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Major Exhibitions
Julie Torres: Generations
Julie Torres: Generations presents work by Julie Miller Torres, lawyer-turned-artist who grew up in Tallahassee. Torres practiced law for five years before returning to art school to realize her dream. Combining her love of law and art, she explores ideas of freedom and empowerment. A powerful work by Torres titled Super Diva, portraying Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art Permanent Collection.
Join us for a public reception on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 5pm–7:30pm. Meet the artist and hear a special presentation by Jacob Eisler, Ph.D., who will explore democracy and the enduring impact of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg. Dr. Eisler is a Harvard graduate who teaches Constitutional Law at the FSU College of Law. Admission is free for members and children, $3 for adult students, and $5 for adults.
Support for this program is provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, celebrating NEA America250: Arts Projects Honoring the National Garden of American Heroes.
Image: Julie Torres, All I Ask of Our Brethren, 2022, woven screen print, gold leaf, cut fabric,
78 x 62 inches
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Vision 2030
We’re thrilled about our sound and lighting! Check it out 🙂
On your next visit, you will find wonderful sound quality throughout the museum, adaptive hearing for those with hearing aids, and new lighting and aesthetic improvements. Behind the scenes, state-of-the-art HVAC improvements mean it is always exactly 68 degrees with stable humidity in our collections areas; during the past year, the Gadsden Arts Endowment Trust has grown from $1.4M to $1.85M of our $2M endowment goal.
Thanks to generous donors, we have made great progress toward realizing Vision 2030! This capital campaign began in 2025 to fund important facility upgrades and grow endowment. Vision 2030 ensures continued quality art museum experiences now, and long into the future.
If you are seeking an exceptional way to invest in Gadsden Arts, consider Vision 2030 – at this writing, we are 78% to our $1M campaign goal! Thank you donors for making all of this and more possible.
Information: Grace Robinson / 850.627.5020 / grace@gadsdenarts.org.
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Dine & Discover
Dean Mitchell: The Power of Watercolor
Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 12pm–1:30pm
Join us for luncheon and an interview with critically acclaimed artist Dean Mitchell in which we will explore the power of watercolor. Raised in Quincy, FL, Mitchell has earned international recognition and over 600 awards for painting. This year, he is the First Place Award winner in the Southern Watercolor Society 49th Annual Juried Exhibition, on view at Gadsden Arts through April 25, 2026.
This event is SOLD OUT. Please call (850) 627-5020 to be added to our wait list.
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Artist Opportunities
38th Art in Gadsden – Applications are now open!
Applications are now open for the 38th Art in Gadsden Juried Exhibition, inviting regional artists to share their work as part of this longstanding Gadsden Arts tradition. Eligible artists include current Gadsden Arts members living within
200 miles of Quincy and former Gadsden County residents.
Applications are due by May 15, 2026, at 5pm EDT.
Image: D. Arthur McBride, Against All Odds, 2023, oil on linen, Best of Show award winner, 37th Art in Gadsden Juried Exhibition
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Youth & Family
A creative summer awaits!
Summer Art Camp returns to Gadsden Arts, offering young artists ages 6–12 a chance to explore painting, drawing, sculpture, and more in a fun, supportive setting. Each week brings hands-on projects guided by experienced instructors.
Thanks to donor support through our Art for Children & Youth giving program, tuition is just $40 per week for members and $50 for non-members, and scholarships are available for children who love art. Six, one-week sessions run throughout June and July. Visit gadsdenarts.org/youth-family/ for more info about camp.
Art for Children & Youth programs are made possible by our Art for Children Donors, sponsors Patsy and Mark Bates, and Sunnyside Farm Management.
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Art Trip 2026
Discover Charleston, SC with Gadsden Arts!
Embark on an unforgettable exploration of Southern art, culture, and history with Gadsden Arts. Join us to explore the art, architecture, culinary delights, and rich history of this leading American cultural destination.
Reservations close May 15, 2026.
Questions? Email grace@gadsdenarts.org or call (850) 627-5020.
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Youth & Family
Free Family Saturdays
Spend your Saturday creating, exploring, and discovering together at Gadsden Arts, all free of charge! From 10am–4:30pm, families can enjoy a relaxed day of hands-on art activities, interactive gallery experiences, and time to read and connect, and leave with free prizes, art kits, and books. From art-making in our ArtZone to exploring the galleries through the treasure hunt, there’s something for all ages to enjoy!
Questions or suggestions?
Call Kaiyla Thompson, Museum Educator, (850) 627-5023
Free Family Saturdays are presented by Centennial Bank, with support from the Jacarlene Foundation, and in partnership with the National Hookup of Black Women – Gadsden. All Art for Children & Youth programs are made possible by our Art for Children & Youth Donors, sponsors Patsy and Mark Bates and Sunnyside Farm Management.
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Regional Art
residual heat: 2026 FSU Student Exhibition
Now on view through June 13, 2026, residual heat features work by MFA, BFA, and BA students from Florida State University’s Department of Art. Spanning painting, sculpture, photography, and more, the exhibition highlights a dynamic range of contemporary art practices by talented young artists who are the future of our field. Visitors are invited to explore how these artists express ideas about memory, change, and what remains over time.
Image: Keziah Navarro Vazquez, His grace is enough, 2026, oil on canvas, 48 x 36 inches
Note: the lowercase title is a stylistic choice made by student curators of this exhibition
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Regional Art
Thank you, Artist’s Guild Members!
Gadsden Arts is grateful for our Artists Guild members, whose work brings life and energy to our upstairs galleries. A new Artists Guild exhibition is now on view through June 6, 2026, highlighting the creativity and range of this growing community of regional artists.
Thank you for sharing your work and being an important part of Gadsden Arts.
Image: John R. Isaacs, Curious Red Fox, 2010, acrylic, 17 x 14 inches
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Jean Gard Fletcher Museum Shop
A Fresh Look for Spring
Welcome the season with something special from the Jean Gard Fletcher Museum Shop. From MJ Lord’s playful bunny garden statues to Kathleen Wilcox’s vibrant enamel works. Find pieces that bring a touch of spring to your space today! Each purchase supports local artists and makers, with new items to discover throughout the month. If you are a member, remember that Gadsden Arts members receive 10% off museum shop purchases – if not, consider joining to earn a discount and support our region’s community art museum.
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Membership
Travel and save $$$ with a Gadsden Arts NARM Membership
Planning summer travel? A Gadsden Arts Family Reciprocal Membership gives you NARM membership. The North American Reciprocal Museum Association is a network of more than 1,500 museums, gardens, and cultural sites across the country that offer reciprocal member benefits. From the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens in Jacksonville, FL, to the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, CA, you can enjoy member benefits and save money in your travels.
At Gadsden Arts, Family Reciprocal Members enjoy free admission for four people to major exhibitions and receptions, early registration and discounts on events and programs, discounted Fletcher Museum Shop purchases.
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Annual Meeting – Save the Date!
Members’ Annual Meeting & Volunteer Appreciation Happy Hour
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 5PM–6:30PM
Gadsden Arts Members are invited to the Gadsden Arts, Inc. Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 21st at 5pm. We will share:
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Highlight video – A Year in the Life of Gadsden Arts
- Gadsden Arts, Inc. financial reports from FY 2025
- Share highlights for the coming year
- Vote on incoming Gadsden Arts, Inc. Board of Directors members
- Thank our dedicated outgoing Board of Directors members
Following this short meeting, we’ll enjoy a Happy Hour to celebrate one another and thank our treasured volunteers who make much of what we do possible. We look forward to gathering to thank you all for your time, energy, care and support – you truly make Gadsden Arts special.
No RSVP is needed – we hope to see you here!
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On the square in Quincy
Dining • Shopping • Arts & Culture
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Visual Art
See what’s happening nearby!
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Art Museums & Galleries
AHA Gallery, Havana
Anderson Brickler Gallery, Tallahassee
ArtPort Gallery, Tallahassee
Bwembya’s Market, Quincy
Dean Mitchell’s Marie Brooks Gallery, Quincy
Foster Tanner Fine Arts Gallery, Tallahassee
FSU Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee
LeMoyne Arts, Tallahassee
Signature Art Gallery, Tallahassee
Tallahassee Senior Center, Tallahassee
Tallahassee State College Fine Art Gallery, Tallahassee
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle, Carrabelle
Venvi Gallery, Tallahassee
Contact Brittney Rollins to be added to this list.
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