Located in the heart of Waco’s silo district,
Art Center Waco serves as a space where everyone can make,  view and learn about visual art.
Plan ahead — Gallery is temporarily closed as we prepare for our next exhibit.
September 25 — October 31, 2025

Beard Gallery | In Her Element

Opening reception, Thu, September 25th at 5:30pM

In Her Element brings together five distinctive voices from artist members of Women & Their Work, an Austin-based organization dedicated to advancing women artists. Featuring Tara Eales, Amy Twomey, Philana Oliphant, Georgie Miller, and Valerie Fowler, this exhibition showcases the dynamic range of voices of contemporary art practice in Texas.

Each artist explores their own creative territory—through experimental materials, bold conceptual ideas, or unexpected visual narratives. Together, their works create a dynamic conversation about what it means to be fully immersed in one’s artistic practice today.

Plan ahead — Gallery is temporarily closed as we prepare for our next exhibit.
September 16, 2025 — January, 2026

Flora Cameron Gallery | Sense of Place

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Open During Gallery Hours

Sense of Place brings together twenty works from the newly established Flora Cameron Collection, marking the first public glimpse of its holdings. The exhibition centers on the American Southwest, long recognized for its luminous skies, resilient landscapes, and layered cultural history. Through paintings and works on paper by artists such as Gustave Baumann, Nicolai Fechin, Norma Bassett Hall, Marc Chagall, and Larry Bell, the show reflects how the land and its people inspired both local voices and visitors drawn to Taos and its surrounding valleys.

Presented in part by Central National Bank.

“Beyond Blue” is an open interpretation art exhibit featuring PACT artists  and their versions of what it means to go beyond the color blue. 

Read full article on Wacoan.com

William Stewart is most certainly an abstract expressionistic, gestural landscape painter, but categorizing his work in the canon of art history feels like trapping a hummingbird. 

Read full article on Glasstire.com

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Artist Talk — In Her Element

Thu, October 9 , 5:30 pm 7:00 pm
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ArtVenture October

Thu, October 23 , 4:45 pm 6:15 pm
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ArtVenture November

Thu, November 20 , 4:45 pm 6:15 pm

Artist Studio Collective | October

Sat, October 11 , 10:00 am 2:00 pm

Art + education for less with a membership

Art Center Waco members benefit from special summer camp and rental pricing, get invitations to special events and discounts on select arts programs.

Our core values guide every aspect of our work.

Diversity

We are dedicated to being a space where everyone is welcome and everyone feels seen, and inspired.

Enrichment

We strive to offer a diverse range of exhibitions and art programs to activate and educate visitors of all ages and backgrounds.

Stewardship

As a trusted arts institution, we believe in preserving our permanent collection for future generations.

Accessibility

We offer affordable art education programs accessible to everyone.

Thanks to our generous supporters, our exhibitions are free and open to the public during regular gallery hours.

Donate to ACW

Our work is generously funded by grants, memberships, our Legacy Society and donors like you. 

Every donation will help to secure our vision to inspire lifelong engagement with art and arts education.

We are grateful for your support!

Contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Art Center Waco is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, tax ID# 74-1721811.

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