Magnolia Art Xchange (MAX) is Ocala’s first art incubator, located in the historic Union Station. As a dynamic hub for creativity, MAX is dedicated to nurturing the professional growth of visual artists while providing a collaborative space for artists, educators, and art enthusiasts. Our mission is to enrich Ocala’s cultural landscape by offering studio rentals for resident artists and shared spaces for classes, workshops, and events.
MAX not only supports the development of artists but also fosters a deeper connection between creators and the community. Through public engagement opportunities, art lovers can experience the creative process firsthand, interacting with both the artists and their work. By bringing people together around art, MAX serves as a vital resource for those looking to contribute to and expand the cultural presence in Ocala.
MAX not only supports the development of artists but also fosters a deeper connection between creators and the community. Through public engagement opportunities, art lovers can experience the creative process firsthand, interacting with both the artists and their work. By bringing people together around art, MAX serves as a vital resource for those looking to contribute to and expand the cultural presence in Ocala.
The Doors are Open!
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First Saturday Gallery Tour
Doors are open 11 A.M.-3 P.M. All visitors are welcome! Weekdays By appointment Monday-Friday 10am to 2pm. e-mail [email protected] for same-day scheduling. |
Upcoming Events
GoFigure: Behind the Easel
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GoFigure: Behind the Easel
A Free Social Event @ MAX Tuesday Oct 15th, 6pm to 9pm Kick back with the artists and models from our GoFigure nude drawing series. No sketching, no pressure—just a relaxed evening of drinks, music, and good conversation. You’ll get a peek at some of the artwork from our last series, and hear some fun, behind-the-scenes stories from the people who made it happen. Whether you're thinking about joining the next series or just want a fun night with some cool people, this is your chance to meet the crew and see what GoFigure is all about! |
A Spirited Art & Graveyard Tour
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A Spirited Art & Graveyard Tour
Saturday, Oct 19th, 4pm to 8 pm www.facebook.com/share/UFxjNrpBqsnHfWMb Join Ocala Walking Tours for a Spirited (6-8pm) or non-spirited (4-6pm) Art & Graveyard Tour benefiting the MAX by the light of a nearly full moon. Tour begins at the Magnolia Art Xchange where guests will sip on a craft cocktail or mocktail while perusing the galleries. From there, we will meander with a historic guide through Ocala’s oldest public Cemetery to see some of the dearly departed residents there. We will talk about our town’s past, and guests on the Spirited tour will have the opportunity to ask a question from the local residents in the Evergreen Cemetery and place their pennies where they lie. From there, we will trek back over the railroad tracks to the old Union Station where local resident artists will tell us spooky happenings of their unexplained “experiences” while at the MAX. If you like art, trains, old things, or story telling, this will be a night to remember. |
Jazz & Justice
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Jazz & Justice
NAACP Event @ MAX Saturday, Nov 2nd, 4pm to 6pm Join NAACP Marion County for two/4/one events NAACP 5114 Marion County Branch invites you to join us for an evening of JAZZ AND JUSTICE WITH A TASTE OF SOUL! Freedom Fund Committee working hard to create a night you won't forget! |
