Current & Upcoming Exhibitions

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Current Exhibitions

Rediscovered Treasures: The Parker Poe Collection at 40

Main Floor Galleries

On View Jan 22 – May 22, 2026

Opening Reception: Friday, February 20 | 5:30-7:30pm

Forty years ago, Parker Poe helped establish what is now Thomasville Center for the Arts, an organization that would become a cornerstone of the city’s cultural life. Upon his death in 1991, Poe bequeathed his entire art collection to the institution, creating the beginning of its permanent collection. More than a collector, Poe was a patron of artists, cultivating enduring friendships that shaped his eclectic eye. Among his closest connections was British painter Graham Sutherland, one of the most distinctive British artists of the 20th century.

This exhibition invites visitors to rediscover the depth and diversity of Poe’s vision and some of the artists he championed. Visitors will encounter the precise etchings of Richard Bishop; the hypnotic geometry of Victor Vasarely, the father of Op Art; the expressive landscapes and street scenes of Ogden Pleissner; and the innovative works of Walter Stein and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. From Audubon’s life-sized birds to Karl Zerbe’s expressive works, each piece reflects Poe’s care, curiosity, and unwavering support for artists.

While only a portion of the collection is on view to mark this 40th anniversary milestone, the entire Parker Poe Collection has been digitized, making it accessible to the public online and extending Poe’s legacy far beyond the gallery walls. Today, the collection remains a vivid testament to his adventurous taste, his artistic friendships, and his unwavering commitment to the cultural life of Thomasville and Thomasville Center for the Arts.

Rediscovered Treasures has been guest curated by Amanda Karioth Thompson.

Rediscovered Treasures: The Parker Poe Collection at 40 is the signature exhibition celebrating Thomasville Center for the Arts’ 40th Anniversary.

View Full Collection Online

A collection of diverse artworks displayed in the gallery, representing various styles and mediums by members of the THOM Collective.

Exhibition Season Sponsor:

Little Things

Ground Floor Gallery

January 13 – May 12, 2026
Opening Reception | Thursday, January 15, 5:30 PM

Friends and Stars, founded by Dixie Lee Hedrington-Miller, showcases artwork created by artists with disabilities. In this welcoming, home-away-from-home studio, every artist is encouraged, celebrated, and recognized as a star—regardless of skill level or experience. Through Dixie’s guidance, creativity becomes a powerful form of self-expression, confidence, and joy, reflected in each piece on view. This inspiring exhibit celebrates the creativity, talent, and unique perspectives of these exceptional students.

Upcoming Exhibitions

200 for 200: The Collective Exhibition

Main Floor Galleries

June 4 – August 8, 2026

Opening Reception | June 4, 5:30-7:30pm

2026 is a landmark year for our community — marking the 40th anniversary of Thomasville Center for the Arts and the 200th anniversary of the City of Thomasville. To honor these extraordinary milestones, The Collective Exhibition is embracing a bold theme: 200 works of art for 200 years.

In this juried exhibition, active members of The Collective are invited to submit works of art that capture the spirit of Thomasville — its history, its culture, and the moments, places, and people that make it uniquely ours.

All are invited to a free opening reception on Thursday June 4, 5:30pm

200 for 200 is the Center’s anchor exhibition in conjunction with the City of Thomasville’s yearlong Bicentennial Celebration throughout 2026.

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