OUR PROGRAMS

Terra: A Landscape Survey

TERRA (July 25 - November 7, 2026) explores one’s experience of nature through the eyes of thirty of the state’s leading landscape artists. This major survey exhibition focuses on artists inspired by wild spaces untouched by development. National parks, ocean fronts, mountain hollars and wetland retreats are evoked in paintings and works on paper. Associated programs explore themes such the notion of public land and role of parks and national monuments in the survival of ecosystems with artist talks and lectures by guest speakers. Collaborations with The Piedmont Land Conservancy and Dance Project will enhance visitors’ understanding of our essential connection to the land.

PAIGE WELCH

On view June 27 - August 14, in the Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr. ALCOVE Gallery, this exhibition features wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling installations, consisting of repeated vibrant figures, decorative wallpaper patterns, and declarative text. Working in multiples, Welch transforms the gallery into an environment fully saturated by print.

PLAY by Marguerite Gignoux

On view August 28 - November 7 in the Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr. ALCOVE Gallery, PLAY is a solo exhibition by Marguerite Gignoux inspired by decades of working with young artists across North Carolina. Drawing from moments of creativity, curiosity, and invention witnessed in classrooms, libraries, museums, and community spaces, the exhibition celebrates the fearless imagination of childhood and the enduring value of play in the creative process.

WINTER SHOW 2026

GreenHill’s annual Winter Show brings together over 70 artists each year from across North Carolina and constitutes an up-to-the-moment overview of the finest art and craft produced by artists in the state. Painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, jewelry, woodwork, and fiber art are all displayed in a harmonious installation. Artists vary not only by medium, but also by experience, background and style, with an average of 40 new artists presented each year.

EDUCATION

GreenHill educational programs serve learners of all ages, with emphasis on skill-building. We are proud to have the capacity to provide a truly immersive visual art education experience. With access to GreenHill’s world-class art gallery, and ArtQuest at GreenHill studios for children, participants have the unique opportunity to view and make art in one setting, while developing STEAM-related skills.

Our education programs include

*MASTERPIECE FRIDAY, a program for preschoolers and their caregivers, presents many children with their very first art gallery experience. Children as young as 18 months participate in story time and a lollipop tour of the current exhibition, and art making in the studios inspired by the story time book.

*YOUNG ARTIST COLLECTIVE (YAC) presents a similar opportunity for elementary age children. Along with direct art instruction, YAC members often get a behind the scenes look at how an art gallery operates, and the chance to work closely with peers with a similar interest in art.

*GROUP VISITS serve children as young as 3 and up. This 1.5 hour, full-circle experience brings children, teachers, and parents into our gallery to engage in interactive discussions of artwork in the current exhibition, into ArtQuest at GreenHill studios for a directed project that ties into the current exhibition, as well as self-directed hands-on exploration time.

*OPEN STUDIO is a time for children and caregivers to make the studio their own. Participants in OPEN STUDIO engage in self-directed art making with an art educator on hand to trouble shoot, help explore art materials, and even discuss their art work with them.

*FAMILY NIGHT, each Wednesday from 5:00-7:00 p.m., provides the same opportunity for self-directed exploration, free of charge. Local artists share their work and talk with FAMILY NIGHT visitors about their career as artists during our MEET AN ARTIST program on the last Wednesday of the month. FAMILY NIGHT is a core REGROUP AT GREENHILL program.

*SUMMER CAMPS provide week-long intensive experiences for rising kindergarten - 5th graders. Camp themes are selected based on the ability for campers to engage in projects that involve creative problem-solving, and learning new techniques and processes.

*ART IN LEBAUER PARK, a program for preK – 12 years and their caretakers, is off ered once per month March – August.

*GREENHILL POP-UP MARKET provides expert consultations from GreenHill staff and outside experts for emerging artists wishing to sell their art at offsite markets and festivals.

*ARTIST TALKS provide our audience the chance to learn about work in our exhibitions directly from the artists themselves.

AUDIENCES

Creating access to the visual arts for all - regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, or ability - is our top priority. GreenHill strives to be one of the most inclusive arts organizations in Greensboro and the state, as we utilize our central geographic location and varied hours to devise programming aimed at every age and walk of life.

We strategically choose partners to broaden our outreach to marginalized communities, including low-income families; bilingual or immigrant families; and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) families. 65% of GreenHill’s audience participate free of charge. At the same time, we continue to be a cherished tradition in many multi-generational Greensboro families.

The connection between viewer and artist is perhaps the most critical driver for audience development. GreenHill has sought to increase the number of artists of color we exhibit. 28% of artists in GreenHill’s most recent exhibitions were artists of color, an overall increase of 3% over FY22. In addition, the racial profile of our audience has increased from 48% BIPOC four years ago to 52% in our most recent year.

With a goal of sparking a life-long love of art, our education programs are integral to audience development. Significantly, 42% of our total audience is youth.

Efforts are focused on securing funding to provide greater access to the arts for those facing financial barriers. We work hand-in-hand with organizations such as Children and Families First NC – the umbrella organization for Head Start programs in our county - Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club, Guilford County Schools’ Title I program, and organizations providing services for refugees and immigrants such as UNCG’s Center for New North Carolinians, to bridge the opportunity gap. During our past year, approximately 70% of students who visit us through field trips and workshops have been served free of charge.

Currently the organization is exploring potential capital needs around refurbishment of its facilities. Additionally, GreenHill is examining new partnership opportunities to expand events and exhibitions and elevate GreenHill’s profile across the Triad region and state.