Categories
ART SCHOOL & GALLERIES
Hours:
Office & Galleries*
M&F 9-5
T-Th 9-7
Sat 9-4
*30 minutes earlier
Classes: See website
Driving Directions:
Located in northern section of Historic Flamingo Park, just one block south of the Convention Center.
About Us
Formed in 1986, the Armory Art Center occupies the Old West Palm Beach Armory building, built in 1939 by President Roosevelt’s Works Progress Administration.
ADULT EDUCATION
• Studio classes, open studio, and private instruction
• Weekend, specialty, and visiting Master Artist workshops
• Lectures and artist salons
• BraveHeARTS art therapy for veterans with PTSD
• Artist-in-Residence program for emerging artists
YOUTH EDUCATION
• Year-round youth classes
• Summer Art Camp, including intensive art training for teens and teen volunteer program
• Needs-based scholarships
COMMUNITY EDUCATION & OUTREACH
• Annually 8+ exhibits are curated for the Armory’s 3 art galleries. Free, including meet-the-artist receptions, lectures, etc.
• The Armory’s annual 2-day Creative Market art festival features 80+ artists booths, demonstrations, a juried art exhibition, art studio tours, family art activities, and live performances. Free.
Events
Annual Student + Faculty Exhibition and Sale
- Discover the Armory’s Student + Faculty Exhibition & Sale. Explore diverse artworks, support local artists, and enjoy a free reception, Jan 15.
- Monday Jan 12, 2026 - Thursday Mar 5, 2026
Artistry 2026: Art Throwdown
- Artistry 2026: Watch artists compete live in a 90-minute art battle with music, sips, bites, and a vibrant auction. Support the Armory and join the fun!
- Friday Feb 6, 2026
