Mary S. Byrd Gallery of Art
The Mary S. Byrd Gallery of Art is an exhibition space dedicated to showcasing engaging contemporary work by artists of regional and national distinction. As an active learning environment for the Department of Art and Design, the Gallery models professional practice, strengthens student development, and demonstrates the impact artists can have on individuals and communities. It stands as a welcoming hub for students and the broader public—inviting dialogue, sparking new ideas, and enriching the cultural vitality of Augusta, Georgia.
Gifts to the Mary S. Byrd Gallery of Art directly fuel exhibitions, visiting artists, student opportunities, and public programs. Your support expands access to contemporary art, deepens educational experiences, and invests in the creative future of our students and community. Together, we make the Gallery a place where meaningful art experiences continue to grow.
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Art & Design
Summerville Campus
Office 240
1120 15th Street, WH-240
Augusta, GA 30904
Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
2026 Juried Student Art Exhibition
January 21-March 4, 2026
Reception: Thursday, February 12, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The Mary S. Byrd Gallery of Art, located on Augusta University’s Summerville Campus, is pleased to present the 2026 Annual Student Juried Art Exhibition, on view from January 21 through March 4, 2026. This annual exhibition showcases exceptional student artwork created by emerging artists within the Augusta University Department of Art & Design.
This year’s exhibition was juried by Madeline Beck, Curator at the Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art, who selected works demonstrating strong conceptual development, technical skill, and diverse artistic voices. The exhibition highlights a wide range of media and approaches, reflecting the breadth and vitality of student creative practice at Augusta University.
Artists included in the exhibition are: Aliya Burnside, Ana Thompson, Antonio Fernandez, Ashley Daschbach, Avery Watson, Caroline McCall, Cesar I. Delgado, Chloe Weeks, Dawn Cardona, Gerry O’Meara, Harper Hall, Jasmine Lary, Jasmine Walker, Jocelyn Holloway, Laila Gracy, Michael Hall, Nika Aarts, Nikki Gibau, Orrin Thompson, Patricia Guthrie, Sawyer Fretz, Scarlett Wankerl, Seth Prior, Shelby Robertson, and Tiffany Nguyen.
