Open Studio Weekend (OSW) is a partnership of the University of Louisville Hite Art Institute and LVA to raise funds for Hite Art Institute's Mary Spencer Nay Scholarship and LVA's signature program Children's Fine Art Classes. This innovative weekend of fundraising events is in its third year, having replaced the partnership's annual art auction event of 47 years.

The goal of this endeavor is to deepen our relationship with existing donors and to expand our connection to potential donors while simultaneously supporting local talent. OSW expands cultural and economic opportunities for artists and art lovers alike. Last year, the Launch Party alone hosted 500 art patrons.



OSW is an "economic-centric" program: support for this program not only bolsters Hite Art Institute and LVA, it also fosters the economic and business growth of local artists and promotes the visual arts culture in Louisville. OSW represents LVA's continuous quest to develop new, innovative and productive opportunities relevant to the community AND to the organization.

November 6: Kick off for Open Studio Weekend

November 14-15: Open Studio Weekend

November 6-15 : Exhibition at Cressman/PUBLIC