Betsy Knabe Roe

'Echoes of Missouri' is on display now through August 2nd at The Montminy Gallery in Columbia. The exhibition explores African-American art, music, performance, culture, and history, with a focus on the legacy of John William "Blind" Boone. Donald Quist, PhD, says, "this feels like a celebration... It's been lovely to see these crossovers between these different types of artistry - rappers and poets and fine artists and painters all in this one place. It's been special." July 8, 2025

The Montminy Gallery is putting Boone County on display thanks to 30+ "influential" artists in its latest exhibit, 'Over Time: 100 Years of Art Scene/Seen in Boone County'. Curator Betsy Knabe Roe says, "it's exciting to see that breadth of history" in one room. July 30, 2024

On our couch today is Betsy Knabe Roe, director and curator of The Montminy Gallery, and artists Amy Stephenson and Jeff Rogers. Amy and Jeff are both taking part in 'For the Love of Locals', a multimedia art showcase that you can see for yourself inside the Boone County History & Culture Center now through mid-June! May 2, 2024