---
title: Arts & Design Society of Fort Walton Beach (ADSO)
description: >-
  A creative hub connecting artists and the community through exhibitions,
  classes, and events since 1956.
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/arts-design-society-of-fort-walton-beach'
type: organization
createdAt: '2026-09-07'
updatedAt: '2026-10-06'
organizationType: Professional association
location: 'Fort Walton Beach, FL, United States'
website: 'https://artsdesignsociety.org/'
yearFounded: 1956
---

# Arts & Design Society of Fort Walton Beach (ADSO)

*Professional association • Fort Walton Beach, FL, United States*

## About

A creative hub connecting artists and the community through exhibitions, classes, and events since 1956.

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.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1956
- **Address:** 17 First St. SE, Fort Walton Beach, Florida, 32548, US
- **Website:** https://artsdesignsociety.org/
- **Social Media:** facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587086870336, instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adso2958/

## Programs

View current programs from Arts & Design Society of Fort Walton Beach (ADSO) on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/arts-design-society-of-fort-walton-beach