Sea Turtle and Oceanic Art Exhibit at Art League Academy
July 21 – 31, 2026
Halfway Home, a special sea turtle-themed art exhibit, returns to Art League Academy July 21–31, 2026, in partnership with Sea Turtle Patrol HHI. The exhibit features artwork by local artists celebrating the beauty, vulnerability, and importance of Hilton Head Island’s beloved sea turtles.
Twenty percent of all artwork sales and select class tuition will benefit Sea Turtle Patrol HHI and its work protecting sea turtle nests and hatchlings during nesting season.
Visitors are invited to browse the exhibit, register for qualifying turtle-themed classes, and attend the Closing Reception on Friday, July 31, from 5–7pm. Artwork buyers and qualifying class registrants will also be entered to win a 3-day, 2-night stay at any Marriott Vacation Clubs location.
Support Sea Turtle Patrol HHI Through Art
Twenty percent of artwork sales and select class tuition will benefit Sea Turtle Patrol HHI. Visitors who purchase artwork or register for a qualifying class will also be entered to win a 3-day, 2-night stay at any Marriott Vacation Clubs location.
Special getaway prize provided by The Marriott Vacation Clubs.
At a Glance
Dates:
July 21–31, 2026
Location:
Art League Academy
106 Cordillo Parkway
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Hours:
Weekdays, 10am–4pm
Reception:
Friday, July 31, 5–7pm
Give Back:
20% of artwork sales and select class tuition benefits Sea Turtle Patrol HHI.
Enter to Win:
Artwork buyers and qualifying class registrants are entered to win a 3-day, 2-night Marriott Vacation Clubs getaway.
TWO WAYS TO WIN & GIVE BACK
Support the turtles, support local art, and enter for a chance to win during Halfway Home.
Marriott Vacation Clubs Getaway
Prize:
3-day, 2-night stay at any Marriott Vacation Clubs location.
How to Enter:
Purchase artwork from the Halfway Home exhibit or register for a qualifying turtle-themed class.
Supports:
Sea Turtle Patrol HHI through 20% of artwork sales and qualifying class tuition.
Art for a Cause Raffles
Prize:
Two original artwork raffles benefiting two great organizations.
How to Enter:
Purchase raffle tickets during the exhibit or online.
Supports:
One raffle benefits Sea Turtle Patrol HHI. One raffle benefits Art League of Hilton Head. 100% of each raffle supports its designated organization.
Winners will be drawn at the Closing Reception on Friday, July 31. You do not need to be present to win.
QUALIFYING CLASSES
Take a sea turtle-themed class, support the turtles, and enter for a chance to win during Halfway Home.
Twenty percent of tuition from these qualifying classes benefits Sea Turtle Patrol HHI.
CREATE
Explore different mediums and techniques while creating sea turtle-inspired art.
SUPPORT
Twenty percent of tuition from these classes benefits Sea Turtle Patrol HHI.
ENTER TO WIN
You’ll be entered for a chance to win a 3-day, 2-night stay at any Marriott Vacation Clubs location.
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
Supporting sea turtle conservation, local art, and creative community programming.
