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Franklin Square Gallery
130 E West Street, Southport, NC 28461
910-457-5450
Open Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm​
Closed Sunday
Celebrating our 50th Anniversary!
As our nation celebrates its 250th birthday, the Associated Artists
of Southport (AAS) proudly celebrate their own historic
anniversary this year: 50 years of making and sharing art at
Franklin Square Gallery, the historic blue building with
the white columns that is home to AAS.
The two-story structure at 130 E. West Street in Southport
has led a life as colorful and varied as the art it now houses.
This year, AAS proudly celebrates 50 years of stewardship, preserving the building’s legacy as a beloved community space
and landmark of historic Southport.
Help us celebrate 50 years of art and culture at
Franklin Square Gallery!
We are inviting our community to contribute $50, representing
$1 for each year of the gallery’s existence.
Your generous donation will support much-needed painting
and repairs for our beloved gallery.
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All donors will be recognized on our website, showcasing our appreciation
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Donors will receive a print-at-home digital certificate thanking them for
their help in laying the foundation for the next 50 years.
50th Anniversary Club
Donors will be invited to join this exclusive club, which will offer
special benefits and invitations to future events.​
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Please Consider Becoming a Sponsor
and Support Our Gallery
Your generosity helps us continue our mission of serving our community
in supporting the arts. Donations to our organization are tax-deductible
to the extent permitted by law.
In addition, we ask that you visit and shop at our generous sponsors in the area
whose support helps to sustain and grow our community.
Thank you for supporting the arts and helping our gallery thrive!
Scroll down for more events celebrating our 50th Anniversary!
Raffle Items
Drawing on February 19, 2027
Click on the links below each raffle item for more information and to purchase tickets.
Discover Southport's Yacht Basin Restaurants - Value $400
Savor the many offerings of the Yacht Basin. Featuring a $100 Gift Card from Provisions, $100 Gift Card from the Frying Pan, a $50 Gift Card compliments of Edgewater 122, a $50 Gift Card from Fishy Fishy, a $50 Gift Card from Flavas and Hat from American Fish.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/fsg-50th-anniversary-raffle-restaurant-certificates-a-year
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Commissioned Pet Portrait - Value $350
Capture your beloved fur baby! This is for a commissioned piece by Artist Caroline Brizzolara. You will provide photos and work directly with artist on a finished portrait.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/associated-artists-of-southports-annual-raffle--2026-2
Two Hour Sunset Cruise
Set sail for a 2 hour sunset boat tour for two of the beautiful Cape Fear River and Southport Harbor. Head out toward Bald Head Island from Southport with a chance to see dolphin pods known for this area.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/associated-artists-of-southports-50th-raffle--2026
Personal Airplane Ride Southport & Oak Island - Value $175
Gain a new perspective with a ride over Southport and Oak Island from a vantage point far above the land and sea.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/associated-artists-of-southports-annual-raffle--2026
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Private Wine Tasting for 20 at Total Wine and More - Value $600
Explore wine regions from around the globe. This wine tasting is for 20 and includes Wine 101 with a spotlight on wine from Spain, Italy and France. So many ways to Chardonnay! Discover Cabernet Sauvignon and California Uncorked. Located at Total Wine and More in Wilmington, NC.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/franklin-square-gallery-50th-paint-and-repair
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Thank you to our Gold Sponsors!
Abigail M. & Lawrence N. Ashley
Cape Side Brewing
Christopher & Prentiss Halladay
The City of Southport
Solstice Builders
WWAY​
Thank you to our Silver Sponsors!
Botero Carts
Ginger Harper Real Estate Group/
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast
Mansfield Brothers Heating and A/C
Paul & Juli Jordan
Thank you to our Bronze Sponsors!
Allie Lull Art
Chris Lunderman & Anne McElroy
Christine & Michael Neveaux
Coastline Insurance Asso.
Deb & Rich Voso Creations
Jim & Lori Tugman
John & Barbara Karkut
Karen Masterson
Mary Russell
​Marybeth Johnson
Renee & Thom Yost​
Rich & Colleen O'Donnell
Sam & Caroline Quinn
Steven Kane,
Keller Williams Realty
Ted & Charleea Yarbrough
Thank you to our $50 for 50 Sponsors!
Allison Fanelli
Barbara Griever
Becky Cleary - $100
Becky Steele
Betsy Foote
Bett Lewis
Betty Garbarino
Beverly Haley
Bill Sundberg
Bob C. Quist
Carla Edstrom
Carla Edstrom
Carol Kidd
Carol Moore
Caroline Brizzolara
Cathy Sheetz
Chris Sutherland
David Rhodes
Dawn Drabble
Denise & Gary Brenner
Denise Kloepell
Diane Castrodale
Donald Dull
Donna & Tim Heathery
Dot Moore – $100
Ellie DeYoung
Elvira Gilbert - $100
Frances Vaughn
Francoise & Bob Sivley - $150
Gene & Oksana Barzach
Georgia Dalzell
Hal & Kathy Roth
Hal and Kathleen Roth
Holly Clark-Dull
Jack Gordon
Jacqueline & Carl Greiner
James & Shelley Russell
Janel Hidy
Jennifer Qin
Jenny Brill
Jerry Ashley
Jim Griever
JoAnn Bostick
Joe Boland
Joe Cleary - $100
John Jacobs
Kate Magill-Walters
Katrina Shinn
Kimberly Kirk
Linda Saline​
Lisa Kor
Margaret Calenda
Marian MacKerer
Mark LeFevre
Marybeth Johnson
Nancy McKinstry
Nancy Schulte
Pam Janes - $100
Patricia Lyles
Paul & Juli Jordan
Paula MacVittle
Penny Ormerod
Prentiss Halladay
Rich & Deborah Alt
Ricki Hiaht
Roger & Debra Lyons
Ron MacVittle
Sidney & Susan Godwin
Su Peyton
Susan Dieterle
Susan Edwards
Susan King
Suzanne Ellett
Ted & Mary Smith
Thad Brewer
Tina Madonia
Vicki Neilon
Sponsorships Available!
Huge thanks to all our sponsors!
Gold Sponsor ($2,500)
Logo placement on select promotional materials
Recognition during the event
6 Gala tickets
Mention in post-event newsletter
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Silver Sponsor ($1,000)
Logo placement on event signage
Recognition during the event
4 Gala tickets
Social media shoutout
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Bronze Sponsor ($500)
Name listed in the event program
Recognition during the event
2 Gala tickets
Website recognition
Available for Purchase!
Join us in our 50th Anniversary Celebrations!
Commemorative Prints $35
50th Anniversary
T-Shirts for Sale!
$25
Southport Enfolded
Artist: Tollie Davis
50th Anniversary Commemorative Items can be purchased at
Franklin Square Gallery
130 E. West Street
Southport, NC 28461
Our 50th Annivesary
"Create Your Own Peace Pole" Has Sold Out!
Sunday, November 8th
11am until 3pm
A mix of art, spirit, and nature, we'll spend a day creating
your own 2 ft. tall Peace Pole for your yards, gardens, and
community with Holly Clarke-Dull, artist-instructor.
We are thrilled to announce that this event has sold out.
All proceeds will go to benefit our 50th Anniversary Paint and
Repair initiative. The event takes place upstairs in the workshop
at the Franklin Square Gallery.
The peace pole movement started in Japan in response to the bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Masahisa Goi, the originator, dedicated his life to spreading the message, "May Peace Prevail on Earth." Peace Poles bear this message, typically in different languages, on each of the four sides of the pole. We will be creating our own Peace Poles with this message in an array of colors and/or our own thoughts, quotes, prayers, or poetry, all with the intention of spreading a little more peace, love, and light in this world.