DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — A new destination in the heart of historic downtown Daytona Beach highlights the area’s resurgence.

  1. The space is called Starry Night Gallery. The owners say the building used to be a speakeasy in the 1800s, and now, it blends Old Florida charm with modern creativity.

  2. The two-floor gallery has nearly 90 paintings on display. And the owners say they are proud to offer diverse art styles.

  3. Grace Senior, 84, is one of the artists. “I don’t want sadness!” she said while painting. “I just want people to look at my work and be happy.”

  4. The space is known as a community hub for artists, and it offers a home for immersive fine art and storytelling.

  5. Starry Night Gallery has a wine bar, boutique shop and classes for all skill levels. It’s across the street from Daytona Beach’s Riverfront Esplanade. A Starry Night-wrapped Cybertruck is also parked out front.