We went here for the Matisse exhibit which goes till April. The place is small, has a cute gift shop but it's very noisy. Some ladies were taking over the lobby while we arrived, they were loud, it was chaotic, felt like stepping into somebody's private party. The actual exhibit is small, art on display is from last years of Matisse when he was having health issues. Not that impressive. Nice activity if you want to spend about an hour or less here. I didn't like the guided tour because they took over a decent part of the exhibit, we had to come back to check it out later. I enjoyed the artwork in the lobby, modern, contemporary and bold. Otherwise, very noisy place, hard to concentrate on art and enjoy it! Check their site for hours and current exhibits! $15 admission, a tad steep since it's a small place! read more

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The Naples Art Association was founded in 1954 by E. George Rogers, Elsie Upham, and Grace Lake along with 34 other artists. The formed in order to create art, exhibit it, and teach art to others in the community. A public school art program was established that same year. In 1957, the Naples Art Association organized the first "Art in the Park." Still running today, it's thought to be Naples' oldest outdoor art show. In the 1970s, the Naples Art Association restored the Naples Depot with money they raised. They built studio spaces and held their first art exhibition in 1978. The next year they offered adult art classes and they continued providing educational programs at the Naples Depot until 1998. In 1980, their first annual spring art show was held in Cambier Park. As its known now, the Naples National Art Festival has become our largest fund raiser and is consistently rated among the top 10 art festivals in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine.1980's In 1992, Naples Art began meeting with the Naples City Council for a lease agreement to provide 8,000 square feet of public land in Cambier Park to build a community art center. In 1995, city leaders signed an agreement and raised $3.5 million through private donations, including one from Suzanne and William von Liebig for whom the art center is named.1990's On November 22, 1998, Naples Art officially opened The von Liebig Art Center. Our 16,000 square foot, two-story facility features six studios, a main exhibition hall, rounds galleries, one of the area's largest art resource libraries, and a gift shop. Today their "mission is to enlighten, engage, educate, and enrich the community and to build on Naples Art's history and position of leadership as a hub of visual arts in Southwest Florida." Their vision is that "art can change lives and improve entire communities. Through our unique and engaging programs, classes, exhibitions, and events, Naples Art enhances communitywide appreciation for and understanding of the visual arts and supports artists of all ages and aspirations." read more

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Located in Downtown Naples we had a wonderful Art experience with amazing exhibits and wonderful classes!

A gem in the middle of Downtown Naples, this organization brings a world class art experience. Inspiration both to artists through their art class offerings and the exhibits. A great way to lose yourself and enjoy art in a way that can immerse your sense of wonder. read more

We attended Naples National Art Festival 2019. No admission! Just a voluntary contribution. There were some unusual displays here - art we have not seen in other locations and a very easy walk to Fifth Avenue for a good selection of restaurants. I have to admit that the absolute best part of this day was a mockingbird who flew from tree to tree giving us an amazing concert. I could have just sat and listened forever. read more

I attended the National Art Show today. The exhibitors and the art was great. However, the Association will not let you in unless you make a $5 'contribution' to them first. I have no problem funding an art organization or paying an entry fee, but don't manipulate me with the 'contribution' line. The Association literally would not let people in without the contribution. I'd appreciate an honest and direct approach. The woman we dealt with was very rude and i started the fair with a bad attitude. Luckily the art overcame my crabbiness, but i may not come.back next year. read more

I am a little biased because I worked here in college, but honestly it is a great art center. They have a variety of exhibitions that are open to the public daily, volunteer programs, gallery openings, speaker series, art classes for both children and adults, and my all time favorite, the annual juried Art in the Park. They are really focused on bringing in quality exhibitions and speakers from around the country and keeping the community engaged in thier activities. read more