Supporting Artists. Inspiring Creativity.

Located a block off Duval on Eaton Street, The Studios of Key West is the island’s creative heart, with a packed schedule of art exhibits, concerts, live theater, immersive art, acting and writing classes and more. Wander three floors of free galleries, peruse the bookstore, and take in the panoramic views from our rooftop, then dig deeper to learn more about our world-class artist residencies and family programs.

Community Stories

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It Started with a Simple Idea

Peyton Evans

Founder Peyton Evans imagined a place where artists could connect, create, and inspire one another. Twenty years later, that vision continues to grow.

Brooklyn and Cali McChesney

Growing Up with the Arts: Camp Bravo

Brooklyn and Cali McChesney

For Brooklyn and Cali McChesney, Camp Bravo has become more than a summer tradition—it’s made The Studios feel like home.

The Thread That Connects Us

William Rhodes

William Rhodes creates art that weaves together memory, history, and community, one story at a time.

Cover of The Chain: Connection in the Florida Keys, featuring an aqua abstract pattern of tropical and geometric forms on a white background.

The Chain: Connection in the Florida Keys Multi-Author Talk

November 12, 2026 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Join Books & Books for a multi-author event as contributors to "The Chain: Connection in the Florida Keys" read excerpts of their work from the collection.

Classes & Workshops

Abstract watercolor painting featuring bold diagonal bands of yellow, red, orange, blue and green with softly blended edges.

Color Theory for Watercolor with Maria Gonzalez

November 13, 2026 Friday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Explore color temperature, harmony and contrast while strengthening your understanding of watercolor color theory.

Classes & Workshops

Handmade copper and silver tin ornaments featuring turtles, fish, suns, birds, and tropical designs by artist Pam Hobbs.

Making Embossed Tin Ornaments with Pam Hobbs

November 14, 2026 Saturday 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Follow the steps with local artist Pam Hobbs and learn to design, cut shape and emboss ornaments from tin sheets.

Classes & Workshops

Students select and string colorful beads while creating handmade malas during a jewelry-making class at The Studios of Key West.

Mantras & Mala Making with Karen Moore

November 15, 2026 Sunday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Design and string your own gemstone mala while learning its history, meaning, and meditative use.

Young musicians from the Southernmost Youth Orchestra play violins and cello on Hugh’s View as their conductor leads the ensemble.

Southernmost Youth Orchestra

November 15, 2026 Sunday 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

From classical favorites to contemporary selections, this concert showcases the rising stars of our southernmost community.

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