The University Galleries are dedicated to serving Missouri State University, Springfield and the Midwest region.
Galleries are located throughout campus and downtown Springfield.
Now on View
Carolla Arts Exhibition Center
Let me tell you a story
Gathering our roots to find belonging
July 7 – August 1 | First Friday Art Walk: August 1, 6-8pm
The Carolla Arts Exhibition Center is open to the public Tuesday - Friday, 11am - 6pm.
Brick City Gallery
The Long Ride Home: Black Cowboys in America
ft. photography from Ron Tarver
July 7 – August 1 | First Friday Art Walk: August 1, 6-8pm
The Brick City Gallery is open to the public Tuesday - Friday, 11am - 6pm.
Cabot Gallery
Intergenerational Artistic Expression & Research and Conservation of Art and Artifacts | Conference Poster Presentations by Students of Missouri State University’s Museum Studies Program
July 7 – August 1 | First Friday Art Walk: August 1, 6-8pm
The Cabot Gallery is open to the public Tuesday - Friday, 11am - 6pm.
Museum Studies Exibit Space
Artifacts from the Bonniebrook Homestead, Late 19th to Mid-20th century Missouri
August 1 – September 30, 2025
Opening reception: August 1st with MSU alumna presentation by Renee Walker
The Park Central Branch Library is open to the public Monday - Saturday, 10am - 6pm
Galleries
Our mission
As a collective network of galleries, we seek to:
- Connect with patrons and students through engaging exhibitions exploring contemporary art and culture.
- Support the mission and legacy of the Art and Design Department.
- Serve as a professional development resource for students preparing for careers in the visual arts and design.
- Foster an environment of exploration and experimentation for Missouri State students, the Springfield community, and the Midwest region.
We look forward to seeing you in the galleries and online.
Our Commitment
Using art and design to communicate the history and intersectionality of human lives is central to our mission through education and civic engagement. The Art and Design Department is committed to active, intentional and ongoing engagement with all people, in the curriculum, and in communities. We aim to increase one’s awareness, content knowledge, cognitive sophistication and empathic understanding of the complex ways individuals interact within systems and institutions.
Appraisals or authentications
University Galleries does not provide appraisals or authentications.
We suggest contacting the Appraisers Association of America for guidelines and state searches. You can also find general information and links for appraisals at the Archives of American Art.
Exhibiting with The University Galleries
Interested in exhibiting in the University Galleries? Our programming schedule is planned 2-3 years in advance and is reviewed by the department’s Exhibitions Committee. Feel free to send any questions or proposals to Jodi McCoy, Director of Exhibitions at jmccoy@missouristate.edu