How 25 Years of Art Became a Book That Will Last Forever
At PrintingCenterUSA, we are proud to support organizations that use print to preserve culture, celebrate milestones, and share stories that matter. For Timucua Arts Foundation, a printed book became the perfect way to honor 25 years of artistic excellence, community connection, and creative impact in Central Florida.
To celebrate this milestone, Timucua’s co founder created The Timucua Story: 25 Years of Art and Culture, a book designed to document the organization’s journey and preserve its legacy for generations to come.
About Timucua Arts Foundation
Timucua Arts Foundation is a multifaceted arts and education institution dedicated to inspiring audiences through transformative performances, education, and artist support. Rooted in the belief that the arts belong to everyone, Timucua presents a wide range of programming including jazz, indigenous and folkloric music and dance, contemporary classical music, avant garde improvisation, film, theater, and live visual art.
Known for its welcoming white house venue and commitment to inclusivity, education, and sustainability, Timucua has built a reputation for making world class art accessible to the community.
The Inspiration
The inspiration for the book came from a desire to celebrate and reflect on 25 years of providing excellence in the arts to the Central Florida community. Timucua’s co founder wanted to capture the organization’s story in a way that felt lasting and meaningful.
Seeing this project come to life as a printed book has been incredibly uplifting and inspirational, the team shared. Cheers to another 25 years.
The book serves as both a historical record and a tribute to the artists, audiences, and supporters who have shaped Timucua’s journey.
The Challenge
The book needed to reflect the quality, creativity, and care that define Timucua Arts Foundation. With nearly a hundred pages of photography, stories, and visual content, consistency in color, layout, and finish was essential.
The team also wanted a format that felt polished and professional while remaining approachable and true to the organization’s welcoming spirit.
The Printing Solution
Timucua Arts Foundation partnered with PrintingCenterUSA to produce a soft touch perfect bound book that balances visual impact with durability.
Book Printing Specs
Size: 8.5 x 8.5 inches
Binding: Perfect bound
Pages: 92
Cover Paper: 100 pound gloss cardstock
Inside Paper: 100 pound gloss text
Cover Finish: Soft touch lamination
Ink: Full color throughout
The square format creates a modern, gallery style feel, while full color printing showcases performances, artists, and moments in vivid detail. Soft touch lamination adds a refined, tactile finish that invites readers to pick up and explore the book.
The Impact
The finished book became a powerful way to commemorate Timucua’s 25 year milestone. It provides a tangible record of the organization’s history while reinforcing its mission and values.
The book is not only a celebration of the past but also a tool for sharing Timucua’s story with supporters, artists, and the broader community. It stands as a reminder of the organization’s belief that art, culture, and creativity belong to everyone.
Thinking About Creating a Book to Celebrate Your Organization’s Story
Printed books offer nonprofits, arts organizations, and cultural institutions a powerful way to capture milestones, share their mission, and preserve creative history in a format that lasts. Unlike digital content that can be easily overlooked or lost over time, a printed book creates permanence. It invites readers to slow down, reflect, and fully engage with the story being told.
A thoughtfully designed book can serve many purposes at once. It can act as a historical record, a donor or supporter gift, a fundraising or educational tool, and a visual expression of your organization’s values. Whether you are celebrating an anniversary, documenting impact, or honoring the artists and community that shaped your journey, a printed book helps ensure those stories continue to be shared long into the future.
How to Create a Book That Preserves Your Creative Legacy
A meaningful book begins with intention and thoughtful planning. Taking time to clarify your goals, curate your content, and choose the right format will help transform your project into a lasting piece that reflects both your mission and your community.
- Define the story you want to tell: Decide whether your focus is history, impact, community, or a blend of all three.
- Curate your content: Select images, stories, and moments that best represent your journey.
- Choose a format that fits your vision: Square books offer a modern feel and work beautifully for visual storytelling.
- Select finishes that elevate the experience: Details like soft touch lamination add a premium, inviting quality.
- Use our free design tools: Our free Online Design Tool and Adobe templates make it easy to prepare a professional book, even for complex or image rich projects.
Pro Tip: Books celebrating milestones make meaningful gifts for donors, artists, and supporters while also serving as archival pieces for your organization.
Looking Ahead
As Timucua Arts Foundation celebrates 25 years, the organization continues to look forward with the same passion for creativity, inclusivity, and community impact that defined its first quarter century.
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At PrintingCenterUSA, we are honored to help organizations turn their stories into print pieces that preserve legacy and inspire future generations. Start your custom book project at PrintingCenterUSA.
