The Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts in Valdosta, Georgia, will open new exhibitions on June 15, 2026, featuring works by artists Preston King, Julie Mazzoni, and Cat Babbie, alongside the 18th Annual Valdosta People’s Choice Photo Contest. The opening reception runs from 5 to 7 p.m., with free admission and light refreshments; public voting for the photo contest continues through July 10, with winners announced at an awards reception on July 20.
This event matters as it highlights the Turner Center's role in supporting regional artists and engaging the local community through accessible arts programming. The mix of solo exhibitions and a community photo contest fosters direct public participation in the arts, reinforcing the Center's mission as a cultural hub in South Georgia.