It houses regional, state and national art exhibits and includes a sculpture garden.

[4] Since 1991, the Vero Beach Museum of Art has been recognized by the State of Florida and the Florida Arts Council as a significant cultural establishment through grant awards and support.

It became recognized for its professionalism, quality of programming, exhibitions, and community outreach.

In February 2007, the museum added the Alice and Jim Beckwith Sculpture Park, which is 1.12 acres (4,500 m2), to its exhibition spaces.

[4] In January 2018, the museum opened the Art Zone a new interactive Children's Space, which features hands-on activities to encourage children to play and explore as well as a 25-foot-long interactive Sketch Aquarium.