COCA / Tallahassee Arts

06/23/2026

COCA Recent Exhibition Highlights!

We’ve been celebrating the incredible artists, stories, and community connections happening across our exhibition spaces the past couple of months!

At the Tallahassee International Airport, COCA recently celebrated the opening reception for “Struck by Fancy” by Thomas Mitas - an exhibition filled with vibrant color, imagination, and the artist’s signature playful energy. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate Thomas and experience his work in this unique public space!

You can still experience “Struck by Fancy” in the Artport Gallery at the Tallahassee International Airport through July 6, 2026.

Over at City Hall Gallery, we celebrated the opening reception for “Florida Gems” by Ara Tolar, featuring stunning works that highlight the beauty, character, and stories found throughout Florida. We loved welcoming the community in to view this exhibition and connect with Ara’s work!

Visit “Florida Gems” at City Hall Gallery through August 3, 2026.

Both exhibitions are free and open to the public. We invite you to stop by, explore, and experience the arts in your community.

06/22/2026

Read this article to learn more about local favorites The Boom Chick Ramblers, and come see them play live in Lewis Park on Thursday as part of our concert series - Levitt AMP Tallahassee: Music Under the Oaks! 🌳

The Boom Chick Ramblers will take to the outdoor stage of Lewis Park as part of the Levitt AMP Tallahassee: Music Under the Oaks concert June 25. See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided The Boom Chick Ramblers.

06/22/2026

Calling all artists! Join COCA for our Art in Public Places Workshop Series this July: a three-part virtual series designed to help artists strengthen their applications, professional materials, and online presence.

Whether you’re preparing a COCA Art in Public Places application, submitting for exhibitions, or building your artistic career, these workshops will provide practical tools, tips, and guidance to help you put your best work forward.

All workshops will take place via Zoom from 5-6 PM:

Part 1: Art in Public Places Application Overview
📅 July 14
Learn how to navigate the Art in Public Places application step-by-step, with guidance on frequently asked questions including image submissions, artwork pricing, sizing and installation requirements, and more.

Part 2: Artist Professional Development
📅 July 21
Explore key tools for exhibition readiness, including:
✨ How to document your artwork for applications
✨ How to write an exhibition proposal
✨ How to write an effective artist statement

Part 3: Social Media & Online Artist Presence
📅 July 28
Learn strategies for building a professional digital presence, including social media best practices, artist branding, websites, portfolios, online networking, and tools to help showcase your work to new audiences.

These workshops coincide with our open call for 2027 exhibition proposals and are a great opportunity to get prepared, ask questions, and strengthen your submission materials.

Register today by going to our website at tallahasseearts.org under the Public Art tab > "Exhibit with COCA" subtab or visit the link in our bio!

06/19/2026

State Advocacy Update | 6.19.2026

This Monday, join the Florida Cultural Alliance for a statewide advocacy call to discuss the property tax bill and the 26-27 budget.

View the full newsletter by clicking the link in the comments.

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth! 🎉 Today we celebrate freedom, resilience, and Black history. There are several ways to come together this weekend, including the Juneteenth Empowerment Festival tomorrow from 2 - 6 pm at Cascades Park.

View this event and more by visiting the link in the comments!

06/19/2026

Post-Workshop Q&A with COCA | Friday @ 1 PM

This Friday at 1 PM, June 19, COCA will hold a Post-Workshop Q&A for you to find out more, ask questions, and share your perspective. All are welcome.

Visit the link in the comments for more details.

06/16/2026

Watch the Budget Workshop live with the Leon County Commission for Agenda Item #2, the Board's consideration of structural models to administer Leon County's arts and cultural programming, supported by the Tourist Development Tax (TDT), during the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget cycle and beyond.

While public comments are not part of today's workshops, emails can be sent to commissioners during the meeting in support of Agenda Item #2, Option 3, which would keep Grants Programming & Funding with COCA

You can find your commissioners' emails and their aides' information below:

Christian Caban - Chairman
County Commissioner / District 2
[email protected] | 850-606-5362
Aide: Allie Richards, 850-606-5372
[email protected]

David T. O’Keefe - Vice Chairman
County Commissioner / District 5
[email protected] | 850-606-5365
Aide: Gary Zirin, 850-606-5375
[email protected]

Bill Proctor
County Commissioner / District 1
[email protected] | 850-606-5361
Aide: M. Rayshell Holmes, 850-606-5371
[email protected]

Rick Minor
County Commissioner / District 3
[email protected] | 850-606-5363
Aide: Jodi Wilkof, 850-606-5373
[email protected]

Brian Welch
County Commissioner / District 4
[email protected] | 850-606-5364
Aide: Kyle Frost, 850-606-5374
[email protected]

Carolyn D. Cummings, Esq.
County Commissioner / At-Large
[email protected] | 850-606-5369
Aide: Chauncy E. Haynes, 850-606-5379
[email protected]

Nick Maddox
County Commissioner / At-Large
[email protected]| 850-606-5367
Aide: Jevelle Robinson, 850-606-5377
[email protected]

06/16/2026

Free live music returns to Lewis Park! 🎶🌳

Join us Thursday, June 25th, from 7PM to 9PM for another Levitt AMP Tallahassee: Music Under the Oaks concert featuring the Boom Chick Ramblers. Known for their lively blend of jazz, blues, Americana, and roots music, they’re sure to bring plenty of energy to a summer evening downtown.

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy live music beneath the historic oaks, plus local art vendors, food trucks, and beverages available for purchase from Charlie Park.

📍 Lewis Park, Downtown Tallahassee�🗓 Thursday, June 25th�⏰ 7PM – 9PM�🎟 Free & open to the public

Gather your friends, family, and neighbors and join us for a great night of music in the heart of downtown.