701 Center for Contemporary Art

08/25/2026

08/24/2026

✨ ARTIST TALK | LINDA WILLIAMS McCUNE ✨

Go beyond the exhibition and into the ideas, memories, and experiences that shaped Vestiges.

Join us at 701 CCA for an intimate evening with artist Linda Williams McCune as she shares her artistic journey, explores the different series represented throughout her solo exhibition, and offers insight into the inspiration behind the work.

This is an opportunity to experience Vestiges through the artist’s own perspective—and to spend time with the exhibition before it closes September 27.

Wednesday, September 16
Gallery Viewing | 5–7 PM
Artist Talk | 7 PM
📍 701 CCA Gallery, 701 Whaley Street
🎟️ FREE | RSVP requested

Come early, explore the gallery, and stay for a deeper conversation with the artist.

08/20/2026

✨ Spend an afternoon with Vestiges ✨

There’s still plenty of time to experience Vestiges by Linda Williams McCune, now on view at 701 CCA through September 27.

McCune’s sculptures and drawings explore place, memory, virtue, the passage of time, and the deeply personal experiences that shape us.

🖼️ Gallery Hours
Thursday–Sunday | 1–5 PM
📍 701 Whaley Street, 2nd Floor

Come wander the gallery, take your time with the work, and experience Vestiges for yourself.

08/18/2026

A huge thank you to Sarah Nguyen Sarah Nguyen for sharing her time, talent, and creativity with us during her time as Artist in Residence at 701 CCA! ❤️

We loved having the opportunity to learn from Sarah and get a closer look at the ideas, stories, and techniques behind her mixed-media practice. Her work is deeply rooted in storytelling, paper cutting, painting, folklore, and the connections we make through art.

Thank you, Sarah, for creating, teaching, sharing, and inspiring our community. We’re so grateful you were here! ✨

08/16/2026

✨ VESTIGES is in the gallery! ✨

Spend your Sunday with us and experience Vestiges by Linda Williams McCune—an exhibition exploring memory, place, virtue, time, and the deeply personal act of making art.

🖼️ The gallery is OPEN TODAY from 1–5 PM!
📍 701 Whaley Street, Second Floor

Come see it in person. 👀

08/15/2026

✨ Happening TODAY at 701 CCA! ✨

Join us for an Artist Talk with our current Artist in Residence, Sarah Nguyen, and hear more about the stories, process, and inspiration behind her intricate mixed-media work.

🗓 Today, Saturday, August 15
⏰ 12–1 PM
📍 AIR Loft, Suite 205
701 Whaley St., Upstairs

Sarah Nguyen works primarily with paper, creating hand-cut fiber panels and paintings rooted in storytelling, folklore, memory, nature, and ritual. Come meet the artist, learn more about her work, and get a closer look into her creative process.

🥪 Bring your lunch if you’d like!

We’d love to see you there! RSVP through the link in bio.

08/13/2026

There’s plenty to experience at 701 CCA this week and weekend! ✨

🎨 Visit Artist-in-Residence Sarah Nguyen’s Open Studio

Stop by Thursday–Sunday from 1–5 PM to meet Sarah, see what she’s been creating during her residency, and get a glimpse into her process.

Then join us Saturday from 12–1 PM for an Artist Talk with Sarah Nguyen as she shares more about her work, inspiration, and creative practice.

🖼️ While you’re here, visit the gallery!
Our current exhibition, Vestiges by Linda Williams McCune, is on view now through September 27. The gallery is open Thursday–Sunday from 1–5 PM.

Make an afternoon of it and experience everything happening at 701 CCA. We’ll see you at 701 Whaley Street, 2nd Floor!

08/12/2026

✨ Artist Talk with Sarah Nguyen ✨

Join us this Saturday for an artist talk with 701 CCA Artist in Residence Sarah Nguyen!

Sarah is a mixed media artist working primarily with paper, creating intricate hand-cut fiber panels and paintings rooted in storytelling, folklore, memory, and place. During her residency at 701 CCA, she’s bringing that unique perspective and process right here to Columbia.

Come hear Sarah talk about her work, inspiration, and creative process—and feel free to bring your lunch!

📅 Saturday, August 15
⏰ 12–1 PM
📍 AIR Loft, Suite 205
701 Whaley St., Upstairs
Columbia, SC

Sarah is in residence at 701 CCA through August 16, so don’t miss this opportunity to meet the artist and learn more about the stories behind her work.

👉 RSVP at the link in our bio!

08/10/2026

✨ NOW ON VIEW: Vestiges by Linda Williams McCune ✨

On view at 701 CCA through September 27, Vestiges invites us into the deeply personal work of Linda Williams McCune, whose sculptures and drawings explore memory, place, moral virtue, and the passage of time.

Influenced by her family ties to rural Tennessee and her life in South Carolina, McCune creates work rooted in reflection—examining the experiences, connections, and traces that remain with us.

Come spend some time with Vestiges and experience the work in person.

📅 August 6 – September 27, 2026
📍 701 CCA | 701 Whaley Street, Second Floor
🕐 Gallery Hours: Thursday–Sunday, 1–5 PM
🎟️ Come see what’s on view!

08/09/2026

Vestiges is now showing in the gallery! Stop by today from 1-5pm for an unforgettable exhibition!