Southeast Museum of Photography

Things to do in the summer

The Southeast Museum of Photography (SMP) was opened in 1992. It is quite extraordinary in that it is one of only 13 facilities in the entire US dedicated exclusively to photography. SMP has an outstanding scope, reach, and depth of collection and activities in the field of photography and is the largest museum of photography in the southeastern US. Therefore, it is one of those true gems of our Greater Daytona Beach Area. 

 

SMP has hosted significant exhibitions of world-class photojournalism, fashion, and advertising images, and contemporary photographic art with thematic exhibitions by most major photographic artists. Since 1992, the Museum has presented nearly 300 exhibitions, symposia, lectures, and other programs and published more than 40 monographs or catalogues. Amazing!

Annually, the museum holds about 20 exhibitions, most of which are launched with an opening reception and artist talk, which is free to attend.

In addition, SMP offers Spring and Fall Film Series – you can enjoy movies (for free) several times a week to a certain theme. There are also workshops, lectures, and seminars.

Though the next film series begins in August, you can still visit the museum (for free), enjoy the current exhibitions, peruse the gift shop (which has outstanding books and posters), and get out of the heat. A great way to spend part of your day! 

June and July hours are Tuesday-Sunday 12-4pm. The museum is on the campus of Daytona State College at 1200 W International Speedway Boulevard in Daytona Beach.

Address: 1200 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114

Check out their website for info on current events and sign up for their newsletter. SMP Website

 

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The Hub on Canal

Things to do in the Summer
 In the spirit of finding fun, (mostly free) indoor events to escape the Florida heat!

The Hub, as it is called for short, is a real treasure in our coastal community. It has created spaces for artist studios and offers many different art workshops and classes. Moreover, there are also fabulous events at the Hub. So while it is hot and humid, and outdoor activities may not quite as inviting, check out the Hub! It is easily accessed from all the Greater Daytona Beach Area cities.

The Hub officially opened on March 1, 2012.  Since then, they have welcomed 2,000 visitors who have stopped by to take tours, marvel at the transformation of the building from office space to studio space, linger to chat with the artists and buy art!

All 22 studio spaces are leased to 36 artists representing a multitude of mediums, from painters to ceramic artists, videographers to jewelers, fiber artists to sculptors, as well as a few non-visual artists - a writer, an architect, and a musician.  Wall space, also leased, contributes to the overall vibrancy of this cultural mecca.

 What Does the Hub Offer?

Monthly Exhibits: The Hub features monthly art exhibitions on the first Saturday of each month. Go for an opening reception! Next opening is “Odds And Ends” Artist Josh Rosen, June 6-30, 2015.  Opening reception June 6, 4-8pm.

Events: The Hub puts on all manner of events. This month visit for First Saturday on June 6, Canal Street 10:00 am-5:00 pm. Go for the fun and discover a world of arts from one end of Canal to the other. There will be live music under the palms at Christmas Park.

Classes: The Hub offers a variety of classes for all ages and skill levels.  Categories include Art, Children's Classes, Dance, Languages, Music, Writing, and Yoga. Prices for classes and workshops are very reasonable.

Check out the Hub on Canal yourself. You can support the Hub by becoming a member and also receive member benefits. The Hub is located at 132 Canal Street in New Smyrna Beach. It is open every day. Find out more here The Hub on Canal

 

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