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Palm Beach is emerging as a major art destination, bolstered by Miami's growing art scene. The article highlights key cultural attractions including the Norton Museum of Art, which underwent a Norman Foster-designed expansion in 2019 and features Dutch Golden Age masterworks from the Leiden Collection, as well as a growing contemporary collection. Other notable sites include the Flagler Museum (Whitehall), a Gilded Age mansion showcasing historic interiors and a private railcar, and the Bunker Artspace, a private museum founded by collector Beth Rudin DeWoody in a converted toy factory, displaying over 600 works from her collection.

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Miami is expanding its free water taxi service and shuttle routes for Art Week 2024, which coincides with Art Basel Miami Beach. The city will increase the number of water taxis from four to seven, operating between Maurice Gibb Memorial Park and the Venetian Marina, with service running from December 1 to December 7. Shuttles will connect the convention center to the Design District, mid-beach, and South Beach, where fairs like SCOPE, Untitled Art, SATELLITE, and Aqua Art Miami are held. The Transit mobile app will track all services in real time.

Creativity takes the stage at fifth annual ‘Art and Autism’ exposition

Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) partnered with the City of Boynton Beach to host the fifth annual 'Art and Autism' exposition. Held at the Boynton Beach Arts & Cultural Center in honor of Autism Awareness Month, the event featured approximately 50 artists—a significant increase from the three or four participants at its inception in 2021. The showcase included a diverse array of media, from graphic illustrations and children's books by artists like Kiora Slate to live musical performances by Patrick Fahely, providing a public platform for neurodivergent creators to sell their work and share their personal stories.

After 550 years, a fabric found in a Norwich bishop’s tomb is recreated

Fragments of silk from a ceremonial robe buried with Norwich Bishop Walter Lyhert in 1472 have been recreated after 550 years. The tiny pieces were discovered in 1899 during building works at Norwich Cathedral and have been on long-term loan to Norwich Castle. A project led by assistant curator Agata Gomolka used high-resolution photography, chemical fiber analysis, and dye testing by scientists at the British Museum and KIK-IRPA in Brussels to reconstruct the red and purple fabric. The recreated silk is now on display at Norwich Castle, and Norwich Cathedral plans to make ceremonial copes from it for use in services.

Gallery Times

Carlton Gallery in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, is hosting its 43rd Winter Group and Small Works Exhibition, featuring artwork in all media by standing gallery artists. The exhibition includes paintings, sculptures, wood, glass, clay, and wearable fiber by local and regional artisans, with notable works by George Cadell, Joe Mareka, Nancy Brittelle, Valerie Schnaufer, Mary Means, Bob Meier, Eric Reichard, and others. The gallery invites visitors for holiday cheer, and the show highlights winter landscapes, abstract compositions, and handcrafted jewelry. Separately, Blowing Rock Frameworks & Gallery promotes its collection of local art and framing services, emphasizing works by Elliott Daingerfield, North Carolina's most prolific artist.

High-quality youth artwork shines at Sovereign Young Artist Competition exhibition

The Sovereign Art Foundation and Gibraltar Cultural Services announced the winners of the 2026 Sovereign Young Artist Competition at an awards ceremony on April 16. The exhibition showcases finalists in two age categories, with winners including Aimee Linares (SAF Judges’ Prize), Amelie Romero (SAF Public Vote Prize), Sebastian Andlaw (Alwani Foundation Award), Shelli Abudarham (Ministry of Culture Award), and Tyrone Vera (AquaGib Second Prize). The top student winner received £800, with £2,000 awarded to their school's art department.

Community Exhibition Explores Death, Grief and Rituals at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery has launched a community-led exhibition exploring the universal themes of death, grief, and mourning rituals. Part of the annual "A Matter of Life and Death Festival 2026," the showcase combines historical artworks from the museum’s permanent collection with contemporary perspectives, including the role of artificial intelligence in grief management. The program features interactive workshops led by artists Bianca Beneduzi and Jemma Mellor, as well as a comedy night designed to spark open dialogue about mortality.

New contemporary art gallery coming to Oxford Street, focus on local creatives

A new contemporary art gallery called Oxford Street Gallery is opening in Mount Hawthorn, Perth, in February. Founded by arts professional Abbey Telfer and her mother Lynette, the gallery's mission is to provide a permanent exhibition platform for emerging and mid-career Western Australian artists, who often lack such dedicated spaces. Its debut exhibition, 'DEBUT,' will feature works from 20 local artists.

Exhibit celebrates Roary through historic art

An art exhibit at Florida International University's Graham Center piano lounge features 22 paintings that insert FIU's mascot Roary and campus landmarks into iconic works of art, such as Vermeer's "Girl with a Pearl Earring" and van Gogh's "Starry Night." Created by alumni and staff members Wendy X. Ordóñez and Oscar D. Hernandez using the Procreate software, the exhibit aims to blend campus pride with historic art while promoting student health and wellness services. The show, now in its second year, attracted 560 attendees at its opening and includes free merchandise featuring the designs.

Yellow Dog Art Bar and Gallery hosts artists, events in Denton

John Bramblitt, a Dallas native and Denton-based artist who lost his eyesight about 20 years ago while studying at the University of North Texas, opened Yellow Dog Art Bar and Gallery in mid-2023. The venue combines a bar with a gallery space, exhibiting and selling work from local artists, hosting open mic nights for live music and poetry, painting workshops, bad movie screenings, trivia, and karaoke. Bramblitt, who continued painting after losing his sight from complications with epilepsy and Lyme disease, also travels for speaking engagements, teaches painting to the visually impaired, and consults museums on accessibility. The gallery's name is partly inspired by the Blue Dog gallery in New Orleans and by Bramblitt's service dog, a yellow Labrador named Zuke.

Paul Kroner celebrates five years of his community art hub with solo exhibition

Cincinnati-based artist and activist Paul Kroner is celebrating the fifth anniversary of his space, Studio Kroner, with his first solo exhibition titled "What Have I Done?" opening April 17. Since its founding, the 1,200-square-foot venue has evolved from a private studio into a vibrant community hub, hosting national artists, theatrical performances, and social justice-oriented exhibitions. The upcoming show will feature a diverse range of Kroner’s own work, including paintings, illustrations, and a new series of bronze sculptures called "Liminals" created through a hybrid process of wax casting and digital scanning.

New fine-art gallery to open in former Main Street Cafe building

West Winds Gallery of Fine Art is set to open in the former Main Street Cafe building in downtown Grand Junction, Colorado. Owners Cynthia Duff and Greg Tapp purchased the historic property and spent a year performing an extensive remodel to transform the space into a modern art destination. The gallery will officially launch with two grand-opening events in early March, featuring a curated selection of paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and jewelry from Western Colorado’s most prominent artists.

Seventh Circle celebrates new space by championing local artists in open-call exhibition

Seventh Circle, an independent art space in Birmingham's Digbeth district, has inaugurated its new, expanded location with an open-call exhibition titled "Renaissance." Featuring works by 40 local artists across various media—including sculpture, ceramics, and fine art—the show explores themes of rebirth and renewal. To support the local creative economy, the gallery introduced a dual-award system: a Director’s Choice Award granting a solo exhibition and a People’s Choice Award providing bespoke framing services.

Husband-and-wife artist team behind new Collingwood gallery

Ryan Sobkovich, who has been painting since age nine and sold his first work at 11, has opened Nōma Gallery in Collingwood, Ontario, with his wife and fellow artist Colleen. The gallery, which launched on September 20 on Huron Street, currently represents 11 Canadian artists and plans to expand while exclusively showing Canadian talent. Sobkovich insists on framing every artwork displayed and offers a trial program allowing clients to take pieces home before purchasing.

Husband-and-wife artist team behind new Collingwood gallery

Ryan Sobkovich, who began painting at age nine and sold his first work at 11, has opened Nōma Gallery in Collingwood, Ontario, with his wife and fellow artist Colleen. The gallery, which launched on September 20 on Huron Street, represents 11 Canadian artists and plans to expand while exclusively showcasing Canadian talent. Sobkovich insists on framing every artwork displayed and offers client services like a trial program for home viewing and digital wall superimposition.

Healing Through Art: The Highlands Launches Community Gallery

The Highlands, a senior living community in Decorah, has opened a new on-site art gallery. Its inaugural exhibition features acrylic paintings by tri-state area artist Corey Cleven, with all artwork available for purchase. A portion of each sale will be donated to The Highlands Foundation to support resident programs and services.

No Lost Generation Hosts Beautiful, Poignant Exhibition of Afghan Refugee Artists’ Work

Georgetown University’s student organization No Lost Generation (NLG) partnered with the Afghan artist collective ArtLords to host a five-day exhibition at the Intercultural Center galleria. Curated by Omaid Sharifi, the showcase featured works by three Afghan refugee artists—Abdul Hakim Maqsoodi, Mohammad Younus Qani, and Fatima Wojohat—centered around the theme of "nawroz" (new day). The collection spanned traditional Afghan miniatures, scenes of displacement, and portraits exploring the resilience of female refugees.

Local Notes: Art Exhibition, Chess Club, Digital Skills

Service users from Rehab Care Castlerea and Roscommon are presenting a special art exhibition at the Roscommon Library. Running from February 18th to February 28th, the showcase features a variety of creative works produced by individuals within the care program.

Sligo’s Dream Horizons – A Celebration of Local Creativity exhibition open in Sligo

An art exhibition titled "Sligo's Dream Horizons – A Celebration of Local Creativity" has opened at the ATU Library in Sligo, featuring works by artists supported by HSE Disability Services' Ballytivnan Training Centre. The exhibition, which runs from November 25 to December 12, 2025, showcases the artists' unique perspectives on Sligo's scenic beauty and cultural landmarks, guided by art tutor Jenny Cooper. The project was developed in collaboration with Johanna Archbold and the ATU Library team.

Bolton artists invited to show their work at Bolton Museum

Bolton Museum is inviting local artists to submit their work for the Open Art Exhibition, with submissions due on January 29, 2026, at Bolton Library. Three prizes are on offer: the Young Artist award (ages 16–25, sponsored by Bolton at Home), the Visitors’ Choice award (sponsored by Bromley Art Supplies), and the Winners Prize (sponsored by the Library and Museum service). The judging panel includes Amy Brunn, Professor Kirsty Fairclough, David Gledhill, and the Manchester Young People’s Panel. All mediums except installations and live performances are accepted, and entrants must be aged 16 or over and live, work, or study in Bolton.

Marae to host Pātaka Ora auction

Dunedin’s Araiteuru Marae will host the inaugural Pātaka Ora Summer Art Exhibition & Auction on November 24, 2025, from 5pm to 9pm at the Shetland Street marae. The event features works from rangatahi (youth) to tohunga toi (experienced artists), including paintings, ceramics, and photography, alongside music, conversation, and food. Organized by the volunteer Pātaka Ora committee, the auction aims to raise funds for the marae’s community wellbeing kitchen, which has provided 18 meal services so far this year.

Bolton artists invited to submit work for 2026 Open Art Exhibition

Bolton Museum and Library Services is calling for entries for its 2026 Open Art Exhibition, running from February 14 to May 17, 2026. The show is open to artists and craftspeople aged 16 and over who live, work, or study in the Bolton borough, with submissions accepted in media including painting, drawing, print, textiles, ceramics, sculpture, photography, and digital art. A new Young Artist Award for ages 16–23, sponsored by Bolton at Home, offers a £250 prize, alongside the overall Winner’s Prize and the Visitors’ Choice Award sponsored by Bromleys Art Supplies. The judging panel includes Amy Brunn, Professor Kirsty Fairclough, and artist David Gledhill, with a Young People’s Panel also involved. Entry fees are £5 per work, and artists may sell their pieces with a 30% commission charged by the museum.

Celebration of arts and community as free exhibition prepares for return

The Fairwinds Fine Art Exhibition is returning to Cowes Yacht Haven on the Isle of Wight from May 1 to 4, featuring works by 13 local artists. Entry is free, and all proceeds will support the Andrew Cassell Foundation, the Ring Daisy Bus, and Mountbatten Isle of Wight. The exhibition was inspired by the late John Garlick, a sailor and art enthusiast, and is continued by his family and artist Peter Allen.

Art for humanity: Habitat refreshes its fine art gallery

Habitat for Humanity of Bermuda has launched a dedicated fine art gallery within its ReStore location on King Street to support local housing projects. Curated by artists Diana Amos and Sheilagh Head, the space features works by thirteen local creators, including traditional landscapes, digital flora, and multimedia panels. A portion of every sale—33 percent—is directly funneled into the charity’s mission of renovating and retrofitting homes for the elderly and disabled across the island.

New downtown art gallery opens door to community members

West Winds Gallery has officially opened in downtown Grand Junction, Colorado, transforming a former 1950s-themed diner into a multi-disciplinary art space. Owned by Cynthia Duff, the gallery underwent a year-long renovation to accommodate a diverse collection of works from over 50 local artists, spanning mediums such as metalsmithing, woodworking, ceramics, and fine art. The venue also integrates a wine tasting bar and custom framing services to create a multifaceted community hub.

With Gallery Opening, Local Artist Creates Masterpieces from Places Right Under Our Noses

Local artist Fred Jackson, whose work focuses on the alleyways and one-way roads of West Chester, Pennsylvania, is opening a solo exhibition at the Church Street Gallery on January 9, 2026. Jackson, who grew up on Franklin Street and began painting only about ten years ago, creates his works en plein air and in his studio, drawing inspiration from the borough's often-overlooked backstreets and architecture. The exhibition will feature dozens of oil paintings and run until February 28.

One year in, this art centre for veterans can't keep up with demand for supports

The Veterans Wellness Centre and Art Gallery in Port Stanley, Ontario, is celebrating its first anniversary while facing a surge in demand that exceeds its current financial capacity. Founded by veteran James Agesen, the center provides a dedicated space for veterans and first responders to engage in art therapy, exhibit their work, and access peer support services to assist in their transition to civilian life.

‘Night at the Museums’ to feature exhibits April 23, including Old Coaly

Penn State University is hosting its spring “Night at the Museums” on April 23, offering public access to a diverse array of campus collections from 4 to 8 p.m. Organized by the Penn State Museum Consortium, the event features a dedicated trolley service to transport visitors between sites including the Palmer Museum of Art, the HUB-Robeson Galleries, and the Frost Entomological Museum. A highlight of this year's program is the unveiling of a newly updated display for "Old Coaly," a historic mule significant to the university's 19th-century construction.

The Shift launches its annual art exhibition

The Shift, a Maltese investigative journalism platform, has launched its eighth annual art exhibition featuring works donated by over 20 Maltese artists, both established and emerging. The artworks are displayed at Mixa’s Gallery in St Paul’s Bay and online, with prices set by the artists themselves. Proceeds are split 30% to the artists and 70% to fund The Shift’s investigative journalism and press freedom advocacy.

Apply for an exhibition in 2027 in Tampere [City of Tampere]

Apply for an exhibition in 2027 in Tampere [City of Tampere]

The Public Cultural Services of the City of Tampere has opened a call for exhibition proposals for its Culture House Laikku and Haihara Art Centre venues for the year 2027. Applications are being accepted from February 4 to March 23, 2026, with specific spaces targeting professional contemporary artists, visual culture groups, associations, and community-focused projects.