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
Bows and Blunted Scissors: works by Ali Hval
March 19 - May 8, 2026
Reception: Thursday,March 19, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The Mary S. Byrd Gallery of Art at Augusta University presents Bows and Blunted Scissors, a solo exhibition by Ali Hval, on view from March 19 to May 8, 2026. A public reception will be held on Thursday, March 19, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Admission is free.
Working across ceramics, fabric, and installation, Hval creates oversized, highly decorative sculptures that explore femininity, identity, and cultural expectation. Her glittering surfaces and playful materials draw viewers in while revealing layered narratives of feminist critique, humor, and personal experience.
