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Must-See Fall Art Exhibits and Events in Southwest Louisiana

After exploring Southwest Louisiana's outdoors, savoring authentic Cajun cuisine, and enjoying gaming excitement, dive into the region's vibrant arts and culture. Escape the heat and discover these essential art exhibits in Lake Charles' rich scene.

Currently Running:

Lawanda Donald, Art Originals
On view through September 29, 2017
Black Heritage Gallery
Central School, 809 Kirby Street

Works of Men
On view through September 29, 2017
Henning Cultural Center (Sulphur)
Discover fantastic works by local artists. Admission is free. Call 337-527-0357 for details.

Youth Watercolor Show
On view through September 30, 2017
Capital One Tower Lobby
1 Lakeshore Drive, Lake Charles

McNeese Visual Arts: Jacob Dugas Retrospective Exhibit
On view through October 6, 2017
McNeese State University, Abercrombie Gallery
The McNeese Department of Visual Arts hosts free public exhibitions year-round in the Shearman Fine Arts Center. Contact 337-475-5060 for more.

McNeese Visual Arts: Student Art Association Promenade Exhibition
On view through October 6, 2017
McNeese State University, Mezzanine Gallery
The McNeese Department of Visual Arts hosts free public exhibitions year-round in the Shearman Fine Arts Center. Contact 337-475-5060 for more.

Kim Allison-Hebert & Sarah Trahan Exhibit
On view through November 25, 2017
Post Office of Walnut Grove
1490 Market Street, 1st Floor
Lake Charles, LA 70601

“Where Have I Seen This Before”
On view through November 2017
ALA Gallery By the Lake
106 W. Pryce Street

Idyllic Kodak Scenes in Colorama
On view through December 2, 2017
Historic City Hall
1001 Ryan Street, Lake Charles
Touted by Kodak as “the world's largest photographs,” these panoramic prints involved complex processes by Kodak experts, sometimes with guests like Ansel Adams or Norman Rockwell. Early wet 20-foot transparencies dried in Kodak's employee recreation center pool.

Upcoming Art Events & Exhibits:

150 Years of Lake Charles Historical Exhibit
Opening Reception: Friday, September 29, 5-9pm
Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center
Part of Gallery Promenade, this multi-media exhibit by the City of Lake Charles Sesquicentennial Planning Committee features 16 panels on local history with photos and relics. On view through year-end at 1911 Historic City Hall (1001 Ryan Street).

Arti Tini, Opening Reception - Lyd Walls Exhibit
Opens: Friday, September 29, 5-9pm
On view through October 5
Art Associates Gallery, Central School
Marking 60 years in the arts, enjoy art, music, martinis, celebrity mixologists, hand-painted glasses, hors d'oeuvres, live music, and a silent auction featuring Lyd Walls' abstract texture paintings.

Gallery Promenade 2017
Sesquicentennial Edition
Friday, September 29, 5-9pm
This annual event tours Lake Area galleries, cultural districts, and museums, celebrating year-round cultural resources and artist opportunities.

McNeese Annual Faculty Exhibition
Opens: Friday, September 29 (until 9pm)
On view through December 7
McNeese Grand Gallery
Showcases 45 recent works by visual arts faculty in ceramics, drawing, graphic design, illustration, book arts, painting, photography, printmaking, and mixed media.

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