Galleries
Discover the BGSU Fine Arts Center Galleries, where the community is invited to enjoy free exhibitions and events. From bold contemporary works by nationally recognized artists to inspiring faculty and student showcases, our galleries celebrate creativity at its finest.
Gallery Hours:
Wednesday – Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed University Holidays
Groups and class visits may be arranged by contacting galleries@bgsu.edu
- All galleries are wheelchair accessible with the exception of the upper level of the Willard Wankelman Gallery
- Paid parking is available in the first two rows of Lot N, off of Ridge St.
- Parking is free evenings after 6 p.m. and on weekends in Lot N
Current and Upcoming Exhibitions
FOCUS Show
August 26 - September 1
Dorothy Uber Bryan Gallery
Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony: Thursday, September 3
6-7PM, Awards Ceremony at Donnell Theatre, Wolfe Center for the Arts
7-8PM, Reception and Exhibition viewing at the Fine Arts Center Galleries
Celebrate the extraordinarily talented high school artists of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan at the 55th annual FOCUS Show.
This competitive juried exhibition includes over 300 works of art and showcases regional creativity.
Impressions of the Floating World
October 1 - 31
Dorothy Uber Bryan Gallery
Opening Reception: Thursday, October 8 | 7-9PM
Impressions of the Floating World showcases ukiyo-e Japanese woodblock prints from the permanent collection in conversation with student artworks and select contemporary pieces from regional lenders. The exhibition will explore the captivating style of these “artists of the floating world,” and will illustrate the profound influence they have had worldwide from the 18th century through today.
Many of the works in this exhibition will be on display for the first time at the Galleries. Student research into questions of provenance, connoisseurship, and materiality will provide a deeper understanding of the rich and nuanced lives of objects within the permanent collection. Highlighting historical detective work and scientific analysis, visitors will be invited to explore mysteries of the collection alongside our student researchers.
The School of Art is proud to honor and host the work of our graduating MFA students. This show features the work of Carrie Day, Emma Hampel, Ali Khoramshad, Ali Saffari, and Anna Stone.
Faculty Exhibition
November 15 - December 5
Dorothy Uber Bryan Gallery
Opening reception: November 15 | 2-4PM
This biennial exhibition celebrates the faculty and staff at the School of Art and reflects their individual creative activity through a professional showcase of technical mastery in a wide range of mediums.
Fall BFA Thesis Exhibition
November 30 – December 4
Willard Wankelman Gallery
This week only: the Galleries are open Monday - Saturday, 11AM - 4PM
Closing reception: December 3 | 2-4PM
Each fall, senior Bachelor of Fine Arts students in the School of Art have the opportunity to showcase their senior thesis works. These consummate works of the students - ranging from metals, sculpture, ceramics, and painting to glass, digital art and graphic design - fill the Willard Wankelman Gallery for a one-week show.
BGSU Fine Arts Center Permanent Collection
The BGSU Fine Arts Center Galleries’ permanent collections consist of over 2,000 works in a range of mediums, including prints, drawings, paintings, photographs, sculpture, and glass. Pieces date from the thirteenth century to modern day, and include many works from BGSU students and faculty, in addition to external nationally and internationally known artists.
The permanent collections support exhibition and research opportunities at BGSU, and works can be viewed by appointment. Research and teaching opportunities can be arranged for classes, as well as individual faculty, students, and outside scholars. Please contact Stephanie Garafolo, Galleries Curator, at sgarafo@bgsu.edu to make an appointment or for further information.
The BGSU Fine Arts Center gratefully acknowledges support from:
To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance or appropriate modifications to fully participate in these events by contacting Accessibility Services at access@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.
Updated: 08/18/2026 05:59PM