Charleston Reporter

The City of North Charleston’s Cultural Arts Department has announced a group exhibition of mixed media works by HEART Inclusive Arts Community, to be displayed at Park Circle Gallery from July 31 to August 31, 2024. The artists will host a free public reception at the gallery on Friday, August 2, from 5:00-7:00 pm. Admission is free.

In their group exhibition titled "To the Great Unknown," members of HEART Inclusive Arts Community present a collection of tactile and interactive mixed media works that explore various aspects of the unknown in life. The exhibition aims to delve into themes such as wonder, mystery, excitement, and fear. According to the artists, "There is much to be learned from what we do not know. Respect, empathy, humility." The featured works demonstrate how unknowns vary from person to person and how individuals experience them. Each piece encourages viewers to take a moment to reflect and “cheers” to the Great Unknown.

HEART is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides visual arts, music, and performing arts mentorships and community engagement for adults with disabilities who aspire to grow as artists. They have established a studio where artists of all abilities collaborate to create enriching and transformative art for the community. Since its inception in 2014, HEART has created opportunities for adults with disabilities to produce compelling art, build lasting relationships, and foster community support. HEART currently supports over 20 artists who have exhibited their work throughout the Lowcountry at venues including Public Works Art Center in Summerville, The Charleston Pour House in Johns Island, Hed Hi Media, and Charleston Music Hall in downtown Charleston.

The Park Circle Gallery is located at 4820 Jenkins Avenue in North Charleston. Admission is free with available street parking on Jenkins Avenue and adjacent streets. Gallery hours are Wednesday-Friday from 11:00 am-6:00 pm and Saturday from Noon-4:00 pm. The gallery will be closed on Thursday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. For more information about PCG, call 843-637-3565 or email [email protected]. Additional details on other Cultural Arts programs and artist opportunities can be found on the City’s website under the Arts & Culture section.