Friends of Art
The Friends of Art of SIUE is a group of everyday people who appreciate the arts and want to see them flourish.
What We Do
Becoming a member of the Friends of Art lets you share:
- Special activities such as lectures by visiting and resident artists
- Free admission to workshops taught by well-known artists in a variety of disciplines
- Inside information on the annual Friends of Art Auction held each April
- The knowledge that you are supporting various Art and Design activities that wouldn't happen without Friends of Art, such as art scholarships, awards for young artists, special art shows of national prominence, and a variety of workshops throughout the school year
Friends of Art was organized in 1977 in cooperation with the SIUE Department of Art and Design and the SIUE Foundation. We are not-for-profit and self-supporting. Activities are coordinated by a board of area people.
Probably the group's biggest event, certainly the biggest fundraiser, is the art auction. Artworks and other appropriate "auctionables" are donated by University students, faculty and alumni, plus area art galleries and other businesses, and anyone who cares to donate.
Join Today
SIUE's Art and Design program has an excellent reputation among Midwestern universities and beyond. Since the opening of the Art and Design Building in 1993, that reputation has become even stronger.
You can become part of the excitement. It's easy, and it doesn't cost much (as little at $20 to become a Patron of Art!). So don't just think about it, become a friend of art today. Your gift helps enrich the program of Art and Design at SIUE and is tax-deductable.
For additional information, please email SIUE.friends.of.art@gmail.com
Please make your check payable to the SIUE Foundation and mail to:
Friends of Art
SIUE Box 1774
Edwardsville, IL 62026
