Mr. Ernest M. Lee

50th Micanopy Fall Festival
2025-11-01 09:00 - 2025-11-02 17:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Micanopy, 202 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL, 32667
Mark your calendars for 2025! Join us on Saturday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Look for Mrs. Lee selling prints, notecards and other art by Mr. Ernest M. Lee.

Shoppes at Thornebrook Arts Festival
2025-10-11 10:00 - 2025-10-12 17:00 | Shoppes at Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Experience the magic of art in the heart of Gainesville. Get ready for a weekend of art and fun as Thornebrook’s Fall Arts Festival returns for its 40th year. Look for Mrs. Lee selling prints, notecards and other art by Mr. Ernest M. Lee.

Closing Reception: Honoring Mr. Ernest M. Lee
2025-10-01 14:00 - 15:00 | White Springs Public Library, 16403 Jewett St., White Springs, FL, 32096, United States
Join us as Gloria Lee, wife of the late folk artist Mr. Ernest M. Lee, speaks at the closing reception of his inspiring exhibition.
Come celebrate Mr. Lee’s remarkable legacy and enjoy the opportunity to purchase prints and commemorative tumblers featuring his vibrant artwork.
We are excited to announce that we will partnering with the Suwannee River Regional Library system to continue sharing Mr. Lee’s art and story with the community.

White Springs Public Library Kids Art Class Observing Mr. Ernest M. Lee's works
2025-09-12 15:00 - 16:00 | White Springs Public Library, 16403 Jewett St., White Springs, FL, 32096, United States
Kids Art Class on September 12th at 3:00PM introduces children to the world of art through various mediums, guided self-expression, and learning about art as a subject and its history. September’s art class will focus on appreciating folk art and replicating its features with acrylic paints by observing Mr. Ernest M. Lee’s works.

White Springs Library hosts "The Best is Yet to Come" exhibit by Ernest M. Lee
2025-08-04 09:00 - 2025-10-01 17:00 | White Springs Public Library, 16403 Jewett St., White Springs, FL, 32096, United States
The White Springs Library is hosting artist Ernest M. Lee’s “The Best is Yet to Come” exhibit through Oct. 1. The exhibit is free and open to the public and visitors may also purchase prints and notecards of Mr. Lee’s work. The library is located at 16403 Jewett St., White Springs, FL 32096. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is closed on Saturday and Sunday, and each weekday from noon-1 p.m. for lunch.

Kentucky museum to host "Ernest M. Lee: A Retrospective" exhibition
2025-06-24 10:00 - 2025-09-13 17:00 | Downing Museum, 4801 Morgantown Road, Bowling Green, KY, 42101, United States
The Downing Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky, warmly invites you to a new exhibit, “Ernest M. Lee: A Retrospective“ on display in the main gallery June 24 – Sept. 13.
An opening reception with refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 24 at the museum, 4801 Morgantown Road, Bowling Green, KY, 42101.
Ernest Lee, an award-winning artist from Raleigh, NC, who lived in North Central Florida for 20 years prior to his death in 2021, used his application of vigorous and colorful impasto brush work to fill his canvases with rich stories from across Florida’s history. Often called “Florida’s Van Gogh,” his love for painting and those he met along the way lives on in his works today. The Downing Museum is excited to present a large body of his artwork from all phases of his career. The museum is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

73rd annual Fla. Folk Festival in White Springs scheduled for May 23-25, 2025
2025-05-23 08:00 - 2025-05-25 17:00 | Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL, 32096, United States
Look for Mrs. Lee at the 73rd annual Florida Folk Festival on Memorial Day weekend at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park in White Springs. She will be selling prints, notecards and other art items by Mr. Ernest M. Lee.
The festival is a three-day celebration of the music, dance, stories, crafts and food that make Florida unique.
From Irish fiddle tunes, contra dancing and root beer floats to the wide varieties of music of immigrants, the state’s cultural heritage reflects the lives of generations of Florida families and communities.

Santa Fe to host 2025 Spring Arts Festival April 12-13
2025-04-12 10:00 - 2025-04-13 17:00 | Santa Fe College, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
Santa Fe College is excited to host its 53rd Annual Spring Arts Festival on April 12-13, 2025. Look for Mrs. Lee selling paintings, prints, notecards and other items by Ernest M. Lee.
The purpose of the Spring Arts Festival is to illuminate, inspire and enrich lives through diverse expressions of the arts as we celebrate the historic festival at the Santa Fe northwest campus. The festival will spotlight stunning artists and artwork, foster emerging talent and inspire future generations.

Gainesville Airport Gator Fly In & Armed Services Appreciation Day
2025-03-22 10:00 - 15:00 | University Air Center at Gainesvile Regional Airport, 4701 NE 40th Ter., Gainesville, FL, 32609, United States
Look for Mrs. Lee selling Ernest M. Lee’s paintings, prints, notecards and other items during this Fly In event with military and civilian aircraft, food trucks, music, rides, vendors and classic cars. An opening ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. and this year’s theme is “Gators in Space.”

Thornebrook 2025 Spring Arts Festival
2025-03-01 09:00 - 2025-03-02 17:00 | Shoppes at Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Mark your calendars for the fourth annual Thornebrook Spring Arts Festival! The park-like setting of the Shoppes at Thornebrook will be filled with talented artists on March 1-2. Look for Mrs. Lee selling prints, notecards and other merchandise by Mr. Ernest M. Lee.

Lake City Olustee Festival Feb. 14-15
2025-02-14 09:00 - 2025-02-15 18:00 | Downtown Lake City, 220 NE Hillsboro St., Lake City, FL, 32055, United States
The annual Olustee Festival & Craft Show features homemade arts and crafts from vendors across the United States, food and entertainment of all kinds, a kids area featuring many attractions and much more.
The Olustee Festival is located in beautiful downtown Lake City, FL. Look for Mrs. Lee selling artwork, notecards and other items by Mr. Ernest M. Lee in Booth L-18 on Franklin Street. The festival is located between Wilson Park and Darby Pavilion, 220 NE Hillsboro St. in Lake City. For more Information about the festival call Faye Bowling Warren, 386-755-1097, or email bowlingwarren@comcast.net.

UFHealth to host "Healthcare Heroes" art exhibition & opening reception
2025-01-30 09:00 - 2025-03-14 17:00 | FL
Join the UFHealth Shands Arts in Medicine program for the opening reception of the “Healthcare Heroes” art exhibition from 4-6 p.m. Jan. 30 in the Criser Cancer Resource Center, Room 1302, 1515 SW Archer Road in Gainesville.
Mr. Ernest M. Lee created the 15 works showcased in the exhibit during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pieces feature portraits of healthcare workers wearing their personal protective equipment as they treated hospital patients.
The opening reception is free and open to the public. The exhibit will be on display through March 14.

UF to display "Healthcare Heroes" art exhibit through March 14
2025-01-30 08:00 - 2025-03-14 17:00 | UF Criser Cancer Resource Center, 1515 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL, 32608, United States
The UFHealth Shands Arts in Medicine program is the displaying the “Healthcare Heroes” art exhibition Jan. 30-March 14 in the Criser Cancer Resource Center, Room 1302, 1515 SW Archer Road in Gainesville.
Mr. Ernest M. Lee created the 15 works showcased in the exhibit during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pieces feature portraits of healthcare workers wearing their personal protective equipment as they treated hospital patients.
The exhibit is free and open to the public.

Santa Fe College Blount Center to display Ernest M. Lee's 'The Best is Yet to Come' exhibit through April 30
2024-12-16 08:00 - 2025-04-30 16:30 | Santa Fe College Charles L. Blount Center, 530 W. University Ave., Gainesville, FL, 32601, United States
Santa Fe College is hosting artist Ernest M. Lee’s “The Best is Yet to Come” exhibit at the Charles L. Blount Center in downtown Gainesville, 530 W. University Ave., through April 30. The exhibit of 10 paintings, including one previously unreleased work, is free and open to the public and may be viewed in the center’s third-floor lobby. The center is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

UF Craft Festival 2024 @ Stephen C. O'Connell Center
2024-11-30 10:00 - 2024-12-01 17:00 | Stephen C. O’Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL, 32611, United States
Visit the event webpage and print a valid coupon to present in person or use coupon code “ONEOFF” online to get $1 off admission!
General Public:
$6 at the door
$5 with coupon
Children 13 & under FREE
Military with ID FREE
UF Students:
$4 at the door
$3 with coupon
On Saturday and Sunday of the event, ALL parking restrictions will be lifted in the flat lot and parking garage adjacent to the arena. See you there!

Santa Fe College President's Hall Gallery Reception Oct. 31
2024-10-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Santa Fe College – President’s Hall (Building F, 2nd Floor), 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL, 32608, United States
Please join Mrs. Gloria Lee on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 4-6 p.m. in the Santa Fe College President’s Hall Gallery to view the works of Mr. Ernest M. Lee, on display through Dec. 2, 2024. The exhibit features 18 pieces of Mr. Lee’s art, including five previously unseen paintings that Mrs. Lee discovered after Ernest died in 2021.

Micanopy 49th Annual Fall Festival
2024-10-26 09:00 - 2024-10-27 16:00 | Cholokka Boulevard, NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL, 32667, United States
Saturday October 26th 9am – 5pm and Sunday October 27th 9am – 4pm.
Look for Mrs. Lee selling prints, notecards, and other artwork items of Mr. Ernest M. Lee at booth #34.

The closest parking to the festival is first-come, first-served, available at Division St and NE 7th Ave offered by the Micanopy Fire Department.
Free Parking is available at the Ball Park (follow signs).
Festival Parking is also provided by town residents who charge to park in their yards.
Several local churches and schools offer parking for donations.

Micanopy Fall Festival Map and Brochure coming soon..

Thornebrook 39th Annual Fall Arts Festival
2024-09-28 10:00 - 2024-09-29 17:00 | Shoppes at Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Experience the Magic of Art in the Heart of Gainesville. Get ready for a weekend of art and fun as Thornebrook’s Fall Arts Festival returns for its 39th year.
Look for Mrs. Lee selling prints, notecards and other artwork items of Mr. Ernest M. Lee.

Santa Fe College "The Best is Yet to Come: The Art of Mr. Ernest M. Lee" exhibit
2024-08-16 08:00 - 2024-12-02 16:30 | Santa Fe College – President’s Hall (Building F, 2nd Floor), 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL, 32608, United States
This exhibit in the Santa Fe College President’s Hall Art Gallery features 18 pieces by Mr. Ernest M. Lee, including five previously unseen paintings Mrs. Gloria Lee discovered after Ernest died in 2021. The President’s Hall Art Gallery is located on the second floor of the Robertson Administration Building F on the main Santa Fe College campus, 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606.

"Ernest M. Lee: A Retrospective" exhibition in Apalachicola
2024-08-03 - 2024-10-29 | Apalachicola Center for History, Culture and Art, 86 Water St, Apalachicola, FL, 32320, United States
Aug. 3 – Nov. 8, 2024

White Springs, FL Florida Folk Festival
2024-05-24 08:00 - 2024-05-26 17:00 | Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL, 32096, United States
Look for Mrs. Lee at the 72nd annual Florida Folk Festival on Memorial Day weekend at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park in White Springs. She will be selling prints, notecards and other art items by Mr. Ernest M. Lee.
The festival is a three-day celebration of the music, dance, stories, crafts and food that make Florida unique.
From Irish fiddle tunes, contra dancing and root beer floats to the wide varieties of music of immigrants, the state’s cultural heritage reflects the lives of generations of Florida families and communities.

Hastings Cabbage, Potato & Bacon Festival
2024-04-27 09:00 - 2024-04-28 16:00 | FL
Get ready for a weekend of wholesome fun at the Hastings Cabbage, Potato & Bacon Festival on April 27 & 28, 2024, taking place at The Venue, 301 N. Main Street.
Look for Mrs. Lee selling Ernest M. Lee’s paintings, prints, notecards and other items.
This lively event promises a unique blend of entertainment, featuring The Great Mow Down Lawnmower Races that are sure to rev up the excitement. Lace up your running shoes for The Spud Run 5K & 10K, where fitness meets festival spirit. Participate in community tours, engaging cooking demonstrations and more. Shop local at the outdoor market and don’t miss the special Chef Tasting event on Saturday evening featuring live music and a silent auction.
It’s a celebration of community, flavors and festivities you won’t want to miss!​
Join us in the heart of Hastings for a two-day extravaganza that brings together the best of local culture and entertainment.

Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival
2024-04-13 10:00 - 2024-04-14 16:00 | Santa Fe College, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL, 32606, United States
Santa Fe College is excited to host its 52nd Annual Spring Arts Festival on April 13-14, 2024. Look for Mrs. Lee selling paintings, prints, notecards and other items by Ernest M. Lee.
The purpose of the Spring Arts Festival is to illuminate, inspire and enrich lives through diverse expressions of the arts as we celebrate the historic festival at the Santa Fe northwest campus. The festival will spotlight stunning artists and artwork, foster emerging talent and inspire future generations.

Gainesville Airport Gator Fly In & Armed Services Appreciation Day
2024-03-23 10:00 - 15:00 | University Air Center at Gainesvile Regional Airport, 4701 NE 40th Ter., Gainesville, FL, 32609, United States
Look for Mrs. Lee selling Ernest M. Lee’s paintings, prints, notecards and other items during this Fly In event with military and civilian aircraft, food trucks, music, rides, vendors and classic cars. An opening ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. and this year’s event celebrates Women in Aviation.

27th Annual Mount Dora Spring Festival of Arts and Crafts
2024-03-16 09:00 - 2024-03-17 17:00 | Downtown Mount Dora, 230 W. Fourth Ave., Mount Dora, FL, 32757, United States
An Eclectic Blend of Fine & Fun

Amazing talent; Amazing finds. It’s what you’ll see at the Mount Dora Spring Festival of Arts and Crafts . Stroll through and support more than 250 hand-craft exhibitors and original artists who set up to sell their unique offerings to the public on the streets of the historic downtown walking district of Mount Dora, Florida.
Look for Mrs. Lee selling Ernest M. Lee paintings, prints, notecards and other items.
This annual event takes place every year on the 3rd weekend of March.

Thornebrook Spring Arts Festival
2024-03-02 10:00 - 2024-03-03 17:00 | Shoppes at Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43rd St, Gainesville, 32606, United States
Mark your calendars for the third annual Thornebrook Spring Arts Festival! The park-like setting of the Shoppes at Thornebrook will be filled with talented artists on March 2-3. Look for Mrs. Lee selling prints, notecards and other merchandise by Mr. Ernest M. Lee.

Hastings Pop-Up Market and Boulevard Car Show
2024-02-10 09:00 - 15:00 | FL
Experience a journey through automotive history at the Hastings Boulevard Car Show and Vintage Market, a spectacular event set to dazzle on Feb. 10th. Nestled in the heart of Hastings, this vibrant gathering brings together a stunning array of classic and vintage cars, showcasing the evolution of automotive design and craftsmanship.
Mrs. Lee will be selling paintings, prints, notecards and other items by artist Ernest M. Lee.

Tallahassee Museum to display 'Ernest M. Lee: A Retrospective' exhibit Feb. 8-July 9
2024-02-08 09:00 - 2024-07-09 17:00 | Tallahassee Museum, 3945 Museum Drive, Tallahassee, FL, 32310, United States
The Tallahassee Museum warmly invites you to a new exhibit, “Ernest M. Lee: A Retrospective“ in the Phipps Exhibit Gallery Feb. 8 – July 9, 2024.
An opening reception with refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres will be held on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, from 5-8 p.m. at the museum located at 3945 Museum Drive in Tallahassee, 32310.
Ernest Lee, an award-winning artist from Raleigh, NC, who lived in North Central Florida for 20 years prior to his death in 2021, used his application of vigorous and colorful impasto brush work to fill his canvases with rich stories from across Florida’s history. Often called “Florida’s Van Gogh,” his love for painting and those he met along the way lives on in his works today. The Tallahassee Museum is excited to present a large body of his artwork from all phases of his career. The museum is open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m.–5 p.m. on Sunday.

Parks Ford of Gainesville to display 'My Ford Truck' by Ernest M. Lee
2024-02-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Parks Ford of Gainesville, 3333 N. Main St., Gainesville, FL, 32609, United States
The public is invited to attend the unveiling of “My Ford Truck” by Ernest M. Lee at Parks Ford of Gainesville, 3333 N. Main St., on Feb. 1, 2024, at 2 p.m. Mrs. Lee is donating a print of the painting to Parks Ford, which plans to display it in its showroom.

MLK Day at the Prime Osborn Convention Center in Jacksonville
2024-01-15 11:00 - 17:00 | Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, 1000 Water St., Jacksonville, 32204
Join us for MLK Day at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, a dynamic celebration of unity, community spirit, and service! Experience a day filled with captivating entertainment, various trucks with delicious food, and vibrant vendors. Embrace the values of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and commemorate his legacy with us. Mrs. Lee will have Ernest’s artwork, prints and notecards for sale.
