Discover Art Around Every Corner in Downtown NSB

Step into New Smyrna Beach’s vibrant Downtown Arts District, a walkable hub centered around the iconic Canal Street filled with galleries, murals, artisan studios, and one-of-a-kind creative experiences. Known for its colorful public art and lively energy, this district draws art lovers from across the country, and for good reason. New Smyrna Beach has earned a spot in the book The 100 Best Small Art Towns in America by John Villani, recognized for its thriving creative community and laid-back coastal charm. Whether you're browsing handcrafted goods, joining a hands-on workshop, or simply soaking it all in, inspiration is waiting around every corner.

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Artists’ Workshop Gallery

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The history of the Artists’ Workshop gallery goes all the way back to 1957! In February of 1957, fifteen creative souls..

115 Canal Street, NSB FL 32168

Arts on Douglas

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Arts on Douglas was established in 1996 by artist and Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA) founder, Doris Leeper and,..

123 Douglas Street, NSB FL 32168

Bob Ross Art Workshop

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The Bob Ross Art Workshop & Gallery was opened by Bob Ross in New Smyrna Beach, Florida and has remained open in its..

757 E. Third Avenue, NSB FL 32169

Florida Galleria

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The Story of Highwaymen Gallery, as told by the owner:

The first time I saw a Florida Highwayman painting was in 1992..

427 Canal St, NSB FL 32168

Jane’s Art Center

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Jane’s Art Center, the creative idea of founder and local resident Terry Jane England, is named after her mother, Jane..

199 Downing St NSB FL 32168

The Hub on Canal

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In the spring of 2010, a small group of friends and artists in New Smyrna Beach envisioned a stronger, more sustainable..

132 Canal Street, NSB FL 32168

The Little Theatre

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The Little Theatre of New Smyrna Beach was formed in 1947 by the Small Group of Citizens to Promote the Arts...

726 East 3rd Avenue, NSB FL 32169

Wirth Gallery

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Born In Carmel, CA David quickly grew to love the ocean and it’s creatures. Having an exceptional talent for art at an..

304 Canal Street, NSB FL 32168

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Artists’ Workshop Gallery

The history of the Artists’ Workshop gallery goes all the way back to 1957! In February of 1957, fifteen creative souls responded to a notice in the local paper inviting anyone interested in forming an art group to come together for lunch at a local Italian restaurant. Before the meal was over, the idea of establishing a local art league had grown from just a hope to a full-fledged commitment to really make it happen. Together they formed New Smyrna’s first chartered art group in March 1958.

The enterprising little group approached the City Fathers and urged them to find available space. An upstairs room at 126 Canal Street, above the Parks and Recreation Department, was offered and readily accepted. The space was voluntarily renovated by the group in exchange for its use, and the Artists’ Workshop had its first home.

Three months after forming, the group had grown to 51 members who decided to put on their first show and public exhibit. The Bank of New Smyrna permitted their walls to become the gallery to hang 43 oils and sketches. The public was invited and 300 guests showed up! The first-ever art show in New Smyrna Beach had been received with great enthusiasm, and the Annual Membership Exhibition has continued to this day.

By 1978, with over 200 members and growing, the group had outgrown the Parks & Recreation room and again approached the City Council to request the large room above the Chamber of Commerce at 115 Canal Street. In 1980, the Gallery downstairs adjacent to the offices of the Chamber, was opened and exists in the same space today.

Today, you can visit the gallery on Canal Street and view pieces from their more than 200+ membership base. Paintings and sculptures are the most common pieces you’ll see. You don’t want to miss out on this local treasure!

Hours: 11 am – 3 pm Tuesday-Saturday.