Mount Dora Center for the Arts (MDCA) is a well-established community organization that has been serving the art sector since its formal establishment as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in 1986. Originally known as the Mount Dora Cultural Council, their mission was to host the annual Mount Dora Arts Festival, which started in 1975. Today, MDCA recognizes the importance of artists, cultural organizations, and creative expression in shaping the town's identity, vitality, and economic growth.

Regardless of background, MDCA provides visual art education through various methods, including virtual, on-site, and remote classroom settings, to support personal creative growth and careers in art. They also work diligently to bring art to underserved communities, believing in the power of art to relieve stress, combat depression, and boost self-esteem. MDCA values partnerships and actively supports organizations that promote inclusion and equity, as well as those that raise funds to offer art opportunities to children and facilitate artistic expression in public spaces.

With a commitment to being a beacon of access, MDCA aims to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the artistic growth of all individuals. They strive to amplify the voices of artists and art supporters in their community. Join MDCA in their mission to make art an integral part of Mount Dora's culture and future