Lehigh University Art Galleries (LUAG) has announced a grand finale celebration titled “Bye for Now, Here and Now” to mark the conclusion of its centennial year. Scheduled for May 9, 2026, the public event serves as both a 100th-anniversary party and a closing reception for the landmark exhibition "Here and Now: 100 Years of LUAG, 100 Local Artists." The evening will feature live music, art-making activities, and opportunities for the public to engage with the 100 regional artists featured in the show.
This milestone event highlights the museum's shift toward community-centric programming and its role as a cultural anchor in the Lehigh Valley. By focusing its centennial exhibition on local talent rather than its permanent collection of 20,000 works, LUAG emphasizes a commitment to regional artistic growth and accessibility. The celebration concludes a year-long effort to bridge the gap between the university institution and the broader public through high-energy, inclusive events.