Located in the center of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the Girls' Club Foundation is a privately funded non-profit art gallery and exhibition space founded in 2006 by artist Francie Bishop Good and David W. Horvitz. It stands as the only private collection in the world dedicated to exhibiting contemporary art by women.
When you visit, you will experience dynamic, rotating exhibits that showcase works predominantly by female artists across diverse ethnic backgrounds, ranging from local Fort Lauderdale talent to established creators globally. You will see a variety of mediums, including photographs, paintings, fiber arts, drawings, collages, and multimedia works from masters like Diane Arbus, Tracey Emin, and Kiki Smith. The facility itself is an architectural wonder designed by Margi Glavovic Nothard, featuring translucent polyester fiberglass resin panels that create a glowing facade at night, alongside a flexible interior with pivoting, movable walls.
The foundation aims to educate the public, nurture female artists' careers, and serve as a vital resource for scholars, curators, and practicing artists. Whether you are exploring solo fiber installations or group exhibits examining supernatural themes, this unique space invites you to rethink the boundaries of contemporary art.
What to see at Girls' Club Foundation
- The only private collection in the world dedicated to contemporary art by women
- Striking building facade featuring back-lit polyester fiberglass resin panels
- Flexible interior exhibition space built with pivoting, movable walls
- Rotating exhibits showcasing local, national, and international female artists
Visiting tips
Plan to view the building at night to see its translucent resin facade glow from behind.
How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Evening
How to get there & what’s nearby
Girls' Club Foundation is easy to reach on Fort Lauderdale’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church and SS Copenhagen (1898). For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Fort Lauderdale travel guide.
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