Calendar of Events

A free reception with the artists will take place on Friday, January 6, from 5:00-9:00 PM and features live music inside the Emporium by Nicholas Horner and Friends. Most of the works will be for sale and may be purchased through the close of the exhibition by visiting in person or the online shop at www.knoxalliance.store.

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission is partnering with the Arts & Culture Alliance to provide this eighth annual juried exhibition developed to recognize local artists and, most important, honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The exhibit will feature works by local artists reflecting the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and pertain to the themes of Unity, Community, Love, Reconciliation, Social Justice, and Civil Rights. Interested artists may submit work for consideration through Tuesday, January 3, at https://www.knoxalliance.com/mlk-tribute.

The MLK Gallery of Arts Tribute exhibition will kick-off the 2023 celebrations (January 11-16, 2023 and other dates throughout the year). For more information, visit www.mlkknoxville.com.

The Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street, in downtown Knoxville. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Saturday, January 28 only, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Please note, the Emporium will be closed Monday, January 16, for the holiday. For more information, please see www.knoxalliance.com or call (865) 523-7543.