Information About
The Strawbridge Art League

The Strawbridge Art League, Inc. was founded over ten years ago by a small dedicated group of artists intent on bringing to the Space Coast a limited version of the "Torpedo Factory" in Alexandria, Virginia. This means a facility in which artists can practice their chosen field as a profession; either exhibiting finished works for sale or creating their art or both. Just as doctors, lawyers, dentists, etc., have buildings in which they cooperatively practice their profession, so too artists seek to have the same kind of facility. The "Doc Strawbridge" building, which is part of the Henegar Center complex and has yet to be completed, is the natural location on the third floor for such a facility. It is the intent of the Strawbridge Art League to help assist Henegar in realizing this ambition.

The third floor facility would provide a central air-conditioned and heated area for studios and galleries accessable via elevator. This would be a great improvement over other facilities currently available.

As the organization grew to over 200 members, various other ambitions and goals entered into the programming of this organization. Regular exhibits within the walls of Henegar Center for the Arts have always been a part of the Strawbridge Art League offerings to its membership. However other exhibit opportunities have become a regular part of the programming for this organization, as have the monthly meetings that often feature demonstrations. The organization continues to evolve as membership grows and individuals bring what talents they have to bear.