Welcome to the Longboat Key Center for the Arts!

Established in 1952, the Longboat Key Center for the Arts has a rich history supporting and encouraging visual arts in the Sarasota/Longboat Key community. Our 3-acre, 4-building campus offers a variety of activities including:

Photo: Mary Ann Carrillo
- Art classes for all ages and skill levels, beginner to advanced
- Exhibitions in our three unique galleries
- Concerts, lectures, and other special events

Whether you are a visitor to Longboat Key or a long time resident, we welcome you and encourage you to explore the many activities and events we offer.  From painting to pottery to sculpture and jewelry-making, we're sure you'll find something to nourish or encourage the inner artist in you.
Please call us or browse the links to the left for more information. We hope to see you soon!

Longboat Key Center for the Arts

6860 Longboat Drive South
Longboat Key, Florida 34228
Phone: (941) 383-2345
Fax: (941) 383-7915
E-mail us