Thank you, May Pang - The Lost Weekend Photo Exhibit March 2026

Thank You: Our Inaugural Weekend With May Pang at The Grotto

We are still processing what just happened, in the best way.

This weekend marked a major milestone for The Grotto at Stoneybrook West, and it felt surreal to watch everything come together so beautifully. We hosted our inaugural event, welcomed guests from near and far, and created the kind of experience that confirms why we built this space in the first place.

Finishing Touches and a Real "We're Doing This" Moment

For those who have been following our build, you know it has been a steady push toward the finish line. We are in the final phase of construction and completing the last details that turn a project into a place. Hosting this event while we're in the finishing touches stage was ambitious, but it turned out to be the perfect "proof" weekend. The Grotto is real, it's active, and it's ready for what's next.

A Grateful Thank You to May Pang

We are deeply grateful to May Pang for trusting us with this exhibition and for generously sharing her work and story. Meeting May and hearing her speak about her life with John Lennon was unforgettable. Her photographs gave guests an intimate look into a very specific moment in cultural history, and it was a privilege to experience that here in Winter Garden.

Thank You to the Community

To everyone who attended, supported, shared posts, brought friends, and helped spread the word: thank you. The energy throughout the weekend was warm, curious, and genuinely special. We heard so many compliments and thoughtful reflections, and it meant everything to see people connect with the work and with the space.

This event reminded us that communities don't just "show up." They're built through shared experiences, and we are honored that you showed up for ours.

What's Next: Membership Onboarding Is Starting Now

Now that our inaugural weekend is complete, we are moving into the next phase: onboarding members and welcoming creatives into the space.

If you are an artist or creative who has been watching from the sidelines, this is the moment to reach out. We are now scheduling tours and beginning orientations, and artists joining us can start planning their move-in.

Membership starts at $525/month, month-to-month, and includes 3 hours of classroom time each month to support members who want to teach.

Book a tour here: TOUR LINK 
📍 The Grotto at Stoneybrook West
12572 Stoneybrook West Parkway, Winter Garden, FL 34787

321-236-1970

Interested in Hosting an Exhibit or Event?

If you are interested in collaborating with The Grotto on a future exhibit, talk, workshop, or community event, we would love to hear from you. We are actively building a calendar of meaningful, well-curated experiences.

Featured In (Media Coverage)

We are grateful to the media partners who helped share the story of this weekend:

• Orlando Weekly: https://www.orlandoweekly.com/arts/live-active-cultures/may-pangs-photos-give-viewers-an-inside-look-at-john-lennons-1974-disney-trip/

• Spectrum News 13: https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2026/03/20/john-lennon-may-pang-candid-photo-exhibition-the-lost-weekend

• FOX 35 Orlando: https://www.fox35orlando.com/video/fmc-f8m2e33jtpeov4rc

• iHeart / Newsradio WFLA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/473-good-morning-orlando-26915576/episode/may-pang-joins-good-morning-orlando-327549926/

• BroadwayWorld: https://www.broadwayworld.com/orlando/article/May-Pang-to-Exhibit-John-Lennons-Rare-Photos-at-Free-Event-in-Winter-Garden-Florida-20260302

A Final Thank You

This weekend was a gift. Thank you again to May Pang, to our partners, and to the community that showed up with such enthusiasm and kindness. We're proud of what we've built and even more excited about what's next.

If you've been meaning to see The Grotto, now is the time.

Book a tour: [TOUR LINK]

Location: Winter Garden, FL