Join the Leon County Public Library for an engaging presentation by Dr. Aron Myers from the John G. Riley House, as we explore the rich history and celebration of Florida's Emancipation Day! Discover more about this momentous event and broaden your understanding of our Leon County community's history.
Journey: Reflections shares strength from the past through traditional music and dance. Join the dancers for 90 minutes as they portray cultures from all over the world. Experiencing the ensemble’s furious footwork, pulsing rhythms, live music, and vibrant costumes will leave you with a special kind of wanderlust. Through a variety of dances—American clogging, Irish step dance, Indian folk fusion, Ukrainian hopak, and more—Journey: Reflections invites all to look back and reflect on the... More Info
Create a unique home decor item utilizing a variety of tools and techniques, our in-house collection of paints and non-toxic stains while guided by our crafty instructors. Your DIY experience starts at $79 with additional upgrades available. We invite you to bring your favorite food or drink to fuel your creativity.
Be sure to join us on Friday, May 17th, when locally renowned painter, Eluster Richardson, will be our special guest for the day. Eluster is recognized for his distinctive paintings capturing the ecology, history and culture of North Florida. Whether portraits or landscapes, he tells a story through is art. "I love to add a soul to my paintings," he says, "I love a living document, a living piece of art." In addition, he is gifted as a wonderful art teacher to students of all ages. We are... More Info
Venvi Art Gallery is delighted to announce the opening of Dance of Hues, an exclusive solo exhibition by abstract artist Brinda Pamulapati. This vibrant showcase features 28 original paintings, each a vivid exploration of color and motion. The exhibition will run from May 17th to June 16th, with an opening reception on May 17th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Dance of Hues explores the dynamic interactions between colors, embracing the spontaneity of the compositions that emerge when solely being... More Info
The LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library system's Eastside branch is pleased to host an exhibit of textile art by local artist Erika Zambello. Erika's mini-quilt collection draws on two textile traditions, knitting and quilting, to explore both historic and natural themes. The quilts are constructed from hand-knit squares, backed by cotton or felt, and include embroidered and appliquéd details. Artist biography: Erika combines fibercraft, memoir, and nature exploration to tell stories... More Info
Join the Historic Capitol Museum staff for a tour of the temporary exhibition Becoming Florida’s Capital. This free monthly tour is available by reservation only on a first-come, first-serve basis and will last approximately one hour. Participation is capped at 10 guests and tours will be offered on: April 4, May 17 About the exhibition: Two hundred years ago, on March 4, 1824, Governor William Duval announced Tallahassee as the site for Florida’s new capital city. Local lore attributes... More Info
In collaboration with the John G. Riley Center & Museum, LeMoyne Arts will host a special exhibit celebrating local and Southern folk artists and their contributions to the visual arts experience in our community. This exhibition is a tribute to the enduring legacy of folk art as a universal form of expression. It celebrates the ingenuity, authenticity, and shared humanity that binds artists from all walks of life with works by renowned artists, such as O.L Samuels, Thornton Dial, Sr., and Mary... More Info
The Florida State University High School Honors Jazz Ensemble is comprised of All-Star students from local high schools. Performing the music of Thelonious Monk, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, and more!
Author, Gail Azodo will be hosting an Author Signing and Meet & Greet event for her newly published book, “Black Girl IRL: Life Between the Mess and the Magic”. Join her for an afternoon of conversation, connection, and celebration of our shared experiences as Black women. Meet her, get your signed copy of “Black Girl IRL,” and let’s dive into the stories that bind us together. This is more than just a book signing; it’s a gathering of our community, a space to share, laugh, and... More Info
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