Community Calendar

The School of Art and Design invites alumni to submit work for RE/collection, the 2026 Alumni Exhibition.

RE/collection offers a point of departure rather than a directive. The title suggests ideas of return, reflection, accumulation, and transformation—whether revisiting past work, rethinking materials, or tracing how a practice evolves over time.

Artists may choose to engage these ideas directly, or simply use this opportunity to share recent work that reflects their current direction. The exhibition embraces a range of approaches, highlighting both continuity and change across the diverse practices of ECU alumni.

Jenkins Fine Arts Center Open House is on Friday, September 4 | 2:00–5:00 PM
Tour facilities, meet current faculty, and reconnect with the School prior to the reception.

Reception is on Friday, September 4, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Held across all exhibition venues

The School of Art and Design invites alumni to submit work for RE/collection, the 2026 Alumni Exhibition.

RE/collection offers a point of departure rather than a directive. The title suggests ideas of return, reflection, accumulation, and transformation—whether revisiting past work, rethinking materials, or tracing how a practice evolves over time.

Artists may choose to engage these ideas directly, or simply use this opportunity to share recent work that reflects their current direction. The exhibition embraces a range of approaches, highlighting both continuity and change across the diverse practices of ECU alumni.

Reception is on Friday, September 4, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 PM for all four locations, including Emerge Gallery & Art Center. .
This is also the First Friday ArtWalk in Downtown Greenville. Join us for a wonderful evening where our community comes alive with creativity!

The First Friday ArtWalk is celebrated on the first Friday of each month. It is a time to enjoy Downtown’s eclectic mix of restaurants, galleries, shops, and live music venues along your stroll! Enjoy amazing artwork, live music, delicious food, and local beer.

The Emerald Express Trolley is a FREE transit option during the ArtWalk! Jump on and hop off to meet up with friends or to simply park and ride. The trolley loops through Downtown approximately every 20 minutes.

Next ArtWalk: Friday, September 4, 2026 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Over 25 businesses will be open to share art, music, and culinary treats for the senses! Hop on our Emerald Express Trolley to easily check out all of the venues!

Welcome Brian Miller for the return of the Music Series!
Free Concert at Emerge Gallery & Art Center
Friday, September 11, 2026 at 7:00pm

Brian Miller is a native of Kinston, NC and is a graduate of North Carolina Central University. Brian was first exposed to music at his church and developed a strong passion for music at an early age. By the time he graduated from high school, he played saxophone, tuba, trumpet, snare drum, bass clarinet and valve trombone.

As a professional, Brian has performed with vocalists Eve Cornelious, Kim Burrell, Nnenna Freelon, Phil Perry and most recently Dee Dee Bridgewater. He has also shared the stage with the likes of Terrence Blanchard, John Faddis, Branford Marsalis, T.S. Monk Jr., Tim Warfield, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Vincent Gardner and saxophonist Frank Foster. He has also performed at Blues Alley with the likes of trumpeters Tom Browne and Al Strong and vocalist Yolanda Rabun. Brian is an original member of the John Brown Quintet and both the John Brown Big Band and Little Big Band.

Emerge Gallery & Art Center is excited to announce a new schedule of classes and workshops for youth and adult learners. Classes include pottery, painting, bookmaking, sewing, and jewelry making. Workshops suitable for small children and families include Family Workshops, ArtWalk Workshops, Pop In Pop Art Workshops, and our newest Mini Makers Workshops. Times range from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Check out the full listing at www.emergegallery.com!

Emerge Gallery & Art Center is excited to announce a new schedule of classes and workshops for youth and adult learners. Classes include pottery, painting, bookmaking, sewing, and jewelry making. Workshops suitable for small children and families include Family Workshops, ArtWalk Workshops, Pop In Pop Art Workshops, and our newest Mini Makers Workshops. Times range from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Check out the full listing at www.emergegallery.com!

Emerge Gallery & Art Center is excited to announce a new schedule of classes and workshops for youth and adult learners. Classes include pottery, painting, bookmaking, sewing, and jewelry making. Workshops suitable for small children and families include Family Workshops, ArtWalk Workshops, Pop In Pop Art Workshops, and our newest Mini Makers Workshops. Times range from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Check out the full listing at www.emergegallery.com!

Emerge Gallery & Art Center is excited to announce a new schedule of classes and workshops for youth and adult learners. Classes include pottery, painting, bookmaking, sewing, and jewelry making. Workshops suitable for small children and families include Family Workshops, ArtWalk Workshops, Pop In Pop Art Workshops, and our newest Mini Makers Workshops. Times range from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Check out the full listing at www.emergegallery.com!

Emerge Gallery & Art Center is excited to announce a new schedule of classes and workshops for youth and adult learners. Classes include pottery, painting, bookmaking, sewing, and jewelry making. Workshops suitable for small children and families include Family Workshops, ArtWalk Workshops, Pop In Pop Art Workshops, and our newest Mini Makers Workshops. Times range from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Check out the full listing at www.emergegallery.com!

Emerge Gallery & Art Center is excited to announce a new schedule of classes and workshops for youth and adult learners. Classes include pottery, painting, bookmaking, sewing, and jewelry making. Workshops suitable for small children and families include Family Workshops, ArtWalk Workshops, Pop In Pop Art Workshops, and our newest Mini Makers Workshops. Times range from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Check out the full listing at www.emergegallery.com!