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About Southeastern Center For Contemporary Art

Welcome to Winston-Salem’s premier contemporary art hub, SECCA, now part of the NCMA family. Located downtown, this venue features rotating exhibitions, education programs, and public events across roughly 21,000 square feet of gallery space. It’s a trusted anchor for locals and visitors seeking accessible, engaging art experiences.

We’ve got you covered with practical details for a straightforward visit: easy ticketing, parking options, transit access, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a smooth trip to this downtown cultural destination.

The auditorium at this space seats about great seats attendees, making it ideal for intimate talks, artist presentations, and special exhibitions. Since joining the NCMA family, SECCA has broadened access to contemporary art while preserving its legacy. For current schedules, events, and ticketing, rely on official channels and secure your seats in advance.

Nearby lodging and dining partners provide convenient options for a full day or weekend visit, and the venue’s central location makes it easy to pair with a stroll through nearby cultural landmarks and downtown Winston-Salem attractions.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current name: North Carolina Museum of Art Winston-Salem (NCMA Winston-Salem); SECCA was renamed and its foundation dissolved in favor of NCMA stewardship.
  • Address: 750 Marguerite Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27106.
  • Venue type: Contemporary art museum (NCMA satellite) with rotating exhibitions and education programs.
  • Auditorium capacity: 294 seats (historical figure) with some sources listing ~300 seats.
  • Exhibit space: approximately 21,000 square feet of gallery space.
  • Parking: Free visitor parking; multiple downtown parking decks and on-street options.
  • Transit: Served by Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA); central hub at Clark Campbell Transportation Center (100 W. 5th St).
  • Nearby hotels: Kimpton Cardinal Hotel (downtown Winston-Salem) and Graylyn Estate (Reynolda area).
  • Notable hosted events: hosted the high-profile 1989 Andres Serrano controversy around Piss Christ as part of NEA-funded Awards in the Visual Arts; underwent major renovation completed circa 2010; transitioned to NCMA management in the 2007–2023 period.