The community of Northwest Florida has been the driving force behind the Pensacola Museum of Art since our founding in 1954. Local arts advocates transformed the old city jail into a community arts center, creating an accessible, welcoming space for residents to engage with dynamic exhibitions and develop their artistic practice. Our founders introduced The Members Show during the new art center’s first year as a way to honor and celebrate the relationship between local artists and the institution. 66 years later, artists remain a vital part of our museum community. The range of artwork in this year’s exhibition reflects the diversity of our supporters and the immense creativity in the region.