The Kelly to reopen in late June in new location

Cliff Williams
Cliff Williams
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Jun 1, 2023
Jun 1, 2023 Updated Aug 9, 2025

If anyone sees artwork being taken from The Kelly on Company Street, don’t fear — a burglary is not in process.

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Center for the Arts is moving to a larger location overlooking the Coosa River and planning a grand opening for June 29.

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Cliff Williams / The Herald Volunteer Glenda Adams, left, helps wrap some of the artwork as Deborah Blackmon looks in The Kelly gallery on Company Street as the art museum and center prepared to move.
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Cliff Williams / The Herald Volunteer Glenda Adams, left, helps wrap some of the artwork as Deborah Blackmon looks in The Kelly gallery on Company Street as the art museum and center prepared to move.
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The Kelly to reopen in late June in new location

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