Best of North Carolina 2026 at Gallery C: A Love Letter to NC Art
Big names, bold brushstrokes, and a tribute worth seeing.
Shannon
March 29, 2026
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Now through May 9, Gallery C’s annual “Best of North Carolina” exhibition brings together iconic 20th-century works from legends like George Bireline, Francis Speight, and Sarah Blakeslee. This year also honors the late Clyde Jones—a true original.
Want a sneak peek before you go? Take a wander through the collection here.
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