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.
Meet our Fall 2024 Artists-In-Residence
Join McColl Centers Fall 2024 Artists-in-Residence workshops. Our upcoming workshops bring artists and the community together to create, connect, and grow. These hands-on sessions offer a chance to engage with other artists, learn new techniques, and spark your creativity.
Benefit Art Auction 2025
Attend the Live Auction + 25 Year Celebration at McColl Center on Saturday, February 22, 2025. This year, we’re celebrating a major milestone—25 years of McColl Center! The Benefit Art Auction will be an extraordinary celebration, honoring a quarter-century of nurturing artists, elevating careers, and helping establish Charlotte as a world-class creative city. We couldn’t be more excited to share this moment with you. Purchase your tickets here.
Opportunities at McColl Center
Upcoming Programs + Events
Thursday, November 14 - Saturday, January 18, 2025
Ties That Bind: Portraits by Mitchell Kearney of Artists at McColl Center, 1999–2008
Since 1999, McColl Center's artist residency program has been a haven for artists—a place where they have the time, space, and resources to make their dreams a reality.
Thursday, December 12
CONTEMPORARY ART + MUSIC: Exploring the Temperaments Through History, Sound, and Sight
The evening will consist of an introduction to the temperaments, a presentation of paintings by Artist-in-Residence Andrew Leventis
Thursday, February 13
Celebrate the Artists + See the Works | McColl Center Benefit Art Auction 2025
Join us for a special opportunity to meet the Participating Artists, hear about their work and practice, and of course, celebrate them! The Silent Auction kicks off at 7:00 pm, giving you the first chance to see the amazing works up for grabs at the Live Auction + 25 Year Celebration on February 22.
Saturday, October 18 - Sunday, October 19, 2025
Big Ink - Participant Registration
Join BIG INK at the McColl Center in Charlotte, NC, for a relief printmaking workshop of epic proportions! Learn how to carve a woodblock, then print your carving on a custom-built giant printing press. Beginners are welcome.
Current Artists
Press + News
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.”
McColl Center Updates
McColl Center Celebrates 25 Years with Ties That Bind Photography Exhibition by Mitchell Kearney
This exhibition showcases Kearney’s nearly decade-long documentation of McColl Center’s transformation and the artists who shaped its creative legacy.
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.