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Panama City Center for the Arts

The Panama City Center for the Arts is a fun and creative place in Panama City, Florida. It used to be known as the Visual Arts Center of Northwest Florida. This special center was developed to help bring new life and excitement to the downtown area of Panama City.

What is the Panama City Center for the Arts?

The Center for the Arts is a community hub where people can enjoy and learn about different types of art. It has three main areas, called galleries, where amazing artworks are displayed. You can see many kinds of art, like paintings, sculptures, and beautiful jewelry.

What Can You Do There?

At the Center, you can explore art shows featuring various artists. They often have events that include music and even film screenings. If you love to create, you can also take art classes there to learn new skills. There's also a gift shop where you can find unique art-related items. The main gallery space is sometimes rented out for private parties and special events.

Where is the Center Located?

You can find the Panama City Center for the Arts at 19 East 4th Street in the historic part of downtown Panama City. The building itself is quite special because it was once Panama City's very first city hall! This means it has a lot of history within its walls.

Who Manages the Center?

The Center for the Arts is managed by an organization called Bay Arts Alliance. This is a local non-profit group that works to support the arts in Bay County. The city of Panama City also helps to support the Center, making sure it can continue to offer great programs and exhibits to everyone.

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