About us:

In the 1970s the Island Art Association (IAA) began with a small group of local artists with a vision in Fernandina Beach Florida.

Their 1stgallery was established in 1979, in a 2nd floor location called "The Upstairs Gallery" on Centre Street. By the end of that year, they moved to a better location on Centre Street where they stayed for 22 years. In 1982, Marshall Brainard, the husband of one of the early members wrote the bylaws that were finalized and approved by the members.

Thus, the Island Art Association Inc. was created. Through the years revisions have been made to the original bylaws but their mission statement has remained the same "The Association is organized exclusively for philanthropic and educational purposes.

To develop and sustain an interest, appreciation, and enjoyment in and of the arts of Nassau County, Florida."