Arts & Design Society of Fort Walton Beach (ADSO)

The Arts and Design Society (ADSO) has been a creative hub on the Emerald Coast since 1956. With more than 200 members, it operates a free public gallery, offers art classes for all ages, and runs youth art camps. ADSO connects artists and the community through exhibitions, education, and outreach, including juried exhibitions, student showcases, and annual shows. The organization also produces the Emerald Coast Arts Festival, a two-day annual fine arts event featuring 60 to 100 artists from across the country.