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Maitland Art Center

The Maitland Art Center, situated on the West Packwood Avenue in Maitland, Florida, was established in 1937 by the renowned artist and architect Jules Andre Smith. Formerly named as the Research Studio, this historic site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 17, 1982. At present, this art center features some of the area’s most excellent works of art. It showcases a number of permanent collections as well as impressive traveling art collections all the year round. The visitors are also given a unique opportunity to observe the resident ‘Artists-in-Action’ craft their works in on-site studios.

The Maitland Art Center also plays host to a number of art classes for adults and children of all ages and abilities; the Children’s Art Festival; summer camps; and community programs. The art classes for kids and teens features everything ranging from drawing and cartooning to pottery and clay sculpture. Jewelry making is also included a special feature in some classes. Summer art classes for kids, on the other hand, feature mixed media, painting, drawing and cartooning, clay sculpture, pottery, reverse painting on glass, and mosaic art.

The Maitland Art Center is also well known for its architecture. The site has beautiful lush gardens and magnificent courtyards, featuring the Mayan and Aztec designs. Owing to the ornamentation of the center building and its natural setting, the Maitland Art Center is a preferred venue for outdoor weddings. The site features three main areas for weddings-the Chapel, the Main Garden, and the Mayan Courtyard. This art center offers a great experience and is a “must-see” for all the art aficionados.

• Address: 231 West Packwood Avenue, Maitland, FL 32751
  
• Telephone: (407) 539-2181
• Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 AM - 4:30 PM; Sat - Sun, 12 - 4:30 PM; closed major holidays
  
• Website: http://www.maitlandartcenter.org

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