About

For more than a century, Art Center Sarasota has been a leading destination for visual arts, art education, exhibitions, and creative experiences in Sarasota, Florida. As a welcoming community arts center, we bring together artists, students, families, collectors, and art enthusiasts through exhibitions, classes, workshops, and programs for all ages.

Located in Sarasota, Art Center Sarasota offers many ways to experience and participate in the arts. Our programming includes juried art exhibitions, community exhibitions, adult art classes, youth and family programs, workshops, special events, and opportunities for artists to connect with the community.

Our exhibitions are at the heart of the Art Center experience. Throughout the year, we present juried exhibitions featuring artists working across a variety of styles and mediums, providing opportunities for artists to showcase their work and for visitors to discover new and established creative voices. Our community exhibitions celebrate the diverse talent and creativity found throughout Sarasota and the surrounding region, creating opportunities for local artists and organizations to share their work with the public. Art Center Sarasota is also a destination for art education. Our adult education programs offer classes and workshops for a range of interests and experience levels, from those discovering a new creative outlet to artists looking to expand their skills and artistic practice. Youth and family programs encourage children and families to explore art through hands-on creative experiences that inspire imagination, curiosity, and self-expression. Membership provides an opportunity to become an active part of Sarasota's visual arts community while supporting the Art Center's exhibitions, educational programs, artists, and community initiatives. Members can connect with fellow art enthusiasts, participate in events and programs, and stay engaged with the vibrant arts scene in Sarasota.

Whether you're looking for art classes in Sarasota, want to visit a local art exhibition, discover talented artists, participate in a juried exhibition, find creative activities for your family, or simply experience the visual arts, Art Center Sarasota offers a place to learn, create, connect, and be inspired.