Englewood Art Center, Ringling College

03/09/2026

“Ringling College has maintained a close relationship with the Hermitage over the years and thus was a natural and deserving successor of the space. The Englewood Art Center played a pivotal role in the local arts offerings, and it was a difficult decision for the College to close its doors. We are pleased the Hermitage can now step in and continue enriching the community with programming for the foreseeable future.”

~Dr. Larry R. Thompson, Ringling College of Art and Design President

Ringling College Transfers Ownership of Englewood Art Center to the Hermitage, read more: https://hermitageartistretreat.org/ringling-college-transfers-ownership-of-englewood-art-center-to-the-hermitage-artist-retreat/

05/03/2025

04/25/2025

Please join us for EAC's final reception tomorrow, Saturday, April 26th, 2025.

Our Suncoast Remake Learning Days event will be going on from 12:30 pm-3:30 pm. You will be able to customize your very own Remy the Armadillo to take home. Paint, markers, and embellishments will be available for you to make your Remy masterpiece!

The Moore Museum will also be here with presentations about armadillos in Florida.

From 2-4 pm, check out the Opening Reception of the Youth Art Exhibition in the Loranger Gallery. Refreshments will be provided!

04/18/2025

Ringling College of Art and Design has announced that the Englewood Art Center (EAC) will permanently close on May 3, 2025. This is part of a strategic consolidation of community arts programming at the Ringling College Museum Campus in Sarasota. While honoring EAC's 50-year legacy, the College aims to expand community offerings by centralizing resources and programming, with existing memberships and teaching opportunities transitioning to the Museum Campus.

EAC will continue scheduled programming until May 3, 2025. On Wednesday, April 23, at 2 pm in the Loranger Gallery at EAC, Center Director Samantha Parkinson will host a Town Hall-style Q&A for the EAC constituency.

A formal press release will be forthcoming on Monday, April 21, 2025.

04/17/2025

Dr. Thompson announced today that the 2025-2026 academic year will be his last year as president, ending his tenure in May of 2026.

04/08/2025

The Suncoast Remake Learning Days event catalogs have arrived! Flip to page 62 to see our "Celebrate Remy" event on Saturday, April 26th, alongside a fantastic lineup of free, family-friendly events in the area going on April 19th through May3rd. Come on down to EAC to grab your free copy before they're gone!

RSVP here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/EAC_SRLD25 and let us know that you and your family are coming on Saturday, April 26th to "Celebrate Remy!"

04/04/2025

Ready for a fun night of creating with your besties? Join us for a one-of-a-kind, Mini-Chia Pet workshop! No art skills required – just bring your enthusiasm! We'll provide all the materials (and tasty snacks!) for you to create your very own leafy friend. Thursday, April 17th, 6:30-8:30 PM. Non-members $50, Members $35. Click here to register: https://rcad.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=6288&int_category_id=4&int_sub_category_id=53&int_catalog_id=2

04/02/2025

EAC would love for you to stop by and see the amazing work by EAC instructor, Johan Bjurman, that adorns "Aristurtle." And if you share a selfie with our new aquatic ambassador on your socials, be sure to tag EAC, we would love to see them!

In the heart of Englewood, Florida, there exists a hidden realm where art and nature are intertwined, a sanctuary known as the Englewood Art Center. Here, amidst the vibrant hues of paintings and the gentle rhythm of creativity, resides a remarkable sea turtle, a symbol of the center's unique spirit.

This extraordinary turtle, known affectionately as "Aristurtle," or Aris for short, bares a map of the world upon her shell, a testament to the center's global embrace of artistic expression. Each stroke of the map is a testament to the diverse cultures and artistic traditions that enrich the center's vibrant tapestry.

Upon her shell, Aris also carries a painting palette and brushes, a reminder of the center's dedication to nurturing artistic talent. The palette's vibrant colors reflect the boundless creativity that flows through the center's walls, inspiring artists of all ages and backgrounds.

And finally, sketched upon her shell is the iconic Vitruvian Man, a symbol of the center's commitment to the harmonious balance between art and science, between creativity and knowledge. The Vitruvian Man's outstretched limbs represent the center's embrace of exploration and discovery, its willingness to push the boundaries of artistic expression.

Aris, the sea turtle, is more than just a symbol; she is a guardian, a protector of the center's artistic soul. Her presence is a gentle reminder of the center's connection to the natural world, its reverence for the beauty and wonder that surrounded it.
Aris is a beacon of inspiration and a reminder that art is a universal language, a bridge that connected us all.

#18 - Johan Bjurman, Artist

Part of the Old Englewood Village Presents "Feathers and Flippers" on Dearborn Street: https://oldenglewoodvillage.com/feathers-%26-flippers

04/02/2025

EAC would like to give a huge shout out to Decker Plumbing & Drains and Bone Boutique for making last Saturday’s Midday Mayhem a smashing success! And, here’s a few words from the MM Crew…

Together, we danced our hearts out, raised money for the arts, and proved that a Saturday afternoon can be just as wild as any late-night rave. The beats from DJ Peaches, the mocktail magic from Roxy, and the good vibes watched over by Big “C” and the crew – none of it would’ve sparkled without YOU, the real stars of this performance piece. And the best part? We wrapped it all up by 3 PM, leaving the rest of the day to bask in the glow of what we created together.

A massive thank you goes to our incredible sponsors who made this possible: Decker Plumbing & Drains, serving SW Florida, and Bone Boutique. Your support turned our vision into reality, and we’re so appreciative of your belief in this wild, wonderful idea. Mocktails, sunglasses, and snacks flowed freely adding that extra layer of fun to the mayhem.

To everyone who stepped through Jack’s velvet rope with $20 cash and an open heart – you’re the reason this worked. You danced and you connected. We’re still pinching ourselves over how an art gallery became a nightclub in broad daylight, and we can’t wait to do it all again.

From the bottom of our hearts – thank you. You made Midday Mayhem more than a party; you made it a memory.

With gratitude and good vibes,
The Midday Mayhem Crew