Gadsden Arts Center & Museum

SEPTEMBER 2026 E-Newsletter

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:38:00 GMT

Make September a time to remember @ Gadsden Arts Fantastic exhibitions, fascinating programs, and family fun! E-NEWS • SEPTEMBER 2026 Headliners Major Exhibition America’s Everglades through the Lens of Clyde Butcher Public Opening • Friday, September 25, 2026, 5pm–7:30pm Admission is Free thanks in part to Florida Humanities and The Mosaic Company […]

AUGUST 2026 E-Newsletter

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 19:11:00 GMT

Celebrate our creative community this August! Meet award-winning artists, explore creative spaces, and discover what’s ahead at Gadsden Arts. E-NEWS • AUGUST 2026 Headliners Major Exhibitions Congratulations to this year’s Art in Gadsden winners! See great regional art on view until September 5, 2026 A crowd of 375 art lovers gathered […]

JULY 2026 E-Newsletter

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:01:00 GMT

38th Art in Gadsden, Free Family Saturdays, and more in July! Celebrate art and community at the Art in Gadsden Public Opening! E-NEWS • JULY 2026 Headliners Major Exhibitions 38th Annual Art in Gadsden Juried Exhibition Public Opening & Awards Ceremony Friday, July 24, 2026, from 5pm–7:30pm Experience the vast creativity […]

JUNE 2026 E-Newsletter

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:03:00 GMT

June brings 2 events, great exhibits, fun for families Meet Julie Torres, Dine with Tiffany Baker, and explore with kids… E-NEWS • JUNE 2026 Headliners Major Exhibitions Celebrating Generations The Public Opening of Generations: A Solo Exhibit by Julie Torres was shared by more than 200 patrons, a wonderful reminder of […]

MAY 2026 E-Newsletter

Sat, 02 May 2026 13:39:00 GMT

New experiences await at Gadsden Arts! Something for everyone & all ages in May! E-NEWS • MAY 2026 Headliners Major ExhibitionsPublic Opening – Generations: A Solo Exhibit by Julie Torres Friday, May 15, 2026, from 5pm–7:30 pm, Members Free / Nonmembers $5 A Tallahassee native whose work now hangs in the […]

Call for Artists: 38th Art in Gadsden Juried Exhibition

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:19:00 GMT

Join the 38th Art in Gadsden Exhibition! Applications due May 15th CALL FOR ARTISTS: 38TH ART IN GADSDEN JURIED EXHIBITION APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! Gadsden Arts invites current members who live within 200 miles of Quincy, Florida, or are former Gadsden County residents to apply for the 38th Annual Art in Gadsden Juried […]

APRIL 2026 E-Newsletter

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:59:00 GMT

Dean Mitchell, FSU Student Show, Art in Gadsden, and more! Exciting programs and events for all ages in April and May! E-NEWS • APRIL 2026 Headliners 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 […]

Day of Music and Watercolor

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:02:00 GMT

Live music, amazing watercolor, and free admission this Saturday! Enjoy a day of music and art in Historic Downtown Quincy DAY OF MUSIC AND WATERCOLOR Saturday, March 21, 2026 | FREE ADMISSION Start your Saturday at Gadsden Arts with FREE ADMISSION for all (10 AM–5 PM)! Experience the Southern Watercolor Society 49th Annual […]

MARCH 2026 E-Newsletter

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:46:00 GMT

March into Gadsden Arts! Springtime in Quincy brings art, music, and family fun… E-NEWS • MARCH 2026 GACM Magazine Gadsden Arts Magazine 2026 The 2026 edition of The Gadsden Arts Magazine has arrived! This publication celebrates Gadsden Arts’ continued growth, and enduring commitment to inspire and transform lives through the power of […]

FEBRUARY 2026 E-Newsletter

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:14:00 GMT

Major Exhibition brings watercolor from across the US Join us for an opening February 20 – and thank you all for a memorable 2 Weeks with the Arts E-NEWS • FEBRUARY 2026 Headliners Major Exhibitions 49th Southern Watercolor Society Annual Juried ExhibitionFebruary 20 – April 25, 2026 Explore watercolor and water […]

JANUARY 2026 E-Newsletter

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 13:32:00 GMT

An exciting January at Gadsden Arts We have a great year ahead, thanks to you! E-NEWS • JANUARY 2026 An exciting year ahead –thanks to you! As we head into 2026, I look forward to another great year with gratitude. You make everything we do possible. Thank you. We begin the year with […]

DECEMBER 2025 E-Newsletter

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:32:00 GMT

Happy Holidays from Gadsden Arts Explore holiday shopping and family fun! E-NEWS • DECEMBER 2025 Headliners Warm Holiday Wishes from Gadsden Arts This season, we’re feeling grateful for you, our wonderful volunteers, generous donors, loyal members, and all who bring life to our art community. Your support has made this year […]

NOVEMEBER 2025 E-Newsletter

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:05:00 GMT

Thankful for you! November at Gadsden Arts Family Fun, Trips, Exhibitions, and More! E-NEWS • NOVEMBER 2025 Headliners 2 Weeks with the Arts Member Reservations now open! 2 Weeks with the Arts is Gadsden Arts Center & Museum’s beloved celebration of creative living and a vital fundraiser supporting our community programs. […]

OCTOBER 2025 E-Newsletter

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 16:36:00 GMT

Visit Gadsden Arts and dine downtown! Luncheon, guided tours, family fun, and shopping… E-NEWS • OCTOBER 2025 Headliners Dine & Discover The American South Dine & Discover Luncheon Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 12–1:30PM Enjoy a delicious lunch while learning about the photographers featured in The American South: Photographs by Jimmy […]

SEPTEMBER 2025 E-Newsletter

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:58:00 GMT

September at Gadsden Arts – The American South opens Sept. 26th! Opening events, guided tours, Free Family Saturdays, and more… E-NEWS • SEPTEMBER 2025 Headliners Opening this month! The American South: Photographs by Gordon Parks, Jimmy Nicholson, and Guggenheim Fellows On loan from the Do Good Fund, Columbus, Georgia Curated by […]

AUGUST 2025 E-Newsletter

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:19:00 GMT

Congratulations award-winning artists! More events this month 😁 Explore artists’ studios and talk with award-winning artists in August! E-NEWS • AUGUST 2025 Headliners From left to right: Ashley Williams, Gadsden Arts Curator; Grace Robinson, Gadsden Arts Director; Harris Wiltsher, Awards Juror; Echo Gates, Artist; Mark Georgiades, Artist; Brenda Francis, Artist; Alexander […]

JULY 2025 E-Newsletter

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 13:39:00 GMT

Family Saturdays, Camp, and the 37th Art in Gadsden! So much to do and explore at Gadsden Arts! E-NEWS • JULY 2025 Headliners 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 […]

JUNE 2025 E-Newsletter

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 17:39:00 GMT

Join us in June for American Grit! June 7 is a free day of art, history, and hands-on fun! E-NEWS • JUNE 2025 Headliners Bring Art to Life–Be a part of Gadsden Arts Gadsden Arts delivers powerful experiences found nowhere else in our region. Through inspiring Major Exhibitions and free, year-round […]

MAY 2025 E-Newsletter

Sat, 03 May 2025 14:02:00 GMT

Join us in May at Gadsden Arts Happy Hour, new exhibitions, family Saturdays and more! E-NEWS • MAY 2025 Headliners Annual Meeting Members’ Happy Hour & Annual Meeting Thursday, May 15, 5PM–6:30PM Join us for an evening of appreciation, connection, and celebration. Enjoy a happy hour with fellow members followed by […]

Gadsden Arts Members’ Happy Hour & Annual Meeting

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:27:00 GMT

You’re Invited! Gadsden Arts Members’ Happy Hour & Annual Meeting Gadsden Arts Members’ Happy Hour & Annual Meeting Thursday, May 15, 2025 | 5:00PM – 6:30PM Join us to celebrate you and a year in the life at Gadsden Arts Members’ Happy Hour | 5:00PM Enjoy refreshments and connect with fellow members Annual […]

APRIL 2025 E-Newsletter

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 13:48:00 GMT

Spring into Art with Gadsden Arts April Happenings, Exhibitions, and Events E-NEWS • APRIL 2025 Headliners Community Event Happy Hour at Gadsden Arts Thursday, April 17, 2025, from 4PM – 6PM Join Gadsden Arts for an early happy hour featuring art, fashion, and wine. Enjoy free admission after 4PM to explore […]

MARCH 2025 E-Newsletter

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:34:00 GMT

Celebrate spring! Impressionism, painting and basketry workshops, and family fun! Explore six exhibitions, family fun every Saturday, and Porchfest! E-NEWS • MARCH 2025 Headliners 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 19th and […]

Painting the Outdoors: Bold Strokes and Fresh Air Inspire Creativity

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 19:49:00 GMT

Painting the Outdoors: Bold Strokes and Fresh Air Inspire Creativity

Gadsden Arts Creative Futures Council recently hosted a memorable En Plein Air workshop at the Garden Center, guided by local artists and art professor Nan Liu. The weather was perfect—clear skies with gentle gusts of wind—setting the ideal atmosphere for the youth to immerse themselves in their art.

Inspired by our Impressionism by American Women exhibition, which is on display until May 10, the participants had the unique opportunity to work with oil paint—something not typically accessible due to its cost. This workshop not only introduced new materials but also allowed them to expand their creative horizons in a relaxed, outdoor setting.

Throughout the day, there were plenty of laughs, moments of determination, and a shared sense of community. Nan Liu’s talent and encouragement were truly inspiring, empowering the youth to trust their own artistic abilities. As someone who was once a student of Nan myself, I’m thrilled to see him inspiring this next generation of young artists, just as he inspired me. It was a wonderful moment that demonstrated the power of creativity and the strength of our local community.

— Kaiyla Thompson, Museum Educator

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

Impressionism by American Women – Opening Reception

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:14:00 GMT

Impressionism Opening Reception this Friday, February 21 at 5pm Impressionism by American Women, Natalia Andreeva, Black Women Artists from the Collection, and more! Impressionism by American Women Opening Reception |February 21, 2025 @ 5 PM Join Gadsden Arts to celebrate the opening of Impressionism by American Women from the Huntsville Museum of Art Collection. Be […]

FEBRUARY 2025 E-Newsletter

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Explore Impressionism and more this February! Experience American Impressionism, bring the kids on Saturday, explore upcoming events E-NEWS • FEBRUARY 2025 Headliner Major Exhibitions Impressionism by American Women From the Huntsville Museum of Art Collection February 21, 2025 – May 10, 2025 Discover a remarkable selection of paintings, drawings, and sculptures […]

Art Auctions & Fun at Chattahoochee Elementary

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 21:52:00 GMT

Art Auctions & Fun at Chattahoochee Elementary

What a day it was at Chattahoochee Elementary in honor of the Gadsden Arts COLLECT Select Exhibition and Sale this past January! Museum Educator, Kaiyla Thompson brought the excitement of bidding to the students, giving them the chance to participate with their hard-earned fake money. The bidding was focused on the Creative Futures Council’s Leftovers exhibition, which was on display from January 11 to February 1. The bids varied wildly, ranging from an impressive $1,000,000,000 to just 55 cents! The kids couldn’t stop talking about their favorite pieces, with comments like, “It’s the best out of all of them,” “I like “I want her to be my sister,” and “It’s so cool.” It was a fun, interactive way for the young students to engage with art and develop their appreciation for creativity. We love how the youth have inspired the children, sparking their imaginations and encouraging them to see art in a new light!

Art for Children & Youth programs are made possible by our Art for Children Donors and sponsors Bell & Bates Home Center and Sunnyside Farm Management Inc. Generous support is provided by Art Bridges and a grant awarded by the Community Foundation of North Florida. Free Family Saturdays are presented by Centennial Bank, in partnership with the
National Hookup of Black Women – Gadsden.

2 Weeks with the Arts 2025 – Photo Gallery

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:27:00 GMT

Thank you for making 2 Weeks with the Arts a success!

Share your favorite event photos by sending them to Brittney.Rollins@gadsdenarts.org

Celebrate Creative Living with Friends in January!

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:30:00 GMT

Come celebrate creative living @ 2 Weeks with the Arts 2025! Make reservations by January 14 and check out free admission events! Celebrate Creative Living with Friends in January! A fundraiser for Gadsden Arts programs in our community Afternoon with the Arts Luncheon Fashion Show Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 12pm Featuring Fashion in Context […]

JANUARY 2025 E-Newsletter

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 14:36:00 GMT

Exciting art experiences coming in 2025! Thanks to you, we look forward to sharing another great year at Gadsden Arts! E-NEWS • JANUARY 2025 Above: Agnes Millen Richmond, A Young Friend, 1922, oil on canvas, Huntsville Museum of Art – Sellars Collection, part of the exhibition, Impressionism by American Women, organized by the Huntsville Museum […]

DECEMBER 2024 E-Newsletter

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 15:13:00 GMT

Happy Holidays! December at Gadsden Arts Holiday events for everyone & 2 Weeks with the Arts member reservations open E-NEWS • DECEMBER 2024 Holiday Announcements Happy Holidays from Gadsden Arts! Thank you to each and every one of you – our amazing volunteers, generous donors, dedicated members, and passionate art lovers. Your support has […]

NOVEMBER 2024 E-Newsletter

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 15:25:00 GMT

Thankful for you and so much to do in November! International fiber art, family programs, trips, and more! E-NEWS • NOVEMBER 2024 Headliners Celebrating Regional Art Thankful for you! November is a month of thanks, and we are thankful for our volunteers, members, and donors. Thanks to you, thousands of people are […]

OCTOBER 2024 E-Newsletter

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:51:00 GMT

October at Gadsden Arts International fiber art, family programs, trips, and more! E-NEWS • OCTOBER 2024 Hurricane Helene Dear Friends, While we were very fortunate in regard to Hurricane Helene, friends and neighbors here and across the Southeast have suffered substantial losses. For anyone who has been adversely impacted by the storm, mention […]

SEPTEMBER 2024 E-Newsletter

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 19:53:00 GMT

@ Gadsden Arts – International Quilting, a tribute to Jasmine, and Art Café Enjoy all new exhibitions, coffees, evening gatherings, and family Saturdays in September E-NEWS • SEPTEMBER 2024 Headliners Major Exhibition Aviary: International Quilting and Fiber Art Organized by Studio Art Quilt Associates September 20 – December 14, 2024 Explore the […]

AUGUST 2024 E-Newsletter

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 20:27:00 GMT

So much to do at Gadsden Arts in August and September! More events coming up! E-NEWS • AUGUST 2024 Headliners Discover Art Series Art Café: Thornton Dial & Jack Whitten Thursday, September 5, 2024, 10am – 11:30am The morning begins with The White Rabbit Market featuring one of their custom coffees, crème […]

Teen Art Council’s Creative Expedition

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:20:00 GMT

Exploring artistic horizons with Chris Rivera and Sam McCoy!

On February 24, 2024 the Teen Art Council embarked on creative exploration in Tallahassee, starting their day with artists Sam McCoy and Chris Rivera. Teens immersed themselves in the vibrant world of “plein air” or outdoor painting, capturing scenes on FSU’s campus. The teens visited additional professional art sites that day, in collaboration within talented arts professionals. This program is supported by Art for Children donors and sponsored in part by Art Bridges and the National Endowment for the Arts.

-Kaiyla Thompson, Museum Educator

Inspiring Creativity with Jacob Lawrence’s Legacy at Chattahoochee Elementary

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:20:00 GMT

We are excited to share our continuous Art in Schools partnership with Chattahoochee Elementary. Here, students drew inspiration from our current exhibition, Jacob Lawrence Three Series of Prints , reflecting on his portrayal of his day-to-day life in Harlem and the retelling of historic events through a dynamic cubism style.

These works were inspired by Lawrence’s symbolism, especially the tool box in his Genesis Series. What makes this activity even more exciting is that the students didn’t just explore artistic tools; they also reflected on the tools they use in school to enhance their education. Don’t miss the chance to view more remarkable artworks created by our talented young artists by visiting the ArtZone on Saturdays from 10am – 4:30pm.

Celebrating 30 Years at Gadsden Arts!

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:20:00 GMT

Celebrating 30 years at Gadsden Arts!

Help us celebrate 30 years of Gadsden Arts! Share your favorite Gadsden Arts memories and we’ll include them in our “30 Years of Gadsden Arts” blog. Your stories will also be the program at our special 30th Birthday Dinner on Thursday, June 27 (more details to come).

Share your favorite memories by commenting below or via e-mail to grace@gadsdenarts.org !