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Abound Credit Union Celebration of the Arts
February 28 to April 17, 2026
Closed March 16- march 21 for Spring Break
The Kentucky Museum presents their annual juried art exhibit, which is truly a celebration of this region’s art. Generously sponsored by Abound Credit Union, any Kentucky resident over the age of 18 and living within 65 miles of the KY Museum was eligible to enter a piece of their original artwork created within the last two years. Monetary awards were given in ten categories as well as for Best of Show, the Purchase Award, the Student Purchase Award, the World's Greatest Studio Tour Merit Award, and the Artworks Merit Award.
Award Winners
will be announced at our Opening Reception on February 27 from 6 to 8 pm
Best in Show
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The World’s Greatest Studio Tour Merit Award
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