Regional Art

Coming Soon:

37th Art in Gadsden Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony

Friday, August 1, 2025, from 5 – 7:30PM

Join us for the 37th Art in Gadsden Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony on Friday, August 1, from 5–7:30 PM! This year, we are pleased to present 117 works of art by 91 artists. Join us to celebrate the creative talent in our community!

* Doors open at 5PM with refreshments

* The Awards Ceremony begins promptly at 6:30PM

Admission: 

Free for members* and children 17 and under

$5 for non-member adults | $3 for adult students

*Student and Individual memberships admit 2 people; Family and above admit 4 people

Collect Regional Art

Third Annual Art in Gadsden Flash Sale

Friday, August 1, 2025 |10AM – 7:30PM 

Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 10AM – 5PM

Collect work by your favorite artists, and discover new ones! For two days only, during the opening weekend of the 37th Art in Gadsden Juried Exhibition, you can purchase the work on display! Proceeds support participating artists and Gadsden Arts, while you take home something truly special – a triple win!

Art for Children & Youth

Double the impact of Art for Children & Youth!

We have exciting news! A generous donor will match all Art for Children & Youth contributions up to $10,000 through 12/31/25. Your contribution of any amount will help grow support for Art for Children & Youth in our community.

Questions? Call Grace Robinson at 850-627-5020

Extended Holiday Closure

Fourth of July Weekend • Museum Closed

To accommodate scheduled construction, all public and office spaces of the Gadsden Arts Center & Museum will be closed from Thursday, July 3, through Saturday, July 5. We will reopen for camp on Monday, July 7, and for the public on Tuesday, July 8, with regular business hours from 10 AM–5 PM.

We hope everyone enjoys a safe and festive holiday weekend! While we’re closed, we invite you to explore our upcoming exhibitions and events online using the button below.

Warm regards,

The Gadsden Arts Team

Holiday Hours

Open: 

Tuesday, July 1, 2025, from 10AM – 5PM

Wednesday, July 2, 2025, from 10AM – 3:30PM (Early closing due to construction)

Closed: 

Thursday, July 3, 2025 – Saturday, July 5, 2025

Reopen: 

Monday, July 7, 2025 – Camp only

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 – Open

Youth & Family

Summer Art Camp 2025

Three weeks of fun so far – and still time to join in!

The first three weeks of our 2025 Summer Art Camp have been full of creativity, color, and unforgettable moments – and it’s not over yet! There’s still time to sign up and give your child a summer to remember. Each week offers new hands-on projects, from painting and drawing to sculpture and mixed media.

Thanks to the generous support of our Art for Children donors, approximately 50% of campers were able to attend on partial or full scholarships.

Youth & Family

Did you know? You can bring the children

to make and explore art for free!

Hello families and neighbors – bring your children to enjoy Free Family Saturdays every week! Get creative in the ArtZone, discover galleries through a Visual Scavenger Hunt, and unwind in the Reading Corner. Don’t forget to grab a free book and an Art @ Home Kit to continue the fun at home. Make art, make memories, and keep coming back for more!

Free Family Saturdays at Gadsden Arts are made possible by Art for Children & Youth Donors, and presented by Centennial Bank, in partnership with the National Hookup of Black Women – Gadsden, Art for Children Sponsors Bell & Bates Home Center, Sunnyside Farm Management Inc., a grant from the Community Foundation of North Florida, and Art @ Home Kits sponsor TDS Telecom.

Dine & Discover

37th Art in Gadsden Dine & Discover Luncheon

August 28, 2025, from 12PM – 1:30PM

Founded over 30 years ago, Art in Gadsden showcases exceptional talent from across the region, blending local heritage with fresh vision. Join us for lunch and an engaging conversation with past and present Art in Gadsden award winners. Hear their stories, creative insights, and what it means to be part of one of the region’s most respected art exhibitions.

Seats are limited—reserve yours today!

Member Exclusive

Artists’ Studio Visits

August 23, 2025, from 10AM – 4PM

Ever wondered where creativity begins? Join us for a rare chance to meet some of our region’s talented artists and explore the spaces where they bring their ideas to life. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t want to miss! Not a member yet? Join today to explore and discover art all year long.

Full details coming August 5—visit gadsdenarts.org for the latest information!

Major Exhibitions

American Grit – only 3 weeks left!

On display through Saturday, July 19, 2025

Only three weeks remain to experience American Grit: Florida Crackers, Cowboys, & Cow Hunters, photographs by Adam Rountree that capture the grit, heritage, and everyday life of Florida’s cattle ranchers. This summer, gather friends and family for a compelling look at a rarely seen side of Florida history and culture right here at Gadsden Arts.

Regional Art

New Artists Guild Exhibition

On display through September 6, 2025 

Enjoy the third Artists Guild exhibition of 2025, on view in the Gadsden Arts Center & Museum’s Bates Community Room through September 6, 2025. 

Image: Honey Hilliard, Secrets of the Brush, 2025, oil

Fletcher Museum Shop

New Artist Spotlight: Amanda Ruddell, Textile Designs

Discover vibrant designs by textile artist Amanda Ruddell, now at the Fletcher Museum Shop. Explore her original prints on new items we’ve never carried before! Explore her beautifully crafted yoga mats, aprons, jewelry cases, and more—all designed with artistry and durability in mind.

Gallery improvements are underway!

Renovations are nearly complete in our Zoe Golloway Gallery! This project improves aesthetic quality, climate, and security in this vitally important space, which will soon house Gadsden Arts Permanent Collection exhibitions. Upstairs, the Bates Gallery will join the Bates Community Room and Munroe Family Community Gallery in featuring art from our community, expanding representation of our region’s artists. Thank you donors for making this project possible!



Double the Deals: Savings Around the Square!

Looking for great local deals and a reason to explore Downtown Quincy? Here’s your chance to enjoy double the savings with a special promotion from two favorite local spots—White Rabbit Market and Big Papa’s Chophouse!

Shop at White Rabbit Market and get 50% off any appetizer at Big Papa’s Chophouse—just show your receipt! Dine at Big Papa’s and get a 15% off coupon for White Rabbit Market. It’s the perfect excuse to treat yourself and support local businesses. Stop by the Square today and enjoy the savings!

Welcome new neighbor – Faison’s Way BBQ

Family-owned Southern BBQ restaurant in Quincy, FL, serving authentic recipes crafted by owner-chef Shannon Faison, now bringing you breakfast, lunch, barbecue, and soulful Sunday dinners!