Arts & Culture

South Walton’s unique neighborhoods are home to an amazing collection of talented artists, performers and musicians. The art scene in South Walton is as diverse as the destination itself, showcasing everything from art galleries, digital projection festivals to live music and on-stage theatrical performances.

So whether you’re looking to spend the evening soaking up some live tunes from a local musician or want to explore incredible works of art from one of our distinguished artists, the heartbeat of South Walton’s arts and culture scene is always within reach.

The Zoo Gallery

From the beginning in 1979, The Zoo Gallery's vision has been to promote American artists, provide products of exceptional quality and to excel in providing outstanding customer service. The Zoo Gallery carries handcrafted pottery, unique jewelry, limited edition prints, handmade furniture, recycled metal, artisan glass, award-winning t-shirts, wearable art, cards...

Gilbert Glassworks

Founded in 2017, Gilbert Glassworks is the premiere glass art studio along the Emerald Coast. Veteran glass artist, Russ Gilbert, founded the studio in hopes of bringing more attention to the unique medium. Education through creation is the goal of the studio, bringing a wide variety of glass classes for...

Saczynski Gallery

Andy Saczynski’s artistic style includes characteristics of cubism, folk art, and outsider art. He primarily works with house paint, wood, found objects, and recycled musical instruments. He finds his inspiration from surfing, music, Florida's coastal landscape, and wildlife. A true local, Andy and his wife have called Florida's Emerald Coast...

Village of Baytowne Wharf

Located in Sandestin, The Village of Baytowne Wharf hosts a regular concert series, as well as annual events and plenty of kid friendly activities. Restaurants and shops line the streets of Baytowne....

Bayou Arts Center

The Bayou Arts Center is the home of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County and a venue for art exhibits, art workshops, meetings, reunions and small events. Nestled among the longleaf pines on historic Hogtown Bayou, the Bayou Arts Center is a true Walton County hidden gem and a...

Red Bird Gallery

This diverse gallery features both national and international artists who each paint in a different style. In addition to the eighteen painters, you will find the work of two well-known glass artists and three clay artists. Each piece is a unique, one-of-a-kind creation....

Underwater Museum of Art

Located less than a mile from the sugar-white sand of Grayton Beach State Park lies North America’s first permanent underwater sculpture park, The Underwater Museum of Art (UMA). The museum, which came to life through a partnership between the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA), the South Walton Artificial...

Seaside Repertory Theatre

Located in Seaside, this intimate 75-seat venue showcases talented musicians throughout the year and as part of their Live@TheRep Concert Series....

The Hidden Lantern Bookstore

Owner Diane Brady has curated a selection of over 12,000 titles, with genres ranging from biography to best seller, children’s to fine art and culture, Christian fiction to mystery. In addition to quality texts, The Hidden Lantern Bookstore offers book-related gifts, greeting cards and art in a friendly and comfortable...

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