RaMell Ross presents a truncated look at his photo book with a new exhibition of large-scale photographs and mixed-media sculptures for Bannister Gallery at ΢ÃÜȦ.
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Visit the Bannister Gallery
Since November 1978, the Edward Mitchell Bannister Gallery at ΢ÃÜȦ has been in continuous operation with exhibitions of contemporary art by local, regional, and internationally renowned artists. The gallery presents a program of 7–8 exhibitions per academic year.
Come Visit the Gallery
Bannister Gallery is free to everyone, including students, faculty, staff, and members of the public.
Hours of Operation
Monday–Friday: 12–8 pm, in , when exhibitions are on view
Visitor Expectations
- Please do not touch the artwork unless specifically invited to by the artist or gallery staff.
- Photography (without flash) is allowed unless specifically noted otherwise.
- Food and drink are not allowed in the gallery.
- Large backpacks, umbrellas, etc. should be left at the front door with gallery staff during your visit.
- As an educational art gallery, Bannister Gallery does not sell artwork, but staff can provide contact information for the artist upon request.
Please Note: The gallery is fully wheelchair accessible and additional reasonable accommodations can be made with 72 hours notice.
Interested in Exhibiting?
Find out more about how to submit an exhibition proposal.
More About the Gallery
Our Vision and Process
The gallery aims to present a diverse set of art that ranges from traditional media, like painting and sculpture, to more contemporary formats, including photography, graphic design, and digital media. Exhibitions are selected by the Bannister Gallery Committee, which is made up of the Gallery Director and members of the Art Department Faculty.
The gallery strives to create an inclusive environment for the public with the aim of building relationships between the arts community of Rhode Island and the larger art world. Each exhibition is on display for three to four weeks and usually include a public lecture by the artist(s) or other related programs.
Prior Location
The gallery was previously located in the Adams Library and the Art Department before relocating in September 2000 to the Roberts Hall / Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts complex. An adjacent hallway display area was created in 2002 and is used as either an extension of the main exhibition space or for separate shows of works on paper, photos, and small paintings.
Current Exhibitions
Join us for an artist lecture with Academy Award nominee RaMell Ross, in conjunction with his solo exhibition, on view in Bannister Gallery from February 20-March 21, 2025.
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Artists Lani Irwin and Alan Feltus present an exhibition of figurative oil paintings in Bannister Gallery. The exhibition is curated by Professor Richard Whitten.
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In conjunction with their exhibition in Bannister Gallery, on view from April 3-25, 2025, Lani Irwin and Alan Feltus will give an artist talk on Thursday, April 3, at 4 PM in Alex and Ani Room 138, followed by an opening reception in the gallery.
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Contact Us
Bannister Gallery
Located in ΢ÃÜȦ’s Roberts Hall, the Bannister Gallery presents 7 to 8 exhibitions a year by local, regional and international artists.
- emailbannistergallery@ric.edu
- phone401-456-9765
- placeRoberts Hall