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A gallery in the heart of Gee’s Bend.

The River Gallery presents year-round exhibitions curated by Souls Grown Deep that explore the history and artistic heritage of Gee’s Bend.

Current
Exhibition

JUST LOOK WHERE HE BROUGHT ME FROM: THE FAMILY QUILTS OF MARY LEE BENDOLPH

Curated by Souls Grown Deep in collaboration with two of Bendolph’s children–Rubin Bendolph, Jr. and quiltmaker Essie Bendolph Pettway–the exhibition brings together quilts, prints, and archival images to showcase the powerful throughlines of storytelling, cultural expression, and familial connection in Bendolph’s work. On view October 12 through July 2025.

The River Gallery is located at the Gee’s Bend Welcome Center.

12021 Co Rd 29, Boykin, AL 36723 • (334) 573-0020
Hours of operation: Mon: 10:00 am–1:00 pm, Tue - Sat: 10:00 am–3:00 pm

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Past Exhibitions.

  • A History of Gee's Bend from 1816 to the Present

    OCTOBER 2023—AUGUST 2024

    From the settlement of a cotton plantation by Joseph Gee in 1816 through the front lines of the Civil Rights Movement to celebrated exhibitions at major art museums worldwide, this exhibit explores key moments in the history of the storied community of Gee’s Bend.

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    Mosaic: Gee's Bend & Greg Lauren

    OCTOBER 2022—SEPTEMBER 2023

    This exhibition celebrated the groundbreaking collaboration between 14 Gee’s Bend quiltmakers and fashion designer Greg Lauren.

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