Exhibits
July ARTS E-NEWS
July 6, 2026 Dear friends of the arts, The Kentucky Arts Council is looking ahead to an exciting season of programs while celebrating important milestones that connect Kentucky’s past, present, and future. In June, the Kentucky Arts Council Board of Directors met to approve recommendations for several grant programs. We appreciate the thoughtful work of … Continued
Read MoreCelebrating the Black Experience Art Exhibit Launches Kentucky Tour
The Kentucky Arts Council launches the Celebrating the Black Experience touring art exhibit this July. The fifth annual exhibit, presented by the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage (KCAAH), includes mostly Kentucky artists and some from Indiana, Florida, Massachusetts, Benin and Zimbabwe. Media includes acrylic and oil paintings, fiber art, textiles, copper, drawings, and mixed … Continued
Read MoreDerby Exhibit opens May 2
This year’s Governor’s Derby Exhibit, “Long Shot,” is now on display at the Paul Sawyier Public Library in Frankfort, kicking off a showcase of Kentucky artists inspired by the spirit and tradition of the Derby season. Part of the Governor’s Derby Celebration activities, the exhibit will be on display through July 5, and features work from 41 artists representing communities across the … Continued
Read MoreKentucky Arts Council Now Accepting Submissions for 2026 Governor’s Derby Exhibit
The Kentucky Arts Council is now accepting submissions for the 2026 Governor’s Derby Exhibit, returning this May in celebration of the Commonwealth’s rich artistic talent and Derby tradition. This year’s theme is “Long Shot.” Inspired by the spirit of the Kentucky Derby, the exhibit invites Kentucky artists to explore risk, resilience, and the dreamers who … Continued
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Celebrating the Black Experience Art Exhibit Launches Kentucky Tour
The Kentucky Arts Council launched the Celebrating the Black Experience touring art exhibit this month. The fourth annual exhibit, presented by the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage (KCAAH), includes artists from all over Kentucky, and some from Indiana, Virginia, Tennessee, Illinois, Florida and Zimbabwe. Media includes fiber art, wood sculpture, textiles, copper, acrylic and oil paintings, drawings, and mixed media work with innovative … Continued
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Governor’s Derby Exhibit is now open!
The 2025 Governor’s Derby Exhibit is now open in the Capitol Rotunda in Frankfort. The work of 44 artists from across Kentucky, curated by the Kentucky Arts Council, will be on display through May 29. The exhibit, which carries the theme “Spring is Here,” opened April 30. Visiting hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. … Continued
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Accepting artwork for the Governor’s Derby Exhibit
Theme: “Spring is Here!” Exhibit runs from April 30 – May 2 The Kentucky Arts Council invites all Kentucky visual artists to submit work for consideration in the upcoming Governor’s Derby Exhibit April 30-May 29, 2025. The works selected for the exhibit will be on display in the Capitol Rotunda, and available for viewing by … Continued
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