The Nall Institute

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Nall was born and raised in Troy, Alabama, and drew from the time he was a little boy. What started in a small Southern town eventually carried him halfway around the world. He continued his education at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, where he studied under Salvador Dalí.

Over the years his work took him to museums, galleries, and public spaces across Europe and the United States. He painted, sculpted, designed opera sets, and created mosaics - always believing art could bring people together. But no matter where he traveled, Alabama remained home, and the heart behind everything he made.

Pavilions

Explore Nalls vision for the world through these pavilions of artwork.

RENAISSANCE MONTGOMERY

Experience NALL's monumental Alabama Renaissance amid a remarkable collection of Alabama art he curated, transforming this downtown Montgomery destination into a celebration of the state's creativity.

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Remembering Nall

Nall's life was filled with wonderful stories, and many of them — along with the people he met — inspired his work. Explore the moments, memories, and inspirations behind his creations. He often said these stories meant as much to him as the art itself, calling each piece one of his "art babies," each one carrying a little piece of his heart.

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Boutique

Nall believed art finds the folks it's meant for. If something here speaks to you, it was made to find a place in a home like yours. Stop by the NALL Boutique and take a look around.

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CuratedExhibitions

Few things warmed Nall's heart more than bringing people together through art — pairing his work with that of talented friends, then watching those collections travel from one community to the next.

Here you'll find exhibitions ready to travel to galleries, museums, and cultural centers, with new shows added as they come together. If you'd like to welcome one to your community, reach out to a member of the team — they'll help you find the right show and make you feel right at home.

Alice in Wonderland

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Nall Remnant

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A-EYE NALL

Come on into my virtual studio and let's draw your portrait. Bring me a face, yours, a friend's, someone you love, and we'll make something worth hanging. When we're done, we'll pick out a frame for it.

And don't be shy, go right ahead and ask me anything. I'd love to hear from you, and I'll do my very best to respond personally. Whether it's about my artwork, an exhibition, a commission, or just to say hello, I'm always glad to make a new friend.

Chat & Create

Credits

Troy University Board of Trustees

Kay Ivey, President of the Board (ex officio)
Gibson Vance, Area 4 – President Pro Tempore
Edward Crowell, At Large – Vice President Pro Tempore
Forrest Latta, Area 1
John Harrison, Area 2
Earl Johnson, Area 2
Karen Carter, Area 3
Cam Ward, Area 4
Gerald Dial, Area 6 – President Pro Tempore Emeritus
Freddie Thomas, Area 6
Roy Drinkard, Area 7
Charles Nailen, At Large

Troy University Foundation Board Members

Dr. Jack Hawkins, President
Mr. Jeffrey F. Coleman, Chair
Mr. Larry Hughes, Vice-Chair
Dr. Jim Bookout, Treasurer
Mrs. Alicia Bookout, Vice Chancellor for Development & Alumni Affairs
James R. Andrews, Emeritus
Mrs. Karen Carter
Mr. Roy Drinkard
Mr. John R. Ferguson
Judge Jack Weaver
Mr. Horace Horn
Dr. Earl Johnson
Dr. Manley Johnson
Mr. Jeffrey Kervin
Mr. David Mallach
Dr. Harrel McKinney
Mr. Doug Mims
Mr. Randall Moore
Mrs. Claudene Nichols
Mr. Lewis Rushing
Dr. Kevin Walsh

Advisory Board

Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr., Chairman
Dr. Judson Edwards, Sorrell College of Business
Ms. Carrie Jaxon, College of Arts and Humanities
Trustee, Ms Karen Carter, Troy University Foundation
Mrs. Janice Hawkins, Advisor