The Distinguished Lecture Series was founded by former Gibbes Board member and philanthropist Esther Ferguson, whose vision is to bring cultural leaders to Charleston. We have welcomed amazing, creative influencers in art and architecture. Fred Wilson was the speaker of the 2019 Distinguished Lecture Series.
The mission of the Gibbes is to enhance lives through art by engaging people of every background and experience with art and artists of enduring quality; collecting and preserving art that touches Charleston and providing opportunities to learn, discover, enjoy and be inspired by the creative process.