Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center

2301 First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA

Address:	2301 First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
Phone:	+1 239-333-1933
Site:	sbdac.com
Rating:	4.2
Working:	9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM Closed Closed

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Photos 100

Reviews 30

Diane Allenbaugh

My daughters late evening black tie wedding reception was in September 2016. The Art Center had been transformed into a black tie venue with beautiful décor and special attention given to every detail by my hired event coordinator. Biggest issue - Staff could not control the AC for only 145 people in the room. It was an absolute sauna!! We even had guests who were getting sick from the heat. I had to insist they pry the fans off of their bar staff and put them on the dance floor. People that could dance were just a wet sweaty mess and wedding photos now show people a mess with shirts hanging out, open, whatever to cool off. This was a black tie event. Word of advice - do not have a pre reception cocktail cocktail party in an area they close off from the main room with this many people. No where to sit and again - too hot. And, do not have more than 150 people in the gallery for a sit down event with dancing.. The banners on the front were never removed and are now in all of the exterior pictures. The Board did nothing to recognize or remedy the experience even when pictures were presented showing them the effects of the room temperature. Both our event coordinator and I tried to work with them on some resolution. This easily could have been a 5 Star rating had the Board and Administration recognized how much my daughters wedding day was adversely affected by these issues. The only reason this review gets 2 versus 1 star is that earlier on in the preparation of the room, some staff had been very accommodating to my event coordinator in remedying some issues and I thank them for that.

Flower Pedal

There are several banners hanging on the front of the building about an art show opening, I think, September 4 (today). I just glanced at them last night. I guess Ill have to go down there physically to see when the show opens because there isnt even ONE word about them on this website. Hmmm.

Ian Sanders

Theyve done a great job restoring this old building and the staff are very friendly. I definitely recommend stopping by during Art Walk or another event. This building used to be an old courthouse and it was the Post Office before that, so there is a lot of history.

Josh Bailey

This is by far one of my favorite places to visit when Im downtown! They are always featuring new artist so its always something new and always something there for everyone. The staff is helpful and courteous, next time youre in the area, check them out!

Jack Luft

Something for everyone. True crossroads of the community. Art Gallery openings, Latin music, rap, symphonic orchestra, poetry, chamber music, new music from New York, lecture series, fashion shows, holiday design challenges & more.

Frank Jean, LMT

Favorite place downtown Ft. Myers!! I visit every Art Walk on first Friday nights. A wide variety of events. Warm and welcoming staff and volunteers. Clean. Wheelchair friendly. Historic building with beautiful architecture.

Taz Beattie

Theres always something going on at the Berne. Id call it more of a cultural center rather than an art center as they have so many different programs going on. Its located in the old historic Ft Myers Post Office.

Devon Parker

Love this venue! I had my wedding here almost two years ago and it was beautiful! They always have different arts events here that help make downtown Fort Myers a fun destination.

David Seitz

Weve had a number of association lunches, and our annual black tie gala at SBDAC. G3 catering and the SBDAC staff are awesome and can certainly help make any event a success.

Heather battey

What a great venue to host an event at. The staff is extremely helpful, friendly and accommodating. Thank you for helping us make our luncheon a success!

John Paul Hare

Came here for a dance. Didnt get to see any art, and the bar service provided was terrible. Nice looks, but far from the parking garages.

Susan Goldson

I am in an art show there and love the venue. All the people who run the center were beyond helpful. Thank you! Susan Sammis Goldson

J Bracco

This is a "no frills" venue set in an auditorium setting with bleachers and mid-back chairs. Beverages are reasonably priced.

joey wilson

Very nice. easy to get into and parking near by. Serves alcohol as well.. :)

Michelle McDonald

I wanted to hang my work and am still waiting after I was told yes.

olgie swerdlick

bonito y agradable