Gallery at Avalon Island

This is one of my favorite buildings in Orlando, so I was thrilled when it reopened a couple of years ago. There are a diverse range of events here — from art shows to literary readings — so there’s always something happening. Go for an opening or a Third Thursday event!

Orlando has benefited from having an intimate art community with a long history among Downtown; and the Gallery at Avalon Island has been at the heart of it all, keeping the fire burning in this tenured relationship.
Avalon’s status is in part due to the leadership of Gallery director Pat Greene, who’s experience is only matched by his intelligence.

I went on a Third Thursday Art Stroll. I absolutely love the Victorian style exterior. Inside looked more like a gallery with a delicate touch of the buildings history exposed on the walls. The exhibit was diverse, but cohesive as well.

We were referred to this location by the CityArts Factory. Patrick Greene is the director & curator of the spot. & I have to say he is a wealth of great information. For art & culture & just the overall experience of the non-​Disney cultural Orlando experience. Pop in Thurs-​Sat

Since its reopening this gallery is a must visit!

The third Thursday of every month they have an opening with great art, great atmosphere, and great people. If you are in the area I would defiantly recommend checking it out!

Came here for third Thursday art event and I think they need to dial a bit more into the «Be All that You Can Be» mode that I advocate.
— 1 Star — Art. It was mediocre to be polite. What in the world happens here — do people pay to show their art? Truly horrible stuff, the vast majority.
— 1 Star — The loo. One ladies room. One men’s room. Though I didn’t check out the fellas room, I have to say that the ladies left a lot to desire. Like, for example, toilet paper?! Oh, ok, so it’s third Thursday and so it seems like maybe running out of paper might happen. But then why not put extra rolls in the room? So that ladies won’t use the paper towels. Which then clog up the loo. You can imagine where things went from there.
— 1 Star — Bar choices. Mediocre selection of wine and beer.
+ 1 Star — Bar prices. Donation! Good for those on a budget.
+ 1 Star — Arts. The arts need to be supported and it’s great that this space does this, no matter their little failings.

I’ve had the pleasure of visiting this gallery during one of the third Thursday art events.
Very clean, classy space with compelling art. I will need to stop by again for more exhibits.