Endings & Beginnings: The Future of the PAA Gallery
As redevelopment plans move forward, the Plano Art Association Gallery at Willow Bend will soon close a chapter that has been deeply meaningful to our artists and our community. This space has allowed us to live out our mission—to encourage the development and education of the visual arts, and to share the joy, passion, and beauty of creativity within and beyond Plano. It has been a place where inspiration was not only displayed, but truly experienced.
While this transition comes sooner than we had hoped, our purpose remains unchanged. We are committed to continuing this work—supporting artists, fostering creativity, and inspiring a deeper connection to the visual arts in our community.
We invite you to be part of what comes next. Whether through sharing ideas for a new home, volunteering your time, or contributing financially, your support helps ensure that the joy and beauty of the visual arts continue to thrive in Plano.
If you feel moved to help, please connect with us using the form below.
Together, we will carry this mission forward into its next chapter.
Where art brought us together—and memories were made along the way
How You Can Help
This next chapter for the Plano Art Association Gallery depends on the strength of our community. If you value local art, now is the time to step in and help us build what comes next.
1. Give to Support Our Transition
Relocating and reestablishing our gallery requires significant resources. Your financial support directly helps secure a new space, transport and preserve artwork, and continue programming for our artists. Every contribution—large or small—makes a meaningful impact. Donate by filling out the form on the right or by reaching out to treasurer@planoartassociation.org.
2. Become a Member & Stay Engaged
Membership is one of the most powerful ways to support Plano Art Association. By joining or renewing, you help sustain exhibitions, provide opportunities for artists, and keep the visual arts thriving in our community. If you’ve been thinking about joining—this is the moment.
3. Volunteer & Lend Your Expertise
We are actively building a New Home Task Force and need community members ready to roll up their sleeves. If you have experience in architecture, construction, design, fundraising, or project management—or simply the willingness to help—we’d love to have you involved.
4. Share Opportunities & Connections
Know of a potential gallery space, donor, sponsor, or partnership? Your connections could open the door to our next home.
5. Show Up & Support Local Artists
Attend exhibitions, bring a friend, and continue supporting the artists who make this community so vibrant. Your presence matters more than you think.