THREE TO SEE: Check out the installations Ruby Red Icicle Chandelier, Mille Fiori and Ikebana as they shine vibrant hues in dramatically lit galleries. Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement Featuring work from an important private collection, it is the first museum in the world dedicated to the Arts and Crafts movement. The stunning modern architecture and well-presented collection of the 137,000-square-foot, five-story museum showcases the handcrafted furniture, pottery, lighting, photography, and paintings of the period from 1890 to 1930. THREE TO SEE: The building: This architectural marvel includes an egg-shaped ovoid structure and spiral staircase wrapped in Venetian plaster. Architects Gallery: See works from members of the Prairie School, including Frank Lloyd Wright, George Grant Elmslie and George Washington Maher. Incredible installations: Entire rooms from the movement have been painstakingly restored and installed at the museum, including the Culbert-son House Entry Hall from Pasadena, California. Q&A WITH CELESTE E. DAVIS DIRECTOR OF ARTS, CULTURE & TOURISM, CITY OF ST. PETERSBURG Fairgrounds St. Pete A magical, art-meets-technology immersive experience awaits in a 15,000-square-foot space in the Warehouse Arts District. Celebrating “weird, wacky and wonderful Florida,” the attraction is centered around the Mermaid Star Motel, where there is a mystery to solve through a choose-your-own-adventure journey through environments entirely created by artists. THREE TO SEE: CENTCOM , a Twistee Treat-shaped spaceship filled with interactive gaming elements that respond to motion created by the Fairgrounds team, and glitch art. Shrimpfinity , the installation that celebrates the pink crustacean with an oversized shrimp cocktail and a “shrimpy” soundtrack created by artist duo Milagros Collective. The Bait Ball, an 8-foot-tall “zoetrope” that blends 3D printing, light, motion and sounds that simulate fish swimming alongside visitors, made by local artist Devon Brady. What makes the arts scene in St. Pete/Clearwater exceptional? St. Pete/Clearwater boasts a diverse arts scene that stands out as one of the most eclectic in Florida. St. Pete's 11 museums, 165-plus captivating street murals, numerous art galleries, professional symphony orchestra and opera company, professional and community theaters, and multiple performing arts venues, combined with a plethora of experiences spanning glassblowing, clay throwing and literary festivals has created an arts scene that caters to all artistic sensibilities for both residents and visitors. What do you think would surprise visitors about the St. Pete arts scene? Visitors to St. Pete are often surprised by the seamless integration of art into our neighborhoods. While many are familiar with the world-class museums and SHINE murals downtown, what surprises them is the artistry woven throughout the city's various neighborhoods and communities. St. Pete showcases a dynamic and global artistic influence that extends throughout the entire city. What aspect of the local arts scene stands out most? The standout feature of St. Pete's local arts scene is its ability to provide comprehensive artistic experiences for both residents and visitors. Whether you're immersing yourself in the symphony, delving into modern art, marveling at intricate glass sculptures at one of our six glass art experiences, tapping your feet to the rhythm of jazz at our award-winning Pier, or enjoying a Shakespeare play in the park – St. Pete truly has it all! CHIHULY COLLECTION FAIRGROUNDS ST. PETE St. Petersburg Museum of History Perched on the St. Pete Pier, the more than 100-year-old museum delivers interesting history about the Sunshine City, including its pioneering role in aviation. It continues to evolve to reflect the VISITSPC .COM 59
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