Island Art Association

Island Art Association The Island Art Association, chartered in 1975, is a volunteer, non-profit organization to support Thus, the Island Art Association Inc. was created.

In the 1970s the Island Art Association (IAA) began with a small group of local artists with a vision in Fernandina Beach Florida. Their 1st gallery was established in 1979, in a 2nd floor location called “The Upstairs Gallery” on Centre Street. By the end of that year, they moved to a better location on Centre Street where they stayed for 22 years. In 1982, Marshall Brainard, the husband of one o

f the early members wrote the bylaws that were finalized and approved by the members. Through the years revisions have been made to the original bylaws but their mission statement has remained the same “The Association is organized exclusively for philanthropic and educational purposes. To develop and sustain an interest, appreciation, and enjoyment in and of the arts of Nassau County, Florida.”

In 2001 IAA purchased property at 18 N. 2nd Street, in the charming historic district of Fernandina Beach, FL. IAA members renovated an old restaurant to convert it into an artist owned and operated Art Gallery and meeting place. By 2010 IAA had saved enough money from gallery sales and Shrimp Festival revenues to build their Art Education Center. Projects Include:
• Artist’s owned and operated Co-op Art Gallery with 45 local exhibiting artists.
• Recruit, jury and supervise artists for the annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival Fine Arts & Crafts Show, since 1976
• Schedule classes and maintain our Art Education Center and studios.
• Provide free youth art classes and monthly free classes for the elderly at the Council of Aging.
• Award scholarships for High School Seniors pursuing College.
• Provide art supplies each year to area high school art teachers. The IAA Art Gallery features a wide variety of art works and media by local artists. View samples of their work on the Exhibiting and Supporting Membership pages. There is always something new to see in the Nouveau Art Hall where a themed and juried show is held bi-monthly. Membership is not required to enter these shows. One month each year the hall is dedicated to a Nassau County High Schools art show.

In addition to her florals and landscapes, exhibiting artist Susan Henderson has a collection of vibrant and imaginative...
09/03/2026

In addition to her florals and landscapes, exhibiting artist Susan Henderson has a collection of vibrant and imaginative industrial themed paintings on display in the gallery at Island Art. DEFINITELY worth seeing!

Art Social is back! All are welcome at this monthly event that features an artsy presentation, refreshments and the oppo...
09/03/2026

Art Social is back! All are welcome at this monthly event that features an artsy presentation, refreshments and the opportunity to socialize with creative-minded individuals. 18N. 2nd St. in Fernandina Beach.

Each month, Island Art features the work of one of its associate members. Photographer Gary Kornheiser is September's ar...
09/01/2026

Each month, Island Art features the work of one of its associate members. Photographer Gary Kornheiser is September's artist and his exhibit is on display in the main gallery at 18N. 2nd. St. in Fernandina Beach.

Don't you want to take this little guy home? Susan Colcord's acrylic paintings are colorful, happy and cover a wide rang...
08/31/2026

Don't you want to take this little guy home? Susan Colcord's acrylic paintings are colorful, happy and cover a wide range of topics from tulips to tabletops.

Betsy Harris is an artist and naturalist inspired by the native flora of Florida. Her plaster relief work captures the b...
08/29/2026

Betsy Harris is an artist and naturalist inspired by the native flora of Florida. Her plaster relief work captures the beauty, form and texture of the natural world. Island Art is fortunate to have Betsy as an exhibiting artist and to be able to share her work that is a reflection of her ability to capture the simple beauty of her surroundings.

We are grateful for your support and for voting us Best Art Gallery in the 2026 Best of the Best!
08/28/2026

We are grateful for your support and for voting us Best Art Gallery in the 2026 Best of the Best!

Creativity fused with beauty...Jane Salvaggio's mosaics. Visit Island Art to see her wall of lucious art.
08/27/2026

Creativity fused with beauty...Jane Salvaggio's mosaics. Visit Island Art to see her wall of lucious art.

Diane Withrow's paintings take the viewer to a specific place and time where one's imagination can envision life beyond ...
08/25/2026

Diane Withrow's paintings take the viewer to a specific place and time where one's imagination can envision life beyond the canvas.

The collection of the glasswork Denise Murphy currently has on display at Island Art is a combination of pure beauty and...
08/24/2026

The collection of the glasswork Denise Murphy currently has on display at Island Art is a combination of pure beauty and functional art.

Visit the Gallery at Island Art and take a peek into the fantasy world of graphite artist Laura Leibert.
08/23/2026

Visit the Gallery at Island Art and take a peek into the fantasy world of graphite artist Laura Leibert.

Address

18 N 2nd Street
Fernandina Beach, FL
32034

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+19042617020

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