Since 1984, internationally recognized artists have found a congenial home for their work at Jerald Melberg Gallery. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the business Melberg founded with his passion for art and faith in Charlotte as the hub for his far-reaching client base. To commemorate this milestone, Jerald Melberg Gallery will host a celebratory exhibition showcasing works by every artist the gallery currently represents including Romare Bearden, Wolf Kahn, Robert Motherwell, Donald Sultan and Brian Rutenberg. On Saturday, May 4, the exhibition will open to the public with a Coffee & Conversation event where attending gallery artists will turn the tables and interview Melberg about his storied career as an art dealer.

As former curator at the Mint Museum, Melberg’s extensive experience laid the foundation for four decades of success and collaboration with the City of Charlotte in its Sister City Program in Arequipa, Peru. Jerald Melberg Gallery was founded on the conviction that it would be operated more like a museum than a typical gallery. During his career Melberg has curated major exhibitions for such artists as Pablo Picasso, Romare Bearden, Robert Motherwell, Wolf Kahn and Dale Chihuly. He has focused on building the careers of the artists he represents, taking their work to the major art fairs in the United States as well as organizing museum exhibitions for them.   

Welcoming all to enjoy art on display, the gallery has helped hundreds evolve from admiring art to collecting it. Melberg’s philosophy is grounded in sharing his passion and knowledge, and his clients will attest to his infectious enthusiasm. “It’s wonderful to watch people deepen their understanding of art no matter what their background, and I’ve been privileged to help make that possible,” Melberg said. For Melberg it has always been about art for art’s sake and he believes this focus is largely responsible for the gallery’s success.