Art of California, the Central Valley and our changing world
La Galería presents exhibitions that connect the UC Merced campus with artists, ideas and communities from across California and beyond. Located in El Portal, the gallery is free and open to students, campus visitors and the public.
Explore exhibitions
Discover current and upcoming presentations at La Galería, or revisit exhibitions from previous seasons.
See what’s coming to La Galería
Explore upcoming exhibitions, opening receptions and related programs presented throughout the academic year.
Revisit past exhibitions
Learn more about artists and exhibitions previously presented through La Galería’s visual arts program.
Visit La Galería
Wednesday–Saturday
12–6 p.m.
Free and open to the public
La Galería
El Portal Residence Hall, Room 120
University of California, Merced
5200 Lake Road
Merced, CA 95343
The gallery is closed during university holidays and academic breaks.
Visitor information
Review parking, transportation, accessibility and building information before traveling to campus.
Parking
Weekdays — Paid Parking
Pay-by-Text parking is available in the Green Zone of the Bellevue Lot. Text PARKBELL to 727563 when you arrive on campus.
Two-hour parking permits are also available for purchase at kiosks throughout the Bellevue Lot. Most debit and credit cards are accepted. Review current visitor parking information.
Parking in the Green Zone of the Bellevue Lot is monitored from 7 a.m.–6 p.m., Monday–Friday.
Weekends — Free Parking
Parking in the Green Zone of the Bellevue Lot is not monitored on Saturdays and Sundays.
Public Transportation
La Galería is accessible through Merced’s public bus system. Visit The Bus for current routes, schedules and fares.
Health Guidelines
Please postpone your visit if you or a member of your household is sick or feeling unwell.
La Galería follows current UC Merced health guidance .
Restrooms
Restrooms are available nearby on the first floor of the Ruiz Administration Center.
About the Permanent Collection
The University of California, Merced Permanent Collection features artwork by California artists, with particular emphasis on artists from and working in California’s Central Valley.
The Collection brings together artists at multiple stages of their careers—from established practitioners who have worked for decades to emerging artists demonstrating exceptional promise. Its holdings encompass paintings, watercolor, serigraph and linocut prints, sculpture, mixed media and other forms of artistic practice.
