Upcoming Events
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-AEIVA PresentsVadis Turner: She Drank Gold
At various times times throughout human history, drinking gold was a relatively common practice for those seeking eternal youth. Artist Vadis Turner uses this misguided tradition and several stories...
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-AEIVA PresentsLavaughan Jenkins: The Watcher and The Watchman
Boston-based artist Lavaughan Jenkins uses his brush to expand conventional notions of painting beyond the boundaries of traditional, two-dimensional surface mediums. He uses paint as structural layering to...
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-AEIVA PresentsDelrico Gibson: Strings of Gratitude
On February 29, 2020, just weeks after opening his family’s new restaurant, a devastating kitchen explosion engulfed artist Delrico Gibson in flames, resulting in severe burns to most...
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Mental Health MondayCaring for the Family Caregiver
As of 2020 almost 1 in 5 people in the United States were providing unpaid care to an adult with functional needs, according to the National Alliance for...
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We’re thrilled to introduce you to the exciting programs and events hosted by the Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts (AEIVA), Alys Stephens Center (ASC), ArtPlay Community Art Education (ArtPlay), and UAB Arts in Medicine (AIM). Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries and finding new, innovative ways to bring the arts to life. We work tirelessly to curate thought-provoking exhibitions, enriching educational programs, and experiences that promote well-being through the arts. Take a moment to explore our site and discover all that we have to offer.
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Alys Stephens Center - Season #27
We are thrilled to announce that the countdown has begun for our 27th Anniversary season! This year, we’re shaking things up and doing things a little differently. Instead of announcing all of our artists at once, we’ll be unveiling them one by one on Facebook and Instagram starting on April 20.Don’t miss out on the excitement! Be sure to like and follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on all the latest announcements throughout the spring and summer.For those who are truly passionate about the arts, we recommend purchasing an Arts Membership to gain access to exclusive benefits and be among the first to hear about upcoming events.