25 Years of McColl Center
Twenty-five years ago, the dream of creating an urban artist's colony in a fire-ravaged church in uptown Charlotte became a reality. Today, as a hub for creativity and a catalyst for growth, McColl Center is dedicated to putting artists first, supporting them throughout their careers with subsidized studios, access to modern equipment and tools, entrepreneurship programs, and 5,000 square feet of gallery space to exhibit and sell their work. Since 1999, our artist residency program has provided a haven for artists—a space where they have the time, resources, and freedom to turn their dreams into reality.
Join us in celebrating our rich history and the incredible artists who have shaped our community. Throughout the year, we’ll share inspiring stories and opportunities to engage with our community at upcoming celebratory events. Learn more.
Opportunities at McColl Center
Upcoming Programs + Events
Saturday, April 26
Dark and Divine Union
Dark & Divine Union invites you to an intimate poetry workshop and artist talk at the McColl Center, featuring CHD:WCK!, Darian Parham, and poet Tammaka Staley.
Thursday, May 8
Contemporaries Wrap Party
The Contemporaries is turning 1! Let's celebrate Charlotte’s new art collecting community.
Thursday, May 22 - Saturday, June 28, 2025
The Paglees: Between Reason and Madness
The Paglees are a feminist collective of artists of South Asian origin living across the United States.
Monday, August 11 - Friday, August 15, 2025
CREATIVITY CAMP: Printmaking
From ink to fabric, explore the myriad possibilities of print in this exciting exploration of printmaking methods.
Press + News
McColl Center Updates
McColl Center’s The Contemporaries Is Changing the Way Charlotte Collects Art
In spring 2024, McColl Center launched The Contemporaries, a first-of-its-kind art collecting community in Charlotte.
McColl Center Updates
THANK YOU FOR AN INCREDIBLE BENEFIT ART AUCTION
We’re still feeling the excitement from our Fifth Annual Benefit Art Auction! It was a remarkable celebration of art, community, and 25 years of McColl Center.
McColl Center Updates
Artist-in-Residence Alumnus Asa Jackson Named Next President and CEO of McColl Center
“I am deeply honored and excited to join McColl Center at this pivotal moment. My experience as a resident artist here was transformative, and I look forward to leading an organization that has been a cornerstone in empowering artists and fostering creativity. Together with McColl Center’s talented team, I’m eager to deepen our impact and expand opportunities for artists to thrive.”