GREEN BENCH BREWING THE FAIRGROUNDS ST. PETE the innovative dishes and cocktails of Wild Child. For craft brews, head to Hawthorne’s Bottle Shoppe. IMAGINE MUSEUM New kids on the block: The Factory, a co-op of sorts, includes The Fairgrounds St. Pete, an immersive art experience; Daddy Kool Records; and a space for rotating art shows. Not in a warehouse: The Morean Center for Clay occupies a historic train depot and features art classes as well as wares from more than 50 artists. shopping opportunities. Cultural landmarks: The starting point of the African American Heritage Trail, the Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American Museum delves into works created from pride and heritage. Iconic murals include “Jazz,” a tribute to Ella Fitzgerald by Zulu Painter, Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong by Herbert Davis and the Black Lives Matter street mural. Fur-friendly: The Dog Bar and Sunshine City Catfé provide fun with our favorite nonhuman compan-ions. The Dog Bar invites patrons to bring their best friends, and the Catfe supplies young felines of their own for your enjoyment. EDGE DISTRICT ‘Florida’s Best Neighborhood’? The award-winning, strollable, art-filled downtown EDGE District has won 15 Florida Secretary of State Awards for Outstanding Main Street programs, businesses and volunteers. A cherished hangout: Green Bench Brewing keeps families entertained with lawn amusements and ample space to play. Rent bikes from Coast Bike Share or scooters at Veo Ride Share, or hop on the Central Avenue Trolley. A mural mecca: Vibrant murals cover the district. THE DEUCES LIVE DISTRICT Vibrant and victorious: A persistently evolving community of predominantly Black-owned businesses clusters around historic 22nd Street South, an area known as the Deuces. Engaging the community: Deuces Live events engage the community and visitors with a wide range of entertainment and local GRAND CENTRAL DISTRICT An inclusive vibe: Grand Central reps its LGBTQ+ business community with pride and is home to the Pride Street Carnival every June. Culture and cuisine: Imagine Museum displays some of the highest-profile glass art in the region. Grab a bite at the colorful Casita Taqueria or enjoy VISITSTPETECLEARWATER.COM 41
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