Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr. Alcove Gallery
GreenHill Center for NC Art is proud to host the Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr. Alcove Gallery made possible by a generous gift from Betty Cone. As lifelong supporters of the arts and culture in North Carolina and Greensboro, Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr.’s philanthropic legacy lives on through the Alcove Gallery.
UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS
COMPASS
February 27 - March 28, 2026
Join GreenHill for the opening of Compass on Friday, February 27, from 5:30 – 6:30 PM in the Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr. Alcove Gallery. This group exhibition highlights the work of four NC artists, Devaul Emmett, Denise Landi, Sharon Paige, and Donna Walker, each offering a unique point of view and trajectory.
Free and open to the public. Bar and light refreshments.
PROGRAMMING:
OPENING | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Learn more about each artist by clicking their name!
MATTHEW MICCA
April 10 - June 20, 2026
Join GreenHill in the Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr. Alcove Gallery on Friday, April 10 from 6 - 7 PM for the opening of a solo exhibition by Matthew Micca. Featuring dynamic, colorful abstractions, the exhibition presents Micca’s vibrant paintings on panel alongside new three-dimensional works.
Free and open to the public. Cash bar and light refreshments.
Follow the artist on Instagram @miccaart
PROGRAMMING:
OPENING | FRIDAY, APRIL 10 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Check back soon for updates!
PAST EXHIBITIONS
TARA THACKER
September 18 - November 8, 2025
Join us in the Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr. Alcove Gallery for the opening of a solo exhibition of two and three dimensional artworks by Tara Thacker at GreenHill Center for North Carolina Art. Inspired by the avian world, Thacker’s layered ceramic and mixed-media pieces transforms material into richly textured abstractions and delicate wing-like forms.
Free and open to the public. Cash bar and light refreshments.
PROGRAMMING:
OPENING | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
ARTIST TALK | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM
ALCOVE AFTER HOURS | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Artwork: Tara Thacker, Detail of "Remiges," 2025, porcelain on canvas
GADISSE LEE
June 6 - September 13, 2025
Join us in the Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr. Alcove Gallery for the opening of a solo exhibition of photographic works works by Gadisse Lee at GreenHill Center For North Carolina Art.
Free and open to the public. Cash bar and light refreshments. Live music by Romeo's Crush during First Friday.
OPENING FRIDAY, JUNE 6 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
SAVE THE DATES
* Collector’s Circle Cassilhaus visit on Wednesday, June 18 from 1:00 - 3:00 PM. (Please note that RSVPS have been paused because this event is currently full).
* Artist Talk on Wednesday, July 23 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
SEAN PARRISH
April 4 - May 24, 2025
PROGRAMMING
First Friday Opening - April 4, 2025 - 6-9pm
Alcove After Hours - May 21, 2025 - 5-6:30pm
Enjoy a summer Spritz with solo artist Sean Parrish during Alcove After Hours on Wednesday, May 21 in GreenHill's new Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr Alcove Gallery. Meet friends and collectors in the brand-new space, where curators will also be on hand. GreenHill will be serving a signature cocktail, a classic Aperol Spritz, inspired by the upcoming summer season and Sean’s time living in Italy