Galleries at Black Creek Arts
Black Creek Arts Council curates rotating exhibitions that showcase artists from Darlington County, the Carolinas, and beyond. Our galleries offer year-round opportunities to experience visual art, meet artists, and engage with creative work in the heart of Hartsville’s Cultural District.
Current Exhibits
Carolinas Annual Community Exhibit
CAROLINAS ANNUAL EXHIBIT
Fort Gallery
An exhibit celebrating creativity from artists of all ages and experience levels.
Come celebrate creativity in Darlington County!
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Carolinas Community Exhibit
Jean & James Fort Gallery
On display: June 4 – July 24, 2026
Reception: Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 5:30 - 7:oo pmA juried exhibition featuring artists from across the Carolinas.
Bramble - exhibit by Adrian Rhodes
Coker Gallery -
🎨 Black Creek Watercolor Artists
Jean & James Fort Gallery🎨 Eat Your Heart Out
Coker Gallery📅 On Display: August 6 – September 11, 2026
🥂 Artist Reception: Thursday, August 6, 2026 | 5:30 – 7:00 PMTwo exhibitions celebrating artistic expression through watercolor and contemporary works, featuring the Black Creek Watercolor Artists and Eat Your Heart Out in the Fort and Coker Galleries.
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🎨 No Signal
An exhibition by Devann Donovan & Brittany FreemanJean & James Fort Gallery & Coker Gallery
📅 On Display: September 22 – October 30, 2026
🥂 Artist Reception: Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 5:30 – 7:00 PMA collaborative exhibition by Devann Donovan and Brittany Freeman exploring contemporary themes through dynamic, thought-provoking works presented across both galleries.
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🎁 Annual Holiday Market
📅 On Display: November – December 2027
Celebrate the season by shopping a curated collection of handcrafted artwork, unique gifts, and artisan-made goods created by regional artists. Discover one-of-a-kind treasures while supporting local creatives and small businesses.
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JANUARY – FEBRUARY 2027
🎨 ArtFields Jr.
Regional Youth ExhibitionOn Display: January 5 – 30, 2027
A student exhibition featuring artwork from young artists across the region as part of the ArtFields Jr. program.MARCH – APRIL 2027
Americans
Smithsonian Museum on Main Street ExhibitionOn Display: March 13 – April 24, 2027
Opening Day Celebration: March 13, 2027A Smithsonian exhibition exploring American identity, culture, and community stories.
MAY 2027
🖼️ Sore Warren by Piper Grant
Fort Gallery🖼️ The Whisper by Travis Prince
Coker Gallery📅 On Display: May 6 – May 24, 2027
🥂 Artist Reception: May 6, 2027Two solo exhibitions presenting distinct artistic perspectives and contemporary works by regional artists in the Fort and Coker Galleries.
JUNE – JULY 2027🎨 Carolinas
Community Exhibition🥂 Opening Reception: June 3, 2027
An annual community exhibition celebrating creativity across the Carolinas and showcasing artwork from artists of all ages and experience levels.
AUGUST – SEPTEMBER 2027
🖼️ Echoes of the Crossings by Austin Reynolds
Fort Gallery🖼️ Echoes, A Journey Through Place and Memory by Amanda Foshag
Coker Gallery🥂 Opening Reception: August 5, 2027
Two exhibitions exploring themes of place, memory, and personal narrative through contemporary artistic expression.
SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER 2027
🖼️ Reflections on Myth and Meaning: Animals Among Us by Lacey Beam Dellinger
Fort Gallery🥂 Opening Reception: October 7, 2027
An exhibition examining the symbolic role of animals in storytelling, mythology, and our connections to the natural world.
NOVEMBER – DECEMBER 2027
🎁 Annual Holiday Market
A seasonal marketplace featuring handcrafted artwork and unique gifts by local and regional artists. Shop small, support artists, and discover one-of-a-kind treasures for the holidays.
Exhibit Calendar
Selected Artists Receive
Gallery exhibition space
Opening reception support
Promotional assistance
Inclusion in BCAC marketing
Selected exhibits are reviewed by BCAC Exhibition Committee. Artists are responsible for delivering work ready for installation. BCAC retains a 30% commission on artwork sales. Exhibit Policies
Questions? gallery@blackcreekarts.org
Exhibit Proposals
Black Creek Arts Council welcomes exhibition proposals from emerging and established artists working in all media.
We present rotating exhibitions throughout the year in the Jean & James Fort Gallery and Coker Gallery in Hartsville’s Cultural District.
Submission Requirements
Artist Statement
Resume or CV
Exhibition Proposal
5–10 images of recent work
Looking for a unique event space?
Our galleries are available for private rentals, meetings, receptions, showers, and community gatherings.
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