ENRICHING THE MELROSE COMMUNITY BY TEACHING AND ADVOCATING THE ARTS

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301 SR 26 Melrose, FL 32666

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(352) 475-2924

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MossmanHall@gmail.com

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Mossman

PO BOX 75

Melrose, Florida 32666

Opening Hours

Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 12PM - 5PM

Monday 10AM - 2PM

Tuesday 4PM - 7PM

MOSSMAN HOME PRESERVATION FOUNDATION

ENRICHING THE MELROSE COMMUNITY IN

TEACHING AND ADVOCATING THE ARTS

Amy Stanley, President of Mossman Home Preservation Foundation, closes the deal to purchase the Mossman property from Chuck Lowry.

THANK YOU MELROSE!!!

The Mossman Home Preservation Foundation formally purchased the historic Mossman property today, January 22, 2025 at noon. It's a great day for the Melrose community and for historic preservation. Thanks to all our members and supporters that made this purchase possible.

Donations to Mossman Home Preservation Foundation are tax deductible.

The Gallery at Mossman Hall will be open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 12-5 PM, Monday from 10 AM-2 PM, Tuesday 4:00 - 7:00 PM. Individual Instructors have modified schedules so please contact instructor for updates.

Mossman Hall’s first post-purchase fundraiser, Valentine’s Day Dinner & Dance Date Night was a huge success thanks to co-chairs Amy and Carissa and their crack team of decorators, cooks, and servers: Barb, Cindy, Julio, Nansea, MaryAnn, Stasia, Gail, Leslie, Brenda, and Glenda. The sold-out event featured a delicious meal of BBQ smoked brisket, pork, and bacon-wrapped chicken with several sides and many desserts! The food was delicious and all home-made by volunteers. Music was provided by Mason Via and The Sandhill Cranes String Band, who got the house rocking and dancing to traditional bluegrass music, including contra, waltz, and square dances called by Andy Kane. Yes, Mossman Hall will plan another Dance due to overwhelming requests. Stay in touch and keep up with our classes and events by going to our website MossmanHall.com and follow us on Facebook. Please remember that all staff at Mossman Hall are volunteers, and we are always happy to have you volunteer too!

“Outstanding work done by the Mossman crew to put on such a fun evening. Thank you!”

Nancy D

“Best party ever held at Mossman”

C.P.

“I would pay to do this regularly as a date night for me and my husband! We had a blast!”

Christina K.

Spring session of dance classes are now open! This session will be a bit longer, and will include a FAMILY CLASS! This means one class during the session a family member is welcomed to join and take class with your child. It’s going to be super fun! This session will also include ballet, jazz, and hiphop techniques being taught, a craft, and a recital. Let me know if you would like me to save your child a spot!💃🏻🩰🪩🕺

A good time had by all at Mossman First Friday Artwalk featuring the beautiful art by Sara Conca!

First Friday Art Walk Paint Party.

Painting classes at Mossman Continue!

Another day at Mary Mossman Food Forest. Planted banana trees and of course, MULCHED!!! Thank you to all the Mossmanites that are making the food forest a reality!!

Mary Ann Clawson, Mossman Board of Directors Vice President and painter at July 4th Keystone event

Carissa Williams Mossman Member artist mans the booth for 2024 July 4th Celebration in Keystone!

Bill Smith wood turner and Mossman member artist at 2024 Keystone 4th of July Celebration

Local author Tom Sensible at Mossman July 4th event in Keystone

Board Members checking out beautiful Art Work by Sara Conca! So impressive/ she will be our featured Artist of the Month for December. Check out more at SaraConcafinearts.com

Not to mention .... Sara welcomed Mossman BODs with a beautiful spread. Looking forward to a great show💕‼️

Join the Clay Station Key Club and have unlimited access to the Clay and Glazing sheds.

Artful team building at Mossman Member meeting.

Painted Planet School of Arts Studio - Now available in Mossman Hall for classes.

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ACHIEVEMENTS

Transformed office space into vibrant art gallery and community center.

Added two buildings to the "Clay Station", a fully-functioning ceramics studio. Increased artist membership by 40% from 2015 to 2023.

Showcased over 94 "Featured Artists" over an eight year period during First Friday Art Walk.

Partnered with Clay Electric, local businesses, and community organizations.

Sponsored and organized local art, music, community, and educational events.

Increased the utilization of the facility by hosting the 4Corners Community School and Painted Planet School of Art.

Provided space for class, meeting, and wedding rental. Updated website, social media, marketing, and advertising. Added a community garden to the grounds.

Sponsored young artists and entrepreneurs.

FUTURE GOALS

Purchase property from the private owner.

Develop long-term plan for property preservation, in part through grants and endowments. Maintain property and grounds, and preserve its history.

Energize fundraising program.

Expand educational programs.

Promote local artists in all disciplines of creative media.

Support promising young artists and entrepreneurs.

Grow membership and encourage member artist involvement.

Partner with other 501(c)3's in the realm of historic preservation and community development. Create an affordable space for community events, meetings, celebrations, and special occasions. Strengthen our small community through art, commerce, education, and social interaction.

Meet the Team

Amy Stanley

President

Amy Stanley is a woman who “Makes Things Happen!” Amy is a wife, mother, and business owner. She enjoys growing

Mary Ann Clawson

Vice President

Mary Ann Clawson is married with three children and seven grandchildren. She loves her two dogs and all squirrels. She is a native Floridian but has resided for the past 24 years in Brunswick, Georgia, where she owned and

Jim Chapman

Secretary

Jim Chapman moved to Florida from Michigan in 1977. Living in Homestead, Florida he worked at the South Florida Research

Stasia Pieczenik

Treasurer

Just a decade ago Stasia moved to Melrose. Stasia is very active in local civic organizations and Melrose groups. After a long career in retail management,

Gail Davis

Clay Station Director

Gail Davis is a local Framer and multi-media (but mostly clay) artist. Having received a bachelor degree in fine arts from Auburn University in

Kelvin Ordway

Director

Kelvin Ordway was born in New Hampshire and spent the early part of his adult life

Mandi Rokx

Director

Mandi Rokx moved to Melrose three years ago and has integrated into our community seamlessly. She opened the local ice cream truck, Chill Hut, and

Floyd Curtis

Director

Floyd Curtis was born at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida, and his family has owned property on a local

lake since the

Director

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Reserve the Mossman Hall and/or grounds for your wedding, family reunion, birthday party, anniversary, gender reveal, conference, lectures, training and more.

The wooden floor in the Mossman Hall has been approved for ball room dancing.