To celebrate Historic Preservation Month, we hosted an "Open House" at the historic Stuart High School on Saturday, May 3. We had a glimpse into what the future will hold in the auditorium with performances by the Stuart Middle School Ensemble Band, directed by Emily Roberts, and the South Fork High School Choral Program, directed by Reva Rogers.
Throughout the afternoon visitors viewed the exhibit, "Engaging the Past, Enriching the Future," curated by Alicia Weber featuring artwork from Joy Postle (loaned by alumni Dale Hudson). Profiles of notable alumni included Curt Whiticar, James Hutchinson, Laura Kay Whiticar Darvill, and Gloria Fike, with the first three also having art work displayed. Stuart Middle School Art Teacher, Sheryl Odza, coordinated a showing of Stuart Middle School Art Students. Inspired by Joy Postle's art, there was a chance to try your hand at drawing a bird following instructions in her book.
Many thanks to Plein Air Artists Michaelann Bellerjeau & Chris Kling who painted the view from East Ocean Boulevard looking into the front doors.
A Vibrant Future Ahead
MartinArts is thrilled to look ahead to a vibrant future—one filled with inspiration, creativity, and the nurturing of the next generation of arts patrons! As we breathe new life into a treasured historic landmark, we're also doubling down on what matters most: arts education and creating accessible, affordable spaces where creativity can flourish.
This exciting vision can't become reality without the power of lead gifts—your support plays a vital role in bringing it all to life.
Ready to be part of something extraordinary? Connect with Nancy K. Turrell today at 772-287-6676 ext. 4 or via email at nancy.turrell@martinartsfoundation.org. Let’s shape the future of the arts, together!
