Mesaros Galleries
Managed and programmed by the Division of Art and Design, the Mesaros Galleries’ primary mission is to serve the educational needs of art majors and those studying art history and art appreciation. The programming focuses on contemporary artists of important or growing reputation. These artists come to WVU to serve as mentors and professional examples for art majors. The Galleries are committed to showing experimental work that is innovative, both in terms of media and content. Occasionally, historical or thematic exhibitions are prepared by an invited curator or drawn from the resources of the University’s Art Collection as a teaching tool for students. It is hoped that the University and Morgantown cultural community is enriched by exposure to top-quality contemporary works of art and this professional programming. The Mesaros Galleries embrace this special public function.
Eight to ten exhibitions are produced each year. These include B.F.A. Senior Projects, M.F.A. Candidate Thesis Projects, and traveling exhibitions. There are also solo exhibitions by major national and international contemporary artists, regional artists, group shows proposed by art faculty.
Additionally, graduate students in both the M.A. and M.F.A. programs gain valuable experience by working in the Galleries as part of a graduate assistantship. The Mesaros Galleries are located in the Creative Arts Center Douglas O. Blaney Lobby.
Mesaros Gallery Contact Information:
Robert Bridges, Curator
Division of Art & Design
PO Box 6111
Morgantown, WV 26506-6111
Bob.Bridges@mail.wvu.edu
(304) 293-2312