The Chanute Art Gallery was founded in 1973 by a group of women with a vision of a strong arts community in Chanute. After having been located in the Tioga Hotel and the Bailey Bank Building the Gallery has been located at 17 N. Lincoln for more than 30 years. Four buildings were combined to create the current space. Elinor, Ellie, Mccoy was the driving force for the first 40 years. Since 2013 the Gallery has be directed by a nine member working Board of Directors.
The purpose of the Gallery is to support and encourage the advancement of the arts in Chanute and the surrounding area; to collect, preserve, maintain, and exhibit the collections and works of art therein which are held in trust for the benefit of Chanute and the surrounding area.
Gallery Schedule 2023
November - December Gallery Schedule
- The annual Festival of Trees will be from November 21 to December 23.
A tradition from the early days for the Gallery will return in the form of trees decorate by donated mittens, Scarves and hats which have been donated by locals for local children in need of warm clothing after they have been enjoyed as decorations. More that 20 trees have been decorated by individuals, businesses and organizations. Peoples Choice will be choses by Gallery Visitors. Dr. Cathy Taylor and Kayla Lair and several others have shared items from their personal collections as a special gift to the community.
Receptions date will be announced.
November Gallery Schedule
Off the Wall Members Exhibit
Chanute Art Gallery Members