06/02/2026
We are beyond honored to be hosting this year's Art Exhibition and Showcase for the Mississippi Institute of Arts and Letters Awards!
In 1978, the Mississippi Institute of Arts and Letters was created by a group of local cultural advocates. They knew without a doubt that our greatest state treasures were the artists, writers, and musicians who built the very cultural foundation of the place we call home. Since then, MIAL has worked to nurture, support, and recognize Mississippi creatives in every field from visual arts to creative writing. Knowing the history of these awards, along with having seen both of these artists grow into the creative visionaries they are now, makes it an absolute honor to help continue the legacy of these prestigious awards.
This year we will be helping to acknowledge Jerrod Partridge and Kat Fitzpatrick for their amazing accomplishments in the fields of Visual Arts and Photography. Next Friday the 12th starting at 5pm, there will be an open reception celebrating the work and talent of these fantastic Mississippi artists. All are welcome to join us as we come together to discuss and enjoy the amazing works that will be on view.