CF Appleton Museum of Art to celebrate 10th anniversary of Magnolia Art Xchange

The Appleton Museum of Art, College of Central Florida, proudly announces its participation in celebrating Magnolia Art Xchange’s 10-year milestone with the exhibition “To the MAX: Magnolia Art Xchange’s 10-Year Anniversary.”

On view Feb. 15-May 18 in the second-floor Preview Gallery, the show includes MAX’s 2025 Resident Artists: Rod Acosta, Kendra Brazzel, Joan Elizabeth, Sarah Lajealle, Z Reyes and Tyrek Studivant.

Located in Ocala’s historic Union Station, MAX celebrates its 10th year as a vibrant hub for artists, educators and art enthusiasts. Through its Resident Artists program, MAX provides emerging and mid-career artists with the tools and opportunities to thrive both creatively and professionally. Resident Artists enjoy dedicated studio spaces with 24/7 access, the chance to showcase their work in exhibitions, engage in public educational programming and receive mentorship and support from MAX’s board of directors and advisory board. This signature program, in collaboration with the City of Ocala and partnership with FAFO (Fine Arts for Ocala), embodies MAX’s commitment to fostering artistic growth and community engagement.

“Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the Magnolia Art Xchange is incredibly meaningful because it marks a decade of fostering creativity, building community and empowering artists,” said Darian Mosley, MAX board member and secretary. “This incubator has not only had a profound impact on our local art scene but has also sparked a momentum that promises even greater achievements in the years to come.”

“To the MAX: Magnolia Art Xchange’s 10-Year Anniversary” is sponsored by Fine Arts for Ocala (FAFO).

Resident Art Talk
Saturday, March 1, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Join MAX’s six Resident Artists in the Appleton auditorium on the March 1 Free First Saturday for a featured talk focusing on their work and inspiration as artists. Participating artists include: Rod Acosta, Kendra Brazzel, Joan Elizabeth, Sarah Lajealle, Z Reyes and Tyrek Studivant. This talk is free as part of Free First Saturday; no reservation needed to attend.

Regular admission fees apply to visit. Admission is free on the first Saturday of each month as part of the Free First Saturday program. Free First Saturdays are supported in part by CAMPUS USA Credit Union, Marion Cultural Alliance and the National Endowment for the Arts.

The Appleton Museum, Artspace and store are open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. A campus of the College of Central Florida, the Appleton Museum of Art is located at 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, east of downtown on SR 40 (exit 352 east off I-75 or exit 268 west off I-95). Parking is free. For more information, call 352-291-4455 or visit AppletonMuseum.org.