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Northern Florida Cultural Tours
August 27, 2008
One of my all-time favorite pastimes is exploring a new location. Whether it’s halfway across the world or a new neighborhood in my town, I always feel best with a map, guidebook, or better yet a tour guide. There is nothing better than having a local expert show you some of the quirky and unknown history of a place.... more
Calling All Artists: Final Juried Exhibition at the Historic Elliot Museum
August 25, 2008
Many artists dream of having their work shown in front of eager and attentive audiences. Luckily for Florida-based artists, a local museum with deep historical roots is getting in on the act. Curators at more
Clyde Butcher's Iconic Landscape Photography
August 13, 2008
On a recent road trip down to the Florida Keys, I was taken aback by the beauty of Florida’s natural landscape.... more
Art and Jazz on the Avenue
August 11, 2008
This Thursday August 14th, downtown Delray Beach will become a spectacle of cultural activity during the summer “Art and Jazz on the Avenue” celebration.... more
Wolfsonian-FIU Summer Film Series on Miami Beach
August 04, 2008
Picture this: sunny days, hours spent with friends and family in a car, radio turned up, maps unfolded – nothing defines summer better than a great road trip!
 
Miami Beach’s Wolfsonian-FIU Museum pays homage to great road trip movies in this year’s special summer film series.... more
Local Art Showcase in the Pineapple Grove Arts District
July 29, 2008
There’s nothing more important to the spirit of culture within a community than its local artists. The Pineapple Arts District in downtown more
A Spanish Experience in St. Augustine
July 25, 2008
When one thinks of Spain, sangria, amazing architecture and flamenco dancing generally come to mind. But did you know that you don’t actually have to book a flight to experience the best that country has to offer? For a Spanish holiday at a fraction of the cost, book a flight to more
Portrait Art for Your Pet
July 20, 2008
Contemporary art has traditionally featured people, landscapes or abstract concepts. But what about our pets? Surely Whiskers and Fido deserve a chance to appreciate arts and culture too!

Luckily for us, Sam Charles, an innovative artist from the United Kingdom, is helping Floridians immortalize man’s best friends in a tasteful and interesting way.

With his work currently on display at the more

Drawing Showdown and Sunday ArtFusion @ MOCA Jacksonville
July 10, 2008
Whoever said artists weren’t competitive?
 
This Friday and Saturday, “Drawdown, MOCA Drawing Marathon” at Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville pits the state’s top artists against each other in a battle of wills.... more
Pop art and Brazilian Carnival This Week at the Boca Museum of Art
July 02, 2008
Care to be transported to the days of Studio 54 and the Pop Art movement? Or would you prefer a temporary escape to the breathtaking lands of Brazil? Residents and visitors to Palm Beach County are in luck this week as Pop Art and Brazilian culture take center stage at the more
New Arts & Culture Expert
July 01, 2008
Hi everyone!
 
As this is my first blog as the Arts & Culture expert for VISIT FLORIDA, I would like to say that I am extremely excited to share the unlimited variety of cultural activities that Florida has to offer with readers. After travelling the world covering the arts, I have settled in Florida because of the wealth of diversity here. Not only a great vacation destination, Florida boasts a rich history and major influence in the arts world.... more
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Rayme's picks
The Salvador Dalí Museum
The Salvador Dalí Museum ... Watch
Wax figures at the President's Hall of Fame
Wax figures of some of our nation's former presidents gather around a dining table at the President's Hall of Fame. ... View
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens in Fort Lauderdale ... View
Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in Lakeland
The largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright's architecture is in the Central Florida city of Lakeland. Here, the Annie Pfeiffer Chapel, completed in 1941. ... View
Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens is located in the Riverside Avondale historic district ... Read More
 
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