Just Happy Accidents (March 7 - April 24, 2026)

An exhibit of oil paintings by the late Alvin E. Just

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Alvin “Al” E. Just was born and raised in Johnstown. He graduated from Richland High School in 1968, then went on to earn his bachelor’s degree at the University of Pittsburgh in 1972 where he studied History and Political Science and minored in Art. He had 4 beloved children, Dawn (Shawn) Pries, Ericka Just, Ashley (John) Bennett, and Sean “AJ” Just. Al was owner of Sports Center Advertising, an ad agency he owned for over 30 years. He loved the outdoors, fishing, hunting, camping, art, and eating a good pizza. Al was a 33rd Degree Mason holding many offices during his tenure and receiving numerous honorary membership awards from the fraternity. He was a member of Greater Johnstown Lodge #538, F & AM and Cambria Lodge # 278, F & AM, York Rite Bodies and Scottish Rite, Valley of Altoona, and Jaffa Shriners. Al believed the Masonic Order made him a better person. Al was known as “Pappy Painter” to Niya, Lena and Elliott Bennett and was a certified Bob Ross instructor in his painting career. He touched the lives of many through art, and he will always be remembered as a beloved teacher.

FREE WINE & CHEESE OPENING RECEPTION:

Saturday, March 7, 2026, 1:00 - 3:00 PM

*Sponsored by the Barbara & Elmer Laslo Cultural Heritage Sponsor!

Gallery Hours:

Monday - Friday: 10 AM to 5 PM

Saturday: 10 AM to 2 PM

Sunday: Closed