LeMoyne was founded in 1963 by four community leaders: Mary Metzke, Clifton Lewis, June Strauss, and Nanette Fisher. Their goal was the establishment of a fine art gallery and venue for art education activities for the citizens of North Florida. Rich in history, LeMoyne is housed in a restored 1854 Antebellum home that serves as a beautiful visual arts gallery for changing local, regional and national exhibitions. The LeMoyne complex encompasses half a city block (1.1 acres) and includes another historic property (c.1904); an education building for year-round art classes; and a lush sculpture garden.

Meginniss-Munroe House c. 1854

First floor offers five gallery rooms for changing exhibitions and administrative offices on the first and second floors. The first floor galleries are easily accessible via wheelchair ramp. The Gallery Shop is located at the back of the house on the first floor.  A ceramics lab is located below the main floor.

Munroe House c. 1904

A  board room with an adjoining parlor area, offering an historic atmosphere and abundance of natural light, are available for meeting space rental (capacity 12-18).  The front porches of the two historic houses are connected for unrestricted access. LeMoyne has received two historic property grants to restore this structure which reflects architectural elements of Queen Anne and Colonial Revival styles.

Education Center

The building is used days, nights, and weekends for year-round art classes as well as lectures and meetings by community organizations. The art library housed on the second floor offers over 1,000 volumes available for use by LeMoyne members and art students. An elevator and ramps provide total access to all classrooms.

Helen Lind Sculpture Garden

The garden holds thirteen sculptures and fountains designed by seven Florida artists including Fred Holschuh, Roland Hockett, and Ralph Hurst. Garden rental is available for weddings, receptions and special events. Please call or e-mail for more information.