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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lexington Art League (LAL)?
Lexington Art League is Lexington's oldest and largest non-profit visual arts organization, and we are committed to providing exhibition and education opportunities for artists, patrons, and the public.

How could I become an LAL Member?
Simple! Contact LAL's Membership Specialist for more information, visit our membership page to join online, or, sign up in person at one of our events or Loudoun House Gallery.

Do I have to be an artist to join LAL?
No. Membership is open to anyone interested in art.

How much would a year-long membership cost?
Individual (age 18-64): $45
Couple/Family: $60
Seniors (age 65+): Subtract $10 from the above prices
Full time Students: $25

Do you offer multi-year membership discounts?
Yes. We offer two-year memberships. For more information visit our membership page.

May children join LAL?
Membership is open to anyone 18 years or older, however children may join with a parent through a Family membership.

May I enroll my child in an LAL class or workshop?
Most of our workshops are geared toward individuals 18 years of age or older. However, young people, especially those of high school age, do participate in our workshops, contingent upon both parental permission and instructor approval. Need-based workshop youth scholarships are often available -- contact our Education Specialist at 859.254.7024 or mfiske@lexingtonartleague.org.

How much do you charge for admission to exhibits?
Admission is free to all LAL exhibits. Selected events have admission charges; however, these vary. (Donations accepted and appreciated!)

How may I contact LAL after hours?
When offices are closed, you may leave a voice message for the staff at 859.254.7024, toll-free 800.914.7990, or e-mail info@lexingtonartleague.org.

What is 5/3 Fourth Friday?
5/3 Fourth Friday . . . Where Work Stops and Art Starts is an opportunity to enjoy art, friends, music and food every 4th Friday of the month (January through October). 5/3 Fourth Fridays last from 6 - 9 pm at Loudoun House. Exhibits are on display, and the events feature live music by local bands, light refreshments from area restaurants, free Pepsi products, and a cash bar from Kentucky Eagle Beer. For current info, click here.

Does LAL offer juried competitions?
We offer several juried competitions throughout the year. The Nude International, held January through February, is repeated each year, as is the American Founders Bank Woodland Art Fair, a juried art fair, held in August of each year. Other juried competitions are held on a changing and rotating basis. Upcoming calls to artists are listed here.

Are there non-juried exhibit opportunities?
Our Members' Gallery, at Loudoun House, offers LAL member artists several non-juried exhibit opportunities each year, including our annual Members' Open exhibit. The submission process for non-juried Member Exhibits is open only to current LAL Members. Upcoming calls to member artists are listed here.

Does the LAL have studio space available?
We do rent studio space to artists. Leases become available on a periodic basis. Contact our staff for more information.

What outdoor events are presented by LAL?
Our juried American Founders Bank Woodland Art Fair, produced in partnership with the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Division of Parks and Recreation, is Central Kentucky's largest free, outdoor cultural event. Featuring over 200 artists, high-quality, hand-crafted fine art and fine craft, live music, family entertainment, food and more, AFBWAF annually draws over 60,000 patrons to Lexington's Woodland Park during the third weekend in August. Click here to see information about the next Fair.

Do LAL members give private art lessons?
Yes. Many of our member artists are available for private lessons in various media. Contact the LAL office for more information on specific artists.


I have a piece of artwork, and would like to obtain information about the artist / know how much it is worth.  Can you tell me?
LAL is not a commercial gallery, and consequently does not employ an appraiser.   For a valuation of your investment, LAL recommends you contact a reputable, professional art appraiser. If you want to know about or contact the artist, LAL staffers may be able to provide information about contemporary Central Kentucky artists. Any other inquiries may be best answered by an art museum curator.  Locally, you might contact curators at the Univeristy of Kentucky Art Museum (Lexington, KY), the Headley-Whitney Museum (Lexington, KY), the Speed Art Museum (Louisville, KY), the Contemporary Art Center (Cincinnati, OH), or the Cincinnati Art Museum (Cincinnati, OH).

Directions to LAL

Directions to LAL at Loudoun House Gallery*
209 Castlewood Drive, Lexington KY 40505

From Downtown Lexington:
From Main Street, go north on Broadway approximately 9 blocks. Turn right onto Loudon Avenue. Continue on Loudon Ave. through one traffic light (intersection with N. Limestone St.). Turn left onto Bryan Avenue. Take first right, from Bryan Ave., onto Castlewood Dr. You will see Loudoun House on your left, just ahead, in Castlewood Park. Turn left into the second driveway. Parking to the left and right of the building, or along the semi-circle driveway.

From I-75 / I-64, north of Lexington:
I-75 and I-64 converge just north of Lexington. Take Exit 113 (Paris/Lexington), heading south, toward downtown Lexington. You will cross New Circle Rd. (KY Route 4) and continue on N. Broadway for several blocks, until you reach a four-way intersection with Loudoun Avenue. Turn left onto Loudon Ave. Continue on Loudon Ave. through one traffic light (intersection with N. Limestone St.). Turn left onto Bryan Avenue. You will see Loudoun House on your left, just ahead, in Castlewood Park. Turn left into the second driveway. Parking to the left and right of the building, or along the semi-circle driveway.

From Bluegrass Parkway or Versailles, KY:
Take Blue Grass Parkway to Lexington. BG Parkway dead-ends into US 60 (Versailles Road). Head east on US 60 into downtown. US 60 will become Main Street. Main Street will fork into two one-way streets near the center of downtown; you must bear right at the fork. You are now on East Vine Street. After fork, take immediate left turn onto Broadway, heading north and away from downtown. Go north on Broadway approximately 9 blocks. Turn right onto Loudon Avenue. Continue on Loudon Ave. through one traffic light (intersection with N. Limestone St.). Turn left onto Bryan Avenue. Take first right, from Bryan Ave., onto Castlewood Dr. You will see Loudoun House on your left, just ahead, in Castlewood Park. Turn left into the second driveway. Parking to the left and right of the building, or along the semi-circle driveway.

Directions to LAL @ MetroLex Gallery*
301 East Main Street, Lexington KY 40507

From the East: Take either Richmond Road or Winchester Road into downtown. Richmond Road becomes Main St.; Winchester Rd. dead-ends into Main (take a right onto Main from Winchester Rd. Head west on Main Street. Continue to intersection of Rose Street (AKA Elm Tree Lane) and Main Street. MetroLex is in the atrium of the National City Bank building, on the NW corner of Main and Rose/Elm Tree.

From the North, West, or South: Take nearest available arterial road (Versailles Road, Harrodsburg Road, Nicholasville Road, Paris Pike / N. Broadway, Newtown Pike or Leestown Road) into downtown Lexington, until you come to Vine Street (Vine Street is the primary eastward corridor through downtown). Take Vine Street east to intersection with Rose Street. Turn left onto Rose Street. Turn left immediately onto Main Street. MetroLex is in the atrium of the National City Bank Building on your right, on the NW corner of Main and Rose.

* For questions regarding directions to our gallery locations, please call LAL at 859.254.7024, or toll-free 800.914.7990.