Art in the Garden

Art LogoThe Hahn Horticulture Garden (HHG) is not only a fabulous collection of living art; it is a showplace for artists from throughout the New River Valley and surrounding area. The Pavilion hosts 6 artist a year with a wide diversity of visual arts from photography to handmade paper; acrylics, watercolors and oils; mono-printing to metal work. The love of nature is shown in the creativeness of our local artists.

In 2015 the art went outside and Simply Elemental was born. Simply Elemental is an outdoor multi-artist installation integrated along the garden paths, plantings, and trees of the HHG. It is held annually from August 1st and September 30th. Simply Elemental 2018 was the first time that Performing Artists were also included.

In conjunction with the art show, the HHG has conducted a variety of events, including meet the artists receptions, hands-on art workshops, speakers and garden-art tours. Watch our events calendar for dates.

Please click the tabs below form more information on art being displayed in the Garden.


Upcoming Artists in the Pavilion for 2024:

  • Mar-Apr: Andrea Brunais
  • May-Jun: Pam Goff
  • Jul-Aug: TBD
  • Sept-Oct: Krista Westman
  • Nov-Dec: Radford Camera Club
  • Interested in showing your work in the Pavilion? Email us at vtgarden@vt.edu

Simply Elemental is an outdoor, multi-artist installation integrated along the garden paths, plantings, and trees of the Hahn Horticulture Garden at Virginia Tech. It is held annually between August 1st and September 30th.

For additional information on the event, please visit the Simply Elemental website





Art inspired by Joan Fullerton


Pictured: Joan’s Art Titled: The Middle Way

About the artist

This is a group installation inspired by Joan Fullerton. Joan is a Colorado artist who led a workshop for the Blacksburg Regional Art Association in the fall of 2024.

From Joan’s Website: My painting process is one of experimentation and discovery. While I do not work with a predetermined subject in mind, I often end up with paintings symbolic of man’s connection to the Earth.

Joan is exceptionally gifted in helping students gain more freedom in the creative process and discover their unique artistic voice. She believes people are more open to learning and inspiration when having fun. Her workshops are playful and lighthearted.

The Hahn Pavilion presents an exhibit of works inspired by the artists who attended the workshop. This exhibit will be shown until February 28th, 2025

  • Lisa Acciai
  • Charlotte Chan
  • Jane Collins
  • Linda Correll
  • Judy Crowgey
  • Diamond Gabriel
  • Pam Goff
  • Glenna Gustafson
  • Susan Hansen
  • Jeannie Hamilton
  • Summer Hannah
  • Ruth Lefko
  • Leslie Mitchell
  • Martha Olson
  • David Pearce
  • Tom Reisinger
  • Pam Simmons
  • Ladonna Sepers
  • Marvi Stine
  • Lois Stephens