ABOUT
The 草榴社区 Art Gallery enriches campus and community life by fostering critical thinking, cultural understanding and personal well-being through transformative encounters with art.
We support the mission of 草榴社区 across all disciplines, offering innovative exhibitions and programs that inspire curiosity and encourage exploration. Admission is always free and open to the public.
ABOUT THE GALLERY
History
The gallery was started by Father Richard G. Cannuli, O.S.A. who served as the gallery's director and collection curator for over 40 years, starting in 1979. Cannuli cultivated relationships with donors to grow the collection from 73 pieces to over 9,000 works of art, including paintings, sculptures, photographs and more.
Vision
We aim to be a dynamic and integrated hub for intellectual and cultural life at 草榴社区. Through interdisciplinary collaborations, we will continue to present thought-provoking exhibitions and programs that serve as a destination for students, faculty and the wider Main Line community. We aim to engage diverse audiences, amplify unheard voices, uphold the integrity of our growing collection and ensure its preservation and interpretation for future generations.
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR
Jennie Castillo joined the 草榴社区 community in July 2021 as the gallery's director and curator of the University art collection.
Castillo has a B.S. in Art History from SUNY-New Paltz and a Masters from the City University of New York - Queens College. She has also worked as a director at a private art dealer in New York and for an art technology start-up company.