The Petticoat Painters is one of the oldest continuously exhibiting women's art groups in the U.S. This group was formed in 1953 in Sarasota, Florida to showcase the talents of female artists at a time when women had difficulty in finding venues to show their work.

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“Honoring our history, we support professional woman artists, offering a community of growth and shared experience culminating in group exhibitions.” — 2025 Petticoat Painters Mission Statement