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What is the Lexington Art League (LAL)?
The Lexington Art League (LAL) is central Kentucky’s oldest and largest visual art organization. LAL presents original, creative and accessible programs, with a reputation for thought-provoking content, that illuminate the role of visual art in contemporary life. LAL affirms its commitment to: Art’s transformative power, Artistic freedom, Exploration, risk, Learning and growth, Responsible leadership in the visual arts.

Vision:     Visual art is the lens through which central Kentucky distinguishes itself as a progressive, inclusive and vibrant region.

Mission:   To challenge, educate and engage through current visual art

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

Do I have to be an artist to join LAL?
No. Anyone interested in visual art can get involved and support LAL.

May children participate in LAL activities?
Children under 18 may particpate with their parents. .

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 Program Specialist at 859.254.7024 or jcuriel@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 . . . Lexington's after hours art event 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 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 Art Fair @ Woodland Park, 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, the Fair 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.

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 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 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.