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Calvin University

Center Art Gallery

A Space to Experiment and Explore

Founded in 1974, the Center Art Gallery displays a wide range of temporary exhibitions, from major loan exhibitions, to visiting artists, to work by Calvin faculty, alumni, and students.

We view art making as a cross-disciplinary practice. The gallery functions as a lab for artists to experiment and explore artistic ideas and practices. Exhibitions become opportunities for visitors to explore and enhance their learning and interests.

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An art gallery with tapestries hung and lit on the wall and benches in the center.

3,800 square feet of exhibition space

Located in the Covenant Fine Arts Center, we welcome visitors throughout the academic year.

Hours and location

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The Center Art Gallery displaying an exhibition, with the title Art equals Math on the wall, and various geometric works of art throughout the space.

4 exhibitions each year

We host the Visiting Artist Series each fall and the Senior Show each spring, with two other loan or staff/alumni exhibitions in between.

See this year's exhibitions

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1,800+ works in our collection

Our permanent collection spans cultures and centuries and works are available for loan. 45% of the collection is on display throughout campus, enriching the daily lives of our community.

Explore the collection

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An art student poses behind a table of pottery at the Center Art Gallery at Calvin University.
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An art student shows her work to visitors at the Center Art Gallery at Calvin University.

Our Purpose and Passion

  • Support Calvin Artists: We champion the creativity of Calvin students, faculty, and alumni by offering space to exhibit and discuss their work.
  • Explore Global Perspectives: We bring diverse cultural art to campus, enriching learning through the lens of our liberal arts tradition.
  • Engage with Contemporary Questions: We invite the Calvin community to experience and reflect on thought-provoking art and ideas from today’s culture.
  • Celebrate Christian Creativity: We showcase work by Christian artists to foster dialogue and connection across faith traditions.

Upcoming Events and Exhibitions