History and Culture - Galleries
Anderson County Arts Center
110 Federal St.Anderson, SC 29625
(864) 222-2787 www.andersonartscenter.org
The center is located in a newly renovated warehouse and includes an artisans’ center, classrooms, studio space, a permanent collection gallery and rotating gallery space.
Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University
1700 Wade Hampton Blvd.Greenville, SC 29614
(864) 770-1331
www.bjumg.org
One of the most highly recognized collections of old master paintings in America; includes works by Reni, Dolci, Rubens, Van Dyck, Ribera and Murillo. Open Tu-Su, 2-5pm. Closed Dec. 20-25, Jan. 1 and July 4. Children must be six years or older. A modest admission fee.
Museum & Gallery at Heritage Green
Buncombe St.Greenville, SC
www.bjumg.org (864) 770-1331
M&G at Heritage Green rotates special exhibits of works selected from M&G’s world renowned painting collection plus features interactive, educational displays that bring the art and times of the Old Masters to life for all ages.
Carolina Foothills Artisan Center
124 W. Cherokee St., Chesnee, SC 29323(864) 461-3050
www.cfac.us
The 2,000-square foot gallery features high quality art and craft from more than 90 juried artisans of South and North Carolina. Wed 10am-2pm. Th & Fr 10:00am-5:30pm Sa 10-3pm
Furman University Thompson Gallery
3300 Poinsett Hwy.Greenville, SC 29613
(864) 294-2074 www.Furman.edu
The gallery in Furman’s Roe Art Building exhibits the work of top local and regional artists, and Furman students. Open weekdays 9am-5pm.
Greenville County Museum of Art
420 College Street, Greenville, SC 29601(864) 271-7570 www.greenvillemuseum.org
One of the country's premier American art museums, drawing visitors from around the globe to see the work world class artists Andrew Wyeth and Jasper Johns. Also see The Southern Collection, tracing the history of american art from Colonial times to the present. Opens at 11:00 Tu-Sa, 1:00 on Sundays. Galleries close at 5 except Th, when they're open until 8:00. Admission is always free.
Kudzu Kabin Designs
1105 E. Main St., Walhalla, SC 29691(864) 718-8864
www.nancybasket.com
Kudzu and pine-needle baskets, hundreds of kudzu paper folk art, quilt and custom designs available. The gallery is located in a 100 year old barn built with kudzu bale walls. Open M-Sa 10am-4pm. Su by appointment.
Milliken Art Gallery
580 E. Main St.Spartanburg, SC 29302
(864) 596-9177
www.converse.edu
The Milliken Art Gallery provides an exhibit space with visual access to exhibitions around the clock. During much of the year, the gallery is filled by the work of a wide variety of professional artists. In addition to exhibiting, visiting artists present workshops and lectures that are open to the public. In April and May, the gallery displays exhibits by Converse students.
Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University
1700 Wade Hampton Blvd.Greenville, SC 29614
(864) 770-1331 www.bjumg.org
One of the most highly recognized collections of old master paintings in America; includes works by Reni, Dolci, Rubens, Van Dyck, Ribera and Murillo. Open Tu-Su, 2-5pm. Closed Dec. 20-25, Jan. 1 and July 4. Children must be six years or older. A modest admission fee.
Museum & Gallery at Heritage Green
Buncombe St., Greenville, SCwww.bjumg.org (864) 770-1331
M&G at Heritage Green rotates special exhibits of works selected from M&G’s world renowned painting collection plus features interactive, educational displays that bring the art and times of the Old Masters to life for all ages.
Rob Gentry Pottery
802 Central Road, Pendleton, SC 29670(864) 646-9622
www.robgentrypottery.com
Clay becomes functional art at this unique studio gallery. Rob’s handmade creations range from aquariums to bathroom sinks and include a full range of functional pottery. His South Carolina Palmetto Plates have proved to be beautiful and popular. They have been used as gifts by our state government to visiting dignitaries. His studio/gallery is open to the public. Please call for directions and current business hours.
Lee Gallery
Lee Hall, Clemson UniversityClemson, SC 29634
(864) 656-3883
www.clemson.edu/caah/leegallery
Clemson University’s Lee Gallery provides the university and surrounding community access to regional, national and international artists. These exhibitions explore contemporary issues seeking to enhance academic programs and serve the broader mission of the university. Lee Gallery also showcases student artists as they complete their course of study. Open M-F 9am-4:30pm; Su 2-5pm. The gallery is closed on university holidays.
Pickens County Museum of Art & History
307 Johnson St.Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 898-5963
www.co.pickens.sc.us/culturalcommission
Housed in a recently expanded 1902 Victorian style jail building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the museum features permanent displays on regional history as well as changing exhibits of traditional, folk and fine art. Open Tu, W, F 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-7:30pm and Sa 9am-4:30pm.
Carolina Foothills Artisan Center
124 W. Cherokee St., Chesnee, SC 29323(864) 461-3050
www.cfac.us
A 2,000-square foot gallery selling handmade, original work of almost 100 juried Carolina artisans including pottery, furniture, paintings, jewelry and more! Wed 10am-2pm. Th & Fr 10:00am-5:30pm Sa. 10-3pm
