Welcome To The Lucretia C. Begley Art Gallery

Located in the W. W. Slider Humanities Center on the Lindsey Wilson University campus, the Lucretia C. Begley Art Gallery is a vibrant, cultural hub. The gallery is dedicated to showcasing contemporary and traditional artwork, providing a platform for both established and emerging artists.

Call to LWU Artists and Alumni — **Deadline for entry and artwork delivery**: October 6-10, 2025
**Exhibition Dates**: October 20 – December 13, 2025
**Reception**: Friday, October 24 | 5–7 p.m. CT (during Homecoming!)
**LWU Alumni Fine Art Exhibition Submission Form**

Lucretia Chilton Begley has played a vital role in the success of Lindsey Wilson University since 1977. Mrs. Begley graciously served as the First Lady of Lindsey Wilson for more than 20 years. In addition to her decades of volunteer service to the university, Mrs. Begley was a public school teacher, served as a full-time member of the Lindsey Wilson faculty as an art professor, and became a well-known regional artist. Her paintings and pottery have been featured in several exhibitions and have won numerous awards. Her approach to art is best described in a comment she made during an interview: “Deep within each of us lives that creative spirit and that creative spirit is evident in many ways. Through art we reach our highest level of potential and fulfillment.”

During the 1985-86 school year, Mrs. Begley was named curator of the first permanent art gallery in Lindsey Wilson history. In November 1997, the Lindsey Wilson Board of Trustees named the schools art gallery The Lucretia C. Begley Art Gallery in appreciation for her service to art education and regional art in Southcentral Kentucky. In 2005, for her dedication to Lindsey Wilson, education, and her accomplishments as an artist, the Lindsey Wilson faculty and Board of Trustees honored her with a doctorate of fine arts, honoris causa.

We look forward to seeing you in the gallery. Hours are 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. CT Monday-Friday, or by special appointment. For questions or additional information, please contact Kristyne Gilbert at gilbertk@lindsey.edu or 270-384-8007.

Want to showcase your artwork?
Contact us for more information, see tabs below for exhibition requirements.

Lucretia C. Begley Gallery 2025-2026 Exhibition Schedule

MAIN GALLERY: Lucretia Begley Retrospective

FOYER DISPLAYS: Tristan Roy, Lindsey Wilson Graduate

Date On View: Monday, August 25 - Friday, October 10, 2025
Gallery Talk Date: TBA

MAIN GALLERY: Alumni Fine Art Exhibition

FOYER DISPLAYS: Alumni Fine Art Exhibition

Date On View: Monday, October 20 - Saturday, December 13, 2025
Reception Date: (LWU Homecoming) Saturday, October 24, 2025 @ 5 - 7 p.m. CT

CAMPUS CLOSED DECEMBER 15, 2025 - JANUARY 11, 2026 (HOLIDAY)
--GALLERY IS EMPTY--

MAIN GALLERY: Faculty & Staff Exhibition

FOYER DISPLAYS: Faculty & Staff Exhibition

Date On View: Tuesday, January 20 - Friday, February 27, 2026
Reception Date: TBA

CAMPUS SPRING BREAK MARCH 2-7, 2026

MAIN GALLERY: Natalie Jackson (Photographer)

FOYER DISPLAYS: Women’s History Month

Date On View: Monday, March 16 - Friday, April 10, 2026
Reception Date: TBA

MAIN GALLERY: LWU Senior Show

FOYER DISPLAYS: LWU Senior Show

Date On View: Monday, April 20-Saturday, May 2, 2026
Gallery Talk: TBA

MAIN GALLERY: Paul Bela (Photographer)

FOYER DISPLAYS: TBA

Date On View: Monday, May 11 - Friday, July 31, 2026
Reception Date: TBA

Artwork Requirements

Hanging work may not exceed 40 lbs. per unit and are limited to 50” (including frame) in either direction. Three-dimensional work should not exceed 75 lbs. or 60” in any direction. All two-dimensional works on paper must be framed and under glass or plexiglass. Frames and mattes must be museum quality, clean, and in good condition. Wiring must be in good condition and substantial enough to support the weight of the artwork. Sawtooth hangers are acceptable for works 14”x14” or under only. Your artwork will not be accepted if it is not properly prepared for hanging.

Delivery/Return of Artwork

Artists/Alumni are responsible for the cost of all shipping. You may drop off your artwork in person at the Lucretia Begley Art Gallery in the W.W. Slider Humanities Center Building. All shipped artwork will be returned in original containers with original packing at the conclusion of the exhibition. Do not ship your artwork using packing peanuts. Artwork must be labeled on the back side and include artist name, mailing address, phone number, email address, title, year completed, dimensions, price, and presentation/installation instructions. Shipping address is 210 Lindsey Wilson Street, Columbia, KY 42728, ATTN: LWU Alumni Fine Art Exhibition.

Insurance

Unless otherwise instructed in writing, Lucretia Begley Art Gallery will insure objects lent to it under the Lindsey Wilson University insurance policies, for the amount specified on this agreement, against all risks of physical loss or damage from any external cause while on location during the period of the loan. The policy contains the usual exclusions for loss or damage due to such causes as gradual deteriorations, moths, vermin, inherent vice, war, invasion, hostilities, insurrections, confiscation by order of any government or public authority, risks of contraband or illegal transportation and/or trade.

Publicity and Photography

Unless Lucretia Begley Art Gallery is notified in writing to the contrary, it is understood that objects on loan may be photographed and reproduced for Lucretia Begley Art Gallery publications, publicity, and educational purposes.