ArtServe — Attraction in Fort Lauderdale

ArtServe is local art gallery and co-op artists studios that supports talent from all walks of life. During their “VETERAN’s Exhibition: a Family Perspective” we had the honor to meet a retired lieutenant colonel who, during WWII, had been a Redtail also known as a Tuskegee Airman. His name is Thaddeus Hamilton. We chatted with John Bowen, an Air Force illustrator for eight years in the 1960s, documented airlift operations in Vietnam. His memoir “Eleven Months and Nineteen Days.” contains the everyday life during that journey. My favorite artist in the exhibit, taught himself at a very young age. His love and respect for our Veterans grew from his relationship with uncles who served. For over three decades Todd Dawes has been commissioned to create the artwork for the annual National Salute to America’s Heroes (aka Air and Sea Show). Art is about connection and no community would be complete without a hub like ArtServe. The team behind the scenes, exhibit the meaning of their name by how they SERVE...

This is a great art gallery for both local and national creative people to express their artistry. The place was formally a library, but now has several rooms that you can make use of as both a member and non member. Staff here is very helpful and can answer all of your questions.

If you are looking to have events, ArtServe has several multipurpose rooms throughout for filming, dance, opera, comedy, fashion shows and much more with pricing you can't beat for members. The annex room is good for any kind of event while the auditorium is the most sought after with its speaker system and stage. While ArtServe is minutes from downtown Fort Lauderdale, it's a bit of a drive from Miami. However, parking is more than adequate for most size events and hours are flexible for events you...

I love this place!! It houses a wonderful gallery of local artists with a variety of interesting exhibits, a beautiful dance studio with classes, a small, quaint branch of the public library, and an intimate auditorium with a nice stage for their monthly open mic nights and various other performances and events. It's located on the grounds of a large city park. I initially came to check out the Open Mic Night which was really fun. In the process, I discovered a modern dance class offered there. I returned another day to take the class which was just what I was looking for! Then I spent the afternoon enjoying the park. Can't wait to return for the Avant Garde exhibit. ArtServe is a community art oasis in...