Monongalia Arts Center, Art gallery and performing arts center in downtown Morgantown, United States.
Description
The Monongalia Arts Center is an art museum and performance venue in downtown Morgantown that houses two exhibition spaces and a large theater hall. The Benedum Gallery and Davis Gallery display rotating exhibitions, while the Mabel DeVries Tanner Theatre provides space for live performances of all kinds.
History
The building was constructed in 1913 as a post office and preserved its classical appearance over more than a century. After its conversion in 1975 by the Tanner family, it became the city's central arts venue and has shaped the cultural life of Morgantown ever since.
Culture
The center displays works by local and regional artists in its gallery spaces and uses its rooms for theatrical productions and music events. The two gallery areas rotate regularly between different exhibitions that document the artistic life of the community.
Practical
The center sits in downtown along High Street and is easily accessible on foot. Hours vary depending on what event or exhibition is happening, so it makes sense to check ahead about current programming.
Did you know?
The center maintains an internet radio station that broadcasts music locally and worldwide. This project shows how the venue goes beyond traditional exhibitions to support artistic exchange.
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