Current Exhibitions | Appleton Museum of Art / College of Central Florida

What If Eye: Fifty Years of Exploration with Ummarid "Tony" Eitharong

February 22 - August 3, 2025

As a young man visiting the Kennedy Space Center with a friend, Ummarid “Tony” Eitharong remarked of an impressive wall mural, “I bet I could draw that.” Winning that bet was the genesis of a long and successful career in art. (more…)

Wild Wetlands: Expressions of Florida's Environment

May 22 - August 17, 2025

Florida’s wetlands are among the most expressive and diverse ecosystems in the state. They comprise 20% of all remaining wetlands in the United States and cover nearly a third of Florida’s landmass. (more…)

From the Ground Up: A Survey of Ceramics from the Permanent Collection

January 28 - August 24, 2025

On view in the first-floor Preview Gallery, this survey of ceramics from the permanent collection features over 30 works spanning from Ancient Egypt to contemporary. The exhibition explores a diverse range of pieces, from functional vessels to sculptural and experimental forms. (more…)

Romantically Involved: Expressions of Love from the Permanent Collection

May 3 - September 30, 2025

“Romantically Involved,” curated by museum intern Caitlin Ulangkaya, draws from the Appleton Museum of Art’s permanent collection of American and European artwork to offer a timeline of passion that spans from the 19th century through today. (more…)

The Human Pulse: Photographs by John Elliott

June 21, 2025 - January 18, 2026

“The Human Pulse: Photographs by John Elliott” features 42 black-and-white prints from the Ocala-based photographer’s ongoing series, “The Human Pulse.” (more…)

Ancient Pathways: A Legacy of Trade

February 16, 2024 - December 31, 2025

The Silk Road wasn’t just one road but a vast network of land and sea trade routes that started around the 2nd century BCE. It connected the far reaches of China with the Mediterranean Sea, stretching over 4,000 miles through challenging terrains like harsh deserts, towering mountains and fertile plains. (more…)

Artistic Legacy: The Story of Arthur I. Appleton

July 5, 2021 - December 31, 2025

Ever wondered where the Appleton Museum of Art got its name, or how the museum found a home in Ocala? Stroll through the history of the Appleton Family and the museum to learn all about Marion County's cultural gem. (more…)