Art displayed in commissioner's Fort Myers office

Lee County Commissioner Tammy Hall is supporting local artists by giving them an opportunity to display their artwork in her Fort Myers office.

Fernandes This month, Maria Fernandes will display her folk art at the downtown District 4 office through Sept. 24.

"The arts are an important part of the cultural development of our community," Hall said. "I believe that government can play an important role in providing assistance in public awareness, developing the use of public spaces for display and interaction of art, and for the encouragement and commitment of continued financial support both public and private of all the arts."

Hall's office is on the first floor of the Old County Courthouse, 2120 Main Street in downtown Fort Myers. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.