Galleria
Dunedin Fine Art Center,
1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin,
(727) 298-3322. The works of many
talented local artists, changing gallery
exhibits, a hands-on children’s art museum
and a well-stocked gift shop can be found
at this ever-expanding art center.
Eric Lang Peterson,
St. Petersburg, (727) 415-2464.
Contact Eric for certified appraisals of
your antiques and fine art for estates,
hurricane and other insurance claims,
as well as charitable donations.
By appointment, please.
From Mayan Hands,
2006 2nd Ave. S., St. Petersburg,
(727) 895-1112. Specializing in one-of-a-kind
Mayan folk art, textiles and handicrafts
from living Mayan Indian artists in the
highlands of western Guatemala, this
handmade art includes sculpture, santos,
dance masks, textiles, ceramics and
ceremonial objects. They are open
on Saturdays or by appointment.
Galleria Misto,
100 Indian Rocks Road,
Belleair Bluffs, (727) 559-7767. Galleria
Misto exhibits an exquisite and extensive
collection of works by respected artists of
regional and international acclaim. The
gallery features works that are modern,
passionate and inspiring. Galleria Misto
also provides a full custom framing service.
Gallery 1356,
1356 S. Ft. Harrison Ave.,
Clearwater,
(727) 458-4206. Sculptor J. Harrison Smith’s
studio work space and gallery showrooms
house his own, as well as other artists’
pieces.
Morean Arts Center,
719 Central Avenue,
St. Petersburg,
(727) 822-7872. This is one of Florida’s
premier art experiences with all new gallery
exhibits that include a new art lounge
unlike any other. Located on the eclectic
and artsy Central Avenue and operating
three other facilities in the city, the Morean
is the creative and arts hub of St. Petersburg.
Morean Arts
Center for Clay,
at the Train Station,
420 22nd St. S.,
St. Petersburg, (727) 821-7162.
In combination with Highwater Clays
and St. Pete Clay, the Train Station is
the largest working pottery facility in
the Southeast United States. They offer
supplies, education, studio space and have
an incredible retail store with a massive
selection of locally produced art pottery.
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Morean Arts Center
Glass Studio,
719 Central Ave., St. Petersburg,
(727) 827-4527. Here, you can watch
artisans create one-of-a-kind pieces right
before your eyes during daily glass blowing
demonstrations. They sell unique glass art,
or you can get hands-on and create your
own pieces with their special programs and
classes.
RedZenArt,
St. Petersburg home/studio by appointment,
(727) 445-0555 or (727) 202-8572. Painter
and sculptor Jim Rolston incorporates his
studies of Yin Yang and the teachings of
the Tao into his artwork, as he attempts
to balance texture, line and color.
SwARTz Gallery,
5609 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park,
(727) 421-0553 by appointment.
Clayton Swartz’s new gallery exhibits and
sells his own indoor and outdoor metal
sculptures and mixed media pieces, as
well as works by other artists from various
fields.
Syd Entel Galleries/
Susan Benjamin Glass, etc.,
247 Main St., Safety Harbor,
(727) 725-1808. This art gallery features
an outstanding collection of sculptural
glass by both established and emerging
artists, including works by Steven Maslach,
Duncan McClellan, James Nowak,
Christopher Ries, Brian Brenno and
Michael Cohn/Molly Stone.
MUSEUMS
Appleton Museum of Art,
4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala,
(352) 291-4455. This vibrant cultural
center in the heart of Central Florida
offers one of the finest collections in the
Southeast of European, American and
Contemporary art, plus Asian, African,
Islamic and pre-Columbian artifacts.
The museum also presents a series of
exhibitions, lectures, films, workshops
and concerts.
Armed Forces History Museum,
2050 34th Way North, Largo,
(727) 539-8371. This museum is
dedicated to preserving our military
history and educating the public. It
houses one of the largest collections of
military memorabilia, equipment and
vehicles in the state of Florida.
Chihuly Collection,
400 Beach Dr., St. Petersburg,
(727) 896-4527. This stunning permanent
collection of world-renowned artist
Dale Chihuly’s artwork is in a magnificent
10,000 square-foot setting, designed
specifically for this collection.
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Children’s Art Museum,
1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin,
(727) 298-3322. As part of the Dunedin
Fine Art Center, this museum offers
exhibits exploring art and artists.
Dr.
Carter G. Woodson
African American History Museum,
2240 Ninth Ave. S., St. Petersburg,
(727) 323-1104. This museum’s mission
is to preserve, present and interpret
African American history and to engage
a broad and diverse audience through
these activities.
Dunedin History Museum,
349 Main St., Dunedin,
(727) 736-1176. Named Florida’s
number one medium-sized museum
by the State, this treasure trove of local
artifacts, traveling exhibits and train
memorabilia is located in Dunedin’s
vintage railroad station. Their historic
Andrews Memorial Chapel in Dunedin’s
Hammock Park is available for
christenings, weddings, funerals
and other special events by
calling (727) 271-9673.
Great Explorations
Children’s Museum,
1925 4th St. N. (adjacent to Sunken
Gardens), St. Petersburg, (727) 821-8992.
Their newly developed interactive
exhibits include Great Beginnings,
Beth’s Indoor Beach, Robot Lab, Touch
Tunnel, Express Yourself Art Studio,
a construction site, a child-sized grocery
store and much more. This is one of
St. Petersburg’s secret treasures that
is both educational and fun for all ages.
Closed Mondays during the fall.
Henry B. Plant Museum,
401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa,
(813) 254-1891. Experience the
grandeur of a winter railroad resort that
opened in 1891 as the Tampa Bay Hotel
and is now a National Historic Landmark.
Stroll the grand hallway and enjoy rooms
filled with original Hotel furnishings
from Europe. Realize the elegance of the
Victorian lifestyle as a tourist in
turn-of-the-century Florida.
Heritage Village -
Pinellas County Historical Museum,
11909 125th St. N., Largo, (727) 582-2123.
This 21-acre, open-air living history
village features more than 28 historic
structures, some with costumed guides.
They also have a museum, library,
archives relating to Pinellas County’s
history, nature trail and a gift shop.
Museum of Fine Arts (MFA),
255 Beach Dr. N.E., St. Petersburg,
(727) 896-2667. Featuring diverse
traveling exhibits in addition to its