A HUB FOR CREATIVITY
McColl Center is a nationally acclaimed artist residency and contemporary arts hub in Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. We are where artists and people who care about them converge, connect, and thrive. As a hub for creativity and a catalyst for growth, McColl Center is committed to putting artists first, supporting them throughout their careers with subsidized artist studios, access to modern equipment and tools, entrepreneurship programs, and 5,000 SF of gallery space to exhibit and sell work.
American Honey
McColl Center is pleased to present American Honey, an exhibition featuring a roster of ten Queer artists who are celebrating and challenging Americana through a spectrum of media including painting, tattooing, ceramic, textile, film, and everything in between.
Revolutionizing the Art Scene
Join us in celebrating creativity and community as we commission unique artworks, host artist studio visits, workshops, and collector talks. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting your art journey, everyone is welcome. Inaugural Commissioned Artists Matthew Steele, Tom Thoune, Katrina Sanchez, Marcus Kiser.
Opportunities at McColl Center
Upcoming Programs + Events
Monday, September 16 - Monday, October 21, 2024
Artist Studio Series: Ceramic Sculpture with Taylor Lee Nicholson (Fall Session A)
Discover ways to add color to your sculpture beyond traditional glaze, including underglazes and cold finishes.
Monday, September 16 - Monday, October 21, 2024
Artist Studio Series: Sculptural Lighting with Jessie Avant Smith (Fall Session A)
Join us for Sculptural Lighting at McColl Center, where you'll learn to design and fabricate a unique light fixture.
Tuesday, September 17 - Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Artist Studio Series: Collage and Mixed Media with CHD:WCK! (Fall Session A)
Through the use of collage and mixed media, you'll discover how ordinary materials and moments can be transformed into extraordinary art.
Wednesday, September 18 - Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Artist Studio Series: Printmaking with Jenn Garrison (Fall Session A)
Whether you consider yourself an artist or you claim you can’t draw, unlock your creativity through printmaking in this 6 week series.
Current Artists
Press + News
McColl Center Updates
MCCOLL BEGINS SEARCH FOR NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO
McColl Center seeks an experienced leader to guide McColl Center during an exciting time in the organization’s history.
McColl Center Updates
Unlocking Artistry: Why You Should Download Our CuratedMC App
In today's digital age, the world of art is at our fingertips. But what if I told you there's a gateway to a realm beyond what meets the eye? Welcome to CuratedMC – your key to unlocking the captivating world of the McColl Center.
McColl Center Updates
McColl Center Receives GuideStar Platinum Seal of Approval for 2023
The GuideStar Profile will be made publicly available by the McColl Center for the second year in a row.
McColl Center Updates
Teacher Workshop Invention & Modeling Day from the McColl Center
McColl Center and Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools joined forces to organize a Professional Development workshop for visual art teachers within the CMS district.