Opening Reception: August 28, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Exhibition Dates: August 28 - December 13, 2025
Gallery Hours: Thursdays - Saturdays, 10 AM - 1 PM and 2 PM - 6 PM
UC Merced’s 20th anniversary exhibition at La Galería celebrates the design, development, and creative identity of California’s newest public research university. From original campus renderings and architectural models to public artworks and selections from the university’s growing Permanent Collection, this exhibition explores how UC Merced’s physical and artistic landscape has evolved over its first two decades. Whether you’re encountering the campus for the first time or reflecting on its early years, 20 Years of UC Merced Art & Architecture offers a compelling look at how place, purpose, and creativity converge to shape a university.
Curated by:
- Collin Lewis, Executive Director for the Arts
- Grace Garnica, Gallery Manager
- Phillip Woods, Director of Physical & Environmental Planning
