  • The Davidson Exhibition – A showcase of artworks created by students attending the Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School in Augusta, GA.
  • Naturally – An exhibition highlighting the beauty of Nature in Augusta. 

…and more!

Augusta & Co. Gallery

The Augusta & Co Gallery is located within the innovative visitor’s center and retail experience, Augusta and Company at 1010 Broad Street.

 

The Greater Augusta Arts Council, in partnership with Visit Augusta and Augusta & Co. staff invites both the “company” of fellow Augustans, or that of visiting friends and family, to experience the authentic flavors of Augusta through its rotating locals only art gallery. 

 

The works seen in this space are created by Augusta River Region based artists or artists who call Augusta home. This gallery hosts many forms of visual artwork, from paintings to photography to sculpture.

 

Open Mon – Sat 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Closed on Sunday

 

Currently in the Augusta & Co. Gallery...

Georgia Clay

 

The Greater Augusta Arts Council is pleased to present Georgia Clay, a new group exhibition celebrating the rich tradition of clay and ceramics in Augusta’s River Region. The exhibition will be on display at the Augusta & Co. Gallery from October 1, 2026, through January 7, 2027, bringing together the work of CSRA-based artists who explore the versatility, beauty, and enduring creative possibilities of clay.

 

Georgia’s abundant clay deposits have played an important role in the state’s history, industry, and artistic traditions for generations. Georgia Clay honors that legacy while showcasing how contemporary local artists continue to transform this natural resource into functional, sculptural, decorative, and wearable works of art. The exhibition features a diverse selection of clay-based artwork, including ceramics, pottery, sculpture, mosaics, and mixed media. Featured local artists include Victoria Blair, Angelika Selman-Bondar, Yana Bondar, Theresa Borrusso, Emily Hogue, Grace Monroe, and Jenn Peeples.

 

Designed with the holiday gift-giving season in mind, all artwork in Georgia Clay is priced at $200 or less, offering visitors an opportunity to purchase original, handcrafted artwork while supporting local artists.

The public is invited to celebrate the exhibition at a free opening reception on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Augusta & Co. Gallery.

 

Georgia Clay will be on view October 1, 2026–January 7, 2027, at Augusta & Co. Gallery, 1010 Broad Street, Augusta, Georgia. The gallery is located inside Augusta & Co., a destination for visitors and locals to discover Georgia-made products, art, and culture.

 

For more information about Georgia Clay and other exhibitions presented by the Greater Augusta Arts Council, visit the Greater Augusta Arts Council website or follow the organization on social media. Learn more at visit www.augustaarts.com/galleries.

Up Next in the Augusta & Co. Gallery...

 

  • “History Explored” – a group exhibition of original works inspired by Augusta’s African American History.
  • Green – a group exhibition of works that explore the history, iconography, and symbolism of the color green. 
  • This Is AugUSta – A group exhibition of visual local artwork that highlights the Augusta Arts scene and the importance of supporting local creatives, as told by visual artists.
  • Golden Years – Augusta University (AU) Faculty, Staff, Student and Alumni Showcase

… and more!

Hanging Your Work In Our Galleries

Walker Display French Cleat

Both the City Gallery and Augusta & Co. Gallery use the Walker Display Rod-Rail hanging system (pictured at left). Many local galleries utilize this system, as it has minimal damage to walls and is historic building friendly. For more information on this system, please visit www.walkerdisplay.com . To learn about what methods work best for hanging on this system, check out this site.

 

We encourage all artists interested in displaying work in our galleries to research this display method, as several types of store-bought frames are not designed to hang from this type of system.

 

You can also read Gallery Director Heather Dunaway’s Blog, the Word, for tips on how to properly frame, wire and hang your work. 

Are you an artist interested in being featured in one of the Greater Augusta Arts Council’s galleries?

 

You can submit your solo and group exhibition proposals for the City Gallery and Augusta & Co. Gallery.  The Arts Council also hosts several open calls for art for our group exhibitions throughout the year. Please sign up for our Artist’s Newsletter and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates on open calls for art.

 

Email our Gallery Director, Heather Dunaway, for more information at heather@augustaarts.com 

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