The Institute is proud to offer visual arts education opportunities for students of all ages and interests. Quarterly studio classes and workshops are available in a wide range of media, from drawing and painting to photography, weaving, clay, and sculpture. Our award-winning Prime Time Art program provides weekly visual arts instruction to more than 5,000 elementary school students and senior citizens annually. In addition, the Gertrude Herbert serves as a showcase for local and regional artists, hosting at least six major exhibits of contemporary art in its Main Gallery each year. Rotating student exhibits feature works by school children from all over the Augusta area.
Admission is free.
To provide facilities for the teaching of art, and to promote art education opportunities throughout the community. To provide support, educational enrichment, and exposure for local artists and their work.