About
Ed Hamilton Studio & Visitors Center
is a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to preserving the legacy of renowned Louisville, Kentucky sculptor Ed Hamilton.
Our primary purpose is to use Ed’s life and work to inspire the community and celebrate cultural heritage and historical legacies.
The center also aims to promote the transformative power of arts and culture through community building by showcasing diverse and emerging artists not only through exhibits, but with hands-on tutelage through our Artist-in-Residence program and community based educational programming to positively enrich the lives of Louisville residents and all visitors.
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Our Mission
To celebrate Ed Hamilton’s life and work by creating a welcoming, collaborative space where people of all ages and backgrounds can connect through art, heritage, and community.
Our Vision
To be a vibrant cultural home that uplifts artists, nurtures the next generation of 3-D visual storytellers, and strengthens community bonds across generations.
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​Core Values
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Creativity – Sparking imagination and bold artistic expression.
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Collaboration – Working together across generations to learn, grow, and create.
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Inclusivity – Welcoming all voices and honoring diverse perspectives.
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Education – Inspiring lifelong learning through hands-on workshops, exhibitions, and outreach.
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Legacy – Preserving Ed Hamilton’s art and impact as a source of pride and inspiration.
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Sustainability – Caring for our Earth’s resources while investing in the growth of artists for the future.
We are currently raising funds to make this project a reality. Funds will be used for the rehabilitation and addition to the existing building, archiving/cataloguing of the studio items, and museum planning for the future space. ​​
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Step inside with us as we reimagine a building that has thrived as a place of creation since the late 1800s, and will continue to foster the creativity of Hamilton and aspiring artists for generations to come.
Renderings by de Leon & Primmer Architecture Workshop
Louisville, KY
Our Donors
Jack Harlow Foundation
And numerous individual donors, we thank you!