Offers many arts programs for the public each year. The college has two professional galleries located in the Rutledge Building (1898 Alumni Dr.) that exhibit local, regional, national and international artists and one student gallery located in McLaurin Hall (1896 Alumni Dr.). Gallery hours are Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Annually the Winthrop University Galleries offer a Department of Art and Design Faculty Exhibition and a Juried Student Exhibition. The Department of Music and the Department of Theatre and Dance schedule campus performances by nationally and internationally recognized guest artists, faculty and students. The College Visual and Performing Arts hosts the "Medal of Honor in the Arts" ceremony which recognizes the unique roles of individuals and groups who have made a significant contribution to the arts across the Carolinas. The college also offers the summer arts program, STARTS for selected gifted and talented middle school students.

The gallery represents national and international artists. It provides collectors and the art loving public access to cutting-edge contemporary arts; painting, sculpture, video art, installation art and performance art as well as an ambitious programs that include engaging panel discussions, Artist Talk, educational workshops and an extensive VIP Program.