Case for Support

The passion of Fr. Michael Komechak, O.S.B., placed Benedictine University in the unique position of possessing a diverse and comprehensive art collection that rivals and surpasses that of larger institutions whose collections are housed in a museum. The entire Benedictine University campus has become a repository for art. The time has come to bring the collection under one roof.

The New Art Gallery Will Provide...

A Center of Excellence for the Visual Arts at Benedictine University

• The Art Gallery will preserve Fr. Michael’s art collection for generations to come.
• The Art Gallery will be a premier venue for exhibitions and a showcase for student, faculty and neighboring artists.
• The Art Gallery will be a place for students and artists to study and grow their knowledge and understanding of artists from around the world.

A Revitalizing Force for Benedictine University

• The Art Gallery will be a major new attraction and destination for visitors and guests of the University.
• The Art Gallery will be a cornerstone for continuing the legacy of Fr. Michael and advancing the visual arts at the University.
• The Art Gallery will be a motivating factor for attracting and retaining valuable visual art faculty and students.

A Foundation for Quality Education and Community Access

• The Art Gallery will enhance Benedictine’s reputation as a leading liberal arts institution with a fine arts academic program.
• The Art Gallery will respond to the growing multicultural communities at the University by providing greater educational opportunities.
• The Art Gallery will provide the surrounding community access to a prestigious art collection and exhibits by artists from around the world.

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