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The Art Consortium of Volusia County is an art organization found in Daytona Beach based on the promotion of local artists, artisans, and musicians. The short name for the group is the Consortium. The Consortium was founded in March of 2009, for the purpose of organizing artists to show on the First Friday Art Walk of Daytona Beach. The Consortium has grown rapidly in numbers. Furthermore, the group is designed to promote, participate, and sponsor other art groups, festivals, and activities. The Art Consortium actively assists the Daytona Business Partnership Association with promotionals and activities as well.

Source: Direct conversation with founder and coordinator of the Art Consortium, 2009.