Oolite Arts

Oolite Arts is a contemporary art centre at 924 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, with exhibitions, artist studios, classes and public programs. Stop in to see work by Miami artists, including emerging artists, or browse the art and craft books in its library. The organisation also runs workshops in areas such as painting, printmaking and photography, and supports local artists through studio residencies and opportunities to develop new work. Admission to view exhibitions is free, making it an easy cultural stop while exploring Lincoln Road.

Exhibitions and local artists

Oolite Arts was founded in 1984 by Ellie Schneiderman. Its gallery presents work by local and international artists in permanent and rotating exhibitions. Artists associated with its Lincoln Road location include Adler Guerrier, Yanira Collado and Edouard Duval-Carrie.

The centre’s public spaces bring exhibitions together with artists’ studios. Depending on what is on view, you may see artists at work as well as finished pieces. Exhibitions can include work developed through the organisation’s residency program; one past show brought together 17 Miami-based artists to explore ideas about time.

Classes, workshops and artist support

Oolite Arts runs classes, public programs and workshops, including one-day sessions in painting, printmaking and photography. Longer-term classes are another option for visitors who want more time to build their artistic skills. The organisation also supports new work through commissions, studio residencies and incubation opportunities for local artists.

Its library contains books on art and craft and is open to visitors during work hours. The name Oolite comes from the sedimentary rock that forms Miami’s bedrock.