The Jessie is our collaboration space & gathering place in the heart of downtown Jacksonville.

The Jessie Ball duPont Center from the outside, showing painting on the windows and palm tree outside

The Jessie brings together the Jacksonville community and its nonprofits in a setting that appreciates our rich history while responding to the demands of today.

Housed in one of the city’s architectural jewels, The Jessie provides offices for nonprofits and work & gathering spaces for the community in an energy-efficient environment with state-of-the-art technology.

Inside the main room of the Jessie Ball duPont Center, with big lime green pillars and woman speaking at podium to audience

We’d love to see you in person at one of the community events hosted each week at The Jessie. For now, enjoy this self-guided tour.

Recent Events & Projects at The Jessie

With May being National Mental Health Awareness Month, we want to take this opportunity to spotlight our tenant, NAMI Jacksonville. NAMI's mission to support and enhance the lives of people and families affected by mental illness and substance abuse
This is your official invitation to explore our newest Moving the Margins: Artist in Residence, Sarah Crooks' exhibit, where you'll encounter poignant artworks exploring homelessness, displacement, and mental health. Join us on May 25th from 5 to 9 P
2024 has been described as a make-or-break year for democracies worldwide. To address this issue, the TED Democracy Initiative started an important conversation in November. TEDx is supporting SEVEN TEDx events worldwide, including one right here in
Get ready to explore the meaning of 'Home' with our newest Artist in Residence, Sarah Crooks! Join us on opening night to view the mesmerizing exhibit, 'A Long Way(t) Home,' – a unique blend of house, place, and emotion beautifully combined int
The countdown begins! Only TWO days left until a mesmerizing night with the Janae Yate Quintet at The Jessie. Witness the incredible talents of a percussion prodigy live in concert! Reminder: FREE tickets are available - secure yours now by clicking
You can view "Embedded: The Approach" by Ya La'Ford until May 8. Ya La'Ford is a first-generation American who uses art as a universal language to bridge the gap between her Jamaican heritage and vulnerable communities. Come check out her w
May is recognized as National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, so we want to spotlight our tenant, Jacksonville Speech & Hearing Center. This month gives us an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders and the role of employees a
The Jazz Discovery Series presents Jazz at The Jessie featuring Janae Yates Quintet, the JL Institute featuring Courtney Dantzler, and Jacksonville Arts & Music School (JAMS)! Janae Yates, a jazz percussionist and Florida native brings a mix of s