Major Exhibition

Impressionism by American Women

Continues through May 10, 2025

Sara May Love Gallery–Explore the art and stories of remarkable women painters from the late 19^th and early 20^th centuries who helped bring Impressionist painting to America, opening doors for women artists who followed.

This exhibition is made possible by donors to The Impact Fund, and the Watson Arts Fund, presented by Capital City Bank and FSU College of Medicine, and sponsored in part by Black Fig and Proof Brewery Inc.



Above: Susan Ricker Knox (1874-1959), Mexican Girl, n.d., oil on board, 20 x 16 inches, Huntsville Museum of Art Collection.

Adult Workshop

Gouache Impressions with Natalia Andreeva

Saturday, March 22, 2025, 10am– 5pm

Learn essential techniques like composition, perspective, and lighting while creating a one-of-a-kind painting from a photo of your choice! Register by March 7 to reserve your spot.

Dine & Discover

Celebrating Women in the Arts

Thursday, April 17, 2025, 12pm – 1:30pm

Join Gadsden Arts for an inspiring luncheon honoring the contributions of leading women in the arts past and present. Dine & Discover is sponsored in part by The White Rabbit Market.

Adult Workshop

Make Your Own Spring Basket with Beth Allman

Saturday, April 5, 2025, 10am– 2pm

Craft a vibrant spring basket to welcome the season with artist Beth Allman! 

Register by March 21 to reserve your spot.

Guided Tours

Book a Tour today!

Gadsden Arts invites schools, organizations, and groups to experience the Impressionism by American Women exhibition with a guided tour led by our expert staff and Art Guides. To book your tour, contact Kaiyla Thompson, Museum Educator, at 850-627-5023 or kaiyla.thompson@gadsdenarts.com.

Youth & Family

Free Family Saturdays

Join us for Free Family Days every Saturday at Gadsden Arts! Create in the ArtZone, explore galleries with a Visual Scavenger Hunt, and relax in the Reading Corner. Plus, take home a free book and an Art@Home Kit to keep the fun going at home!

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. 

Fletcher Museum Shop

Support Regional Artists at the Fletcher Museum Shop

Celebrate local craftsmanship with a variety of unique pieces, including woodwork, pottery, jewelry, and more, all available at the Fletcher Museum Shop. Plus, as a Gadsden Arts member, you’ll enjoy 10% off your entire purchase!

Creative Futures Council

Leftovers Exhibition: Now Online

Did you miss the incredible Leftovers exhibition by the Creative Futures Council in January? Hear and see our talented students talk about their art on the Gadsden Arts YouTube Channel.

The Creative Futures Council is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, Art for Children & Youth Donors and Sponsors Bell & Bates Home Center and Sunnyside Farm Management, and a grant awarded by the Community Foundation of North Florida.

Celebrating Art and Community

Fantastic February

Thank you to the 287 patrons who celebrated opening events for the Impressionism by American Women exhibition. Special thanks to our reception volunteers (listed below), and our exhibition sponsors.

Celebrating Art and Community

Black History Celebration at Gadsden Arts

The Black History Month reception at Gadsden Arts was a special evening, celebrating Black Women Artists from the Gadsden Arts Collection, and recognizing thoughtful students who wrote and shared their inspiring historic essays. A huge thank you to the Gadsden County Tourist Development Council for your partnership on this important annual event!

Annual Giving

Our Community is our Strength

As a community art museum, Gadsden Arts is guided and supported by dedicated people – volunteers, museum members, and donors. Consider making your contribution to support Gadsden Arts’ vitally important programs for children and youth, and exciting Major Exhibitions, enriching life for everyone through art.

GACM Magazine

Gadsden Arts Magazine 2025

The 2025 edition of The Gadsden Arts Magazine has arrived, celebrating the organization’s remarkable journey and its unwavering commitment to inspire and transform lives through the power of art.

Call to Artists

37th Art in Gadsden

Applications Open – April 1, 2025

Submit your work and be part of this annual tradition that started more than three decades ago!

Youth & Family

Summer Art Fun – Coming Soon!

Get ready for a summer of creativity and fun at Gadsden Arts! Registration opens April 1st, and scholarships are available.