May Exhibitions: “Black Life in Mobile” & Mobile Art Association
This May, MAC’s Gallery @ Room 1927 will host two new exhibitions: “Black Life in Mobile,” a community photovoice project presented by The Black Life, Arts, and Culture Coalition (BLACC) and the Mobile Art Association’s (MAA) “Annual Spring Members’ Show.” “Black Life in Mobile” sets out to answer the question, “What is Black Life in…
Read MoreApril Exhibition: “FIVE”
“Five” is a juried exhibition of work by students from the area’s five colleges and universities, sponsored every other year by the Mobile Arts Council (MAC). The 2022 exhibition will be displayed in MAC’s Gallery @ Room 1927 from Wednesday, April 6th through Friday, April 29th, with a reception and awards presentation during the LoDa…
Read MoreProfessional Visual Artist Panel Discussion
Mobile Arts Council is hosting an Artist Panel Discussion on Wednesday, April 27th from 6 to 8 p.m. at our Gallery @ Room 1927. The panel consists of four successful professional artists: Rachel Wright, Ardith Goodwin, Bruce Larsen, and Andy Scott. The purpose of this event is to hear from these artists on what has…
Read MoreBlack Life in Mobile – Photovoice Project
Join the Black Life, Arts, and Culture Coalition (BLACC) in their invitation to Mobile’s Black communities to document the answer to the question, “What is Black Life in Mobile?” BLACC’s goal is to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Black communities in our city. The culmination of this project will result in an exhibition of…
Read MoreMarch Exhibitions: “A Walk in the Woods” by Wendy Allen, “Wildlife Wedding Cakes” by Nancy Milford, & the “Bienville Fallen Oak Exhibition”
This March, the Mobile Arts Council’s Gallery @ Room 1927 will feature three exhibitions: A Walk in the Woods by Wendy Allen, Wildlife Wedding Cakes by Nancy Milford, and the Fallen Bienville Oak Exhibition. Gallery Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays – Fridays and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. These…
Read MoreCelebrating Black Artists
This February, in recognition of Black History Month, the Mobile Arts Council will be highlighting local, Black creatives on our social media. This year, the Black History Month theme is Black Health and Wellness. While it is encouraged that you submit any works that fall under that theme, it is not a requirement. For more…
Read MoreGet your tickets for the 17th Annual Artys
The Mobile Arts Council (MAC) announces ticket sales for the 17th Annual Artys. Tickets are now available for $35 and will remain available for purchase online until January 26th. Tickets will also be available at the door for $45. The event will take place on Thursday, January 27th, 2022 from 7 to 9 p.m. at…
Read MoreJanuary Exhibitions: “Carnival” by Bill Woolley & “Thrown Art” by Steve Joynt
This January, the Mobile Arts Council’s Gallery @ Room 1927 will feature two exhibitions: Carnival by Bill Woolley and Thrown Art by Steve Joynt. Gallery Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays – Fridays and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. These exhibitions will hang through Friday, January 28th. William Matthew Woolley,…
Read More“FIVE” Biennial College Art Competition
“FIVE” is a juried exhibition of work by students at the area’s five colleges and universities, sponsored every other year by the Mobile Arts Council (MAC). The 2022 exhibition will be displayed in the MAC’s Gallery @ Room 1927 (6 South Joachim Street) from April 5th through 30th, with a reception and awards presentation during…
Read MorePoetry Out Loud 2021-22
Every year Alabama high school students, grades 9th through 12th, are invited to participate in the Poetry Out Loud National Recitation Contest. By performing poetry, students can master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn more about literary history and contemporary life. Poetry Out Loud uses a pyramid structure. Beginning at the classroom level, winners…
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