A Gallery Without Gates.
About
The Ugly Art Co.
Ugly Art Co. is a Memphis-based art collective and exhibition space rooted in access, education, and opportunity.
Inside our 6,000 sq ft gallery in the Edge District, emerging artists are given room to grow, exhibit, and be taken seriously. We host original works, educational programming, and events that bring people into the conversation — not push them out.
We believe art should be experienced, discussed, and collected by everyone — not just the initiated
At our core we care about showing quality work in a relaxed - welcoming atmosphere, creating opportunities for our group, and giving our patrons a place to learn, experience, and feel at home.
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Open Studio
May 8th, 9th, and 10th
Ugly Art Co.
Browse new works from Ugly’s roster of artists! Beer and wine will be available.
Etowah Collective Dinner
May 23rd, 2026
Ugly Art Co.
Quarterly chef-led dinner series hosted in interesting and unique locations throughout Memphis that highlights visiting chef’s creative process and identity. This dinner will be led Memphis’ own Cole Jeanes.
Collage Party
May 27, 2026
Ugly Art Co.
No rules. Just creativity. Hands-on collage making with community, curated tunes from a different guest artist each month, and of course, immaculate vibes.
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