About Us
As the center of performance, visual, musical, and cultural arts in Louisa, Virginia, the Louisa Arts Center provides high-quality entertainment and art exhibitions to brighten the lives of the residents of Louisa County and its surrounding areas. Whether you are looking to attend a concert or live theatrical production, observe or display artwork in our Purcell Art Gallery, participate in an art class, or attend any of our free family-friendly events, there are many ways to get involved at the Arts Center, and we look forward to having you!
Areas of Fun
Cooke-Haley Theater
Experience exceptional concerts, live-theatrical productions, and artist lectures in our intimate 205-seat theater. Situated in our beautifully renovated 1907-era Louisa Elementary School building, audiences can enjoy diverse performances from a range of genres, including country, rock n’ roll, jazz, bluegrass, classical, theatre, and more!
Visit our Purcell Art Gallery, which serves as the epicenter of fine-art display within our community. Our Gallery features dynamic exhibitions year-round, from nationally recognized artists, respected art guilds, as well as work from artists throughout Central Virginia. Our “open shows” are held each year for artists of all ages and levels, and our ever-popular Student Art Show takes place every December in partnership with Louisa County Public Schools to celebrate our budding youth artists in the community. Our Gallery is available for free to the public and is open Tuesday – Friday from 12pm – 2pm, and from 6:00pm – 8:00pm on Gallery openings.
Events Calendar
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Programs Calendar
October 23, 2021
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June 28, 2021
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DONATE
Support our mission of enhancing appreciation and inspiring passion for the arts in our community.
RENT THE CENTER
Plan your own special event at the Arts Center by renting our facility for a reception, business meeting, performance, and more.
