Exhibits
Exhibits on view Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00-5:00. Donations are accepted at the door for non-members during regular business hours. Admission to the Art Center during regular hours is free thanks to the partnership with WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center.
Admission to opening receptions is $10 for non-members and FREE for members.
Allied Artists: 72nd Juried Exhibit: Friday, Sept. 18th - Saturday, Oct. 17th, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, September 18th, 5-7 p.m.
Allied Artists of West Virginia, Inc., is a non-profit, educational and cultural association whose mission is to encourage, nurture, and present the work of West Virginia artists to the community. Since 1930, AAWV has encouraged artists to show their work, fostered the development of new works, and furthered artistic interests in the community.
On & Off the Wall: ReStore ReDesign: September 18th - October 17th, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, September 18th, 5-7 p.m.
Presented by Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Ohio Valley.
Local artists are invited to explore the Habitat ReStore and select a piece — furniture, artwork, or even quicky knick-knacks. Using your creativity, transform it into a fresh, imaginative work of art. Works will be included in a silent auction fundraiser benefiting Habitat for Humanity MOV.
This is a unique oppurtunity for community exposure — your art seen by hundreds of visitors, plus online bidders. Your creativity helps build homes and hope right here in the MOV. Every redesigned piece becomes part of Habitat’s mission to make safe, affordable housing a reality for local families.
For official MOV ReStore ReDesign contest rules visit https://www.habitatmov.com/restore/redesign.
Progressions: Works by Harold Edwards & David Riffle: Oct 23 — Nov 7, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, October 23rd, 5-7 p.m.
Harold Edwards and David Riffle are long-time friends and fellow artists from West Virginia. Their work reflects their love of the Mountain State, but in ways that are quirky and unexpected. Their colorful three-dimensional pieces peer down from the walls and poke around the corners, flinging out a bright interpretation of home and safety…but always with an element of surprise!
Chasing the Muse: Works by Belinda Armstrong: Saturday, Nov 21 - Dec 2026
“All That Glitters”
Opening Reception: Saturday, November 21, from 4:00-6:00 p.m
Belinda is a true Mountaineer, born and raised in West Virginia. Like so many children, she was given a box of Crayola® crayons and a basic watercolor set. She spent countless hours drawing and painting, and loved giving her artwork to family and friends. She determined in high school to pursue the study of art, and enrolled at WVU, where she earned her B.F.A with Certification in Art Education. She taught art for 25+ years in both the public and private sector. Her work is inspired by her connection to the landscape and our state's natural beauty. Belinda works primarily in painting mediums, pastel, acrylic, oil and mixed media.
Artist Trees 2026: November 21 - December 2026
ArtistTrees26 opens Saturday, November 21, bringing back one of the Parkersburg Art Center’s most imaginative holiday traditions. Each tree is an artist’s interpretation of a famous, or sometimes not-so-famous, work of art, transformed into three dimensions with ingenuity, humor, and the occasional bit of glorious excess. The results are always surprising, and definitely not for the faint of heart! Come and vote for your favorites.
Past Exhibits
Ki No Kaze: The Art of Bonsai: September 18 -26, 2026
For a limited one-week engagement, the Ki No Kaze group brings the living art of bonsai to the gallery. These West Virginia artists shape and train miniature trees into striking natural sculptures—each one a meditation on balance, patience, and care.
The group’s name, Ki No Kaze, is drawn from the Japanese phrase meaning “Wind in the Trees”—a fitting expression of the quiet beauty and movement found in bonsai.
Because these living works require specific conditions to thrive, the exhibit is brief. Even so, the trees offer a powerful counterpoint to the other work on view, reminding us that art can grow slowly, quietly, and with deep intention.
mist drifts through branches
one breath shared by leaf and wind
stillness has its sound
The River 2026 Exhibit: July 24 -September 5, 2026
Juror: Chris Krupinski
Join us as we celebrate some of the finest artists from both sides of the mighty Ohio River. Meet the artists, explore this outstanding biennial exhibit, and find out who takes home the cash prizes! We will accept donations at the door but there is not fee for the community to attend.
Awards include:
• $1,000 Best of Show
• Sponsors' Awards
• Cash awards for Excellence in 2-D, 3-D, Photo/Digital, and Theme categories
This year's theme is "America's 250th Birthday," and we're excited to see how artists interpret this historic milestone.
We'll also have live music from North Carolina bluegrass band The Wilder Flower, making it an even better evening!
A special thank you to our award sponsors: WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center, United Bank, and to Jose Rizo and the Ruth Tepley Fund through the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation for their generous support.
For a list of all artists included in The River 2026 Exhibit please click here: The River 2026 Artists
Congratulations to Virginia Killian for winning the People’s Choice Award! Click to see all River 2026 Winners.
Visual Music, Sculptured Stories & The Post-Modern Funeral: Works by Linda Stonestreet, Bob Fisher and Kevin Allison: June 5 - July 11, 2026
Three West Virginia artists who celebrate the road not often taken: Linda, with her bravura oils, Bob’s wry found-object commentary, and Kevin’s very cool assemblages. Prepare to have your senses rearranged, in a good way, of course.
Art Is Life/Life Is Art Exhibit: June 5 - July 11, 2026
Join Ginny Killian and her band of merry art makers in a celebration of the creativity of older artists. This show features the work of participants in the two sessions of Art Is Life/Life Is Art class that brings individuals 55+ together to bond over their creative endeavors and to make some really cool stuff! This program was supported with finacial assistance from the WV Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts. Thanks for additional funding from the Neighborhood Investment Program. The reception is supported by the Ausenheimer Fund for Senior Arts through Artsbridge.
Refreshments, cash bar and lively conversation will be part of the fun on this evening!
Free admission with donations gratefully accepted at the check-in table.
New Realities: Works by Frederick Hays: May 1 - May 30, 2026
Ride My Bus by Frederick Hays
"New Realities is a collection of my recent work that explores the interaction between humanity and nature in our ever evolving understanding of a world we only briefly inhabit, yet profoundly impact. These paintings investigate shifting light, changing perspectives, and moments of social uncertainty through the interplay of the human eye and the human psyche, impacting how we see, interpret and emotionally respond to the experience.
Through rhythm, composition, and carefully considered color harmonies, my work guides the viewer’s eye, sometimes offering a sense of balance and peace, and, at other times, introducing tension or ambiguity. Unexpected elements often catch the viewer off-guard, creating a dynamic and immersive viewing experience.
Drawing on my extensive art background, recognition, and awards, I continue to pursue unique techniques, intriguing context, and a distinctive style. Ultimately, my goal is not only to reflect the complexities of life and nature, but to evoke a deeper, meaningful and, at times, spiritual, experience for the viewer." - Fred Hays
A special thanks to Jose Rizo for sponsoring this exhibit.
“38 Years of art by Marj Teague”: March 14th through April 25th, 2026
Marj Teague is a veteran West Virginia artist based in Williamstown. She opened the Marj Teague Art Gallery in 1964. She is known for her oil paintings, especially her regional scenes, including covered bridges and, most notably, a painting of the Delta Queen sternwheeler steamboat.
Ms. Teague served as a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps until 1962. She established her reputation as an artist through one-person shows in New York, Philadelphia, Providence, Atlantic City, and Virginia Beach and moved to WV in 1962.
Teague works primarily in oil paints, focusing on subjects that often reflect regional, historic or nostalgic scenes, such as abandoned oil derricks and landscapes.
The Art Center’s exhibit, “38 Years of art by Marj Teague” will be curated by guest curator Dottie Enoch. The retrospective features oils, mixed media and prints, with a limited number of works for sale.
Toy & Doll Museum Exhibit: March 14th - April 4th, 2026
The Art Center is collaborating with the Childrens Toy and Doll Museum to showcase the artistic craftsmanship and history of vintage toys, highlighting their significance as both nostalgic playthings and as works of art. This Pop-Up exhibit will be an engaging, family-friendly show that bridges art, history, and storytelling.
All dolls and toys featured are part of the extensive collection housed at the Children's Toy and Doll Museum located at 206 Gilman Avenue, Marietta, Ohio. The museum provides a glimpse into the past of what entertained and educated children in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and will reopen for the season in May.
Wood County Scools Exhibit: March 2026
The Parkersburg Art Center welcomes The Wood County Schools Student Art Exhibit to our gallery walls from March 14th through March 26th. Opening Reception and awards will be on the evening of March 25th.
“Rabbit Medicine & Other World-Building” by Savannah Schroll Guz: Jan 16-March 7, 2026
Savannah Schroll Guz’s work is in private collections from NYC to San Diego and has been shown in a variety of cities along the East Coast and in the Midwest. Representing the state of WV, Guz was one of the 36 artists involved in the "Her Flag Project" (www.herflag.com), which has been on view at both the Clinton Library in Little Rock, AR, and the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, DC. Guz was a 2025 West Virginia Creative Network Creative Entrepreneur Fellow, and you can follow her in her studio on Instagram at @savannahschrollguz or learn more about her at www.savannahschrollguzstudios.com/.
"My work is heavily influenced by the folktales, fables, and stories my mother read to me as a child. I consistently seek out these stories even now—from haunting tales about my Pennsylvania Dutch ancestors to the legendary creatures of traditional folklore. I consider my art a kind of world-building effort, whereby I create a miniature universe within each work, whether two-dimensional or three-dimensional. These are, to me, other realms…dimensions parallel to our own and complete with their own symbology. I invite you to step into them."
— Savannah Schroll Guz
Rinse and Repeat: An Exhibit by Art Beat Studio: January 16 - March 7, 2026
Our hearts were broken when we had to close our first attempt at this exhibit just one day after a triumphant opening back in March of 2020. We are giving it another try! The creative artists from the Wood County Society’s ArtBeat Studio will again fill our space with color and joy.
The Artbeat Studio is a collaborative and adaptive community arts center in beautiful downtown Parkersburg, West Virginia.
We use a collaborative and exploratory process to help create an environment that fosters accessibility, inclusion, and abundance. By focusing on the process and exploring materials, whether it be paint, thread, clay, paper mache, or fabric, we help artists develop their artistic processes and build their confidence, which in turn ensures communities are united and individuals live their best lives!
The backbone of Artbeat Studio is a group of talented artists with developmental differences creating masterpieces from up-cycled materials.
Anything Goes: Wild Things
All-Member Exhibition of the West Virginia Watercolor Society: Nov 15 - Dec 20, 2025
Since 1984, the West Virginia Watercolor Society has supported artists across the state, promoting high standards in watercolor, encouraging emerging painters, and helping the public appreciate this surprisingly versatile medium.
Their All-Member exhibition, held biennially at the Art Center, brings together works by artists of all levels and styles. Each member may submit up to three pieces, making for a wide-ranging and always high-quality show.
This year’s theme—Anything Goes: Wild Things—leaves the door wide open. Whether artists took their inspiration from wildlife, wild color, wild ideas, or just let their imaginations run wild, the result is a spirited, eclectic mix that surprises as often as it delights.
The exhibition is judged for awards by Joel Dugan, artist and professor at Fairmont State University.
Come see what happens when watercolor artists throw out the rules... just a little.
IMAGES Above: "The Black Cat" by Sandy Shaw and "The Endangered Darter" by Patricia Stein
