Museums Tampa Bay Florida
Welcome to the Tampa Bay Florida Museums Directory serving Hernando County, Hillsborough County, Pasco County, & Pinellas County Florida!
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Beach Art Center
Museum Indian Rocks Beach Florida
1515 Bay Palm Blvd.
Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785
(727) 596-4331 | Website
The Beach Art Center is a non-profit membership organization open to anyone who
wishes to experience, support and promote an appreciation of quality visual art
and craft work, both traditional and contemporary.
Dunedin Fine Arts Center & Children's Art Museum
Museum Dunedin Florida
1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 298-3322 | Web Site
The center features changing art exhibits, a gift shop and the David L. Mason
Children's art museum.
Dunedin Historical Museum
Museum Dunedin Florida
349 Main St., Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 736-1176
Old railroad station featuring exhibits of the history of Dunedin & Florida.
Florida Holocaust Museum
Museum St Petersburg Florida
55 5th St. S., Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 820-0100 | 800-960-7448 |
Web Site
Hosts traveling exhibits & a permanent collection on the Holocaust & World War
II.
Florida International Museum
Museum St Petersburg Florida
244 2nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 341-7900 | 800-777-9882 |
Web Site
Florida International Museum has become one of Florida's premier cultural
attractions, having hosted over 2.5 million visitors since it opened in 1995. A
Smithsonian Affiliate, FIM's mission is to bring the world to you through
diverse rotating national and international exhibitions. Winter 2006 features:
Ink & Blood: Sacred Treasures of the Bible thru May 14. The Smithsonian comes to
town from May 25 - September 30, when FIM features Jeweled Objects of Desire
from the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History concurrently with Folk
Art, Fossils and Gilded Bronze: From the Vaults of Florida Smithsonian
Affiliates - The Mary Brogan Museum of Art, Daytona Museum of Arts and Sciences
and South Florida Museum and Planetarium.
Fort De Soto Park
3500 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde, FL 33715
(727) 582-2267 |
Web Site
The beach at Fort De Soto is ranked as America's Best Beach for 2005. The
Quartermaster Storehouse Museum is the newest historical addition to Fort De
Soto Park. It highlights the history of the Fort and the surrounding area. Using
photographs, Army engineering condition reports, and government documents, the
museum is a duplicate in size and scale of the original Quartermaster Storehouse
building. The reconstructed 833-square-foot wooden building was built entirely
by park staff. Fort De Soto Park is the largest county park in the area, with
1,136 acres on five interconnected islands located at the tip of Pinellas County
in Tierra Verde.
Great Explorations, The Children's Museum
Museum St Petersburg Florida
1925 4th Street N., St. Petersburg, FL 33704
(727) 821-8992 | Web
Site
Great Explorations, the children's' museum, is a place where you can be
creative, make discoveries and have FUN! Launch a tennis ball to the top of the
museum, race a car, become a computer animator, have a party, join a workshop,
or just hang out in the coolest place in St. Pete! Something for everyone in a
safe place where kids (and adults) can be kids. Located next to Sunken Gardens,
you can relax, learn and have a great time doing things you can't do anyplace
else.
Gulf Beaches Historical Museum
Museum St Pete Beach Florida
115 10th Avenue, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
(727) 552-1610
The museum's exhibits trace the rich history of the barrier islands. Currently
closed due to repairs.
Gulf Coast Museum of Art
Museum Largo Florida
12211 Walsingham Rd., Largo, FL 33778
(727) 518-1852
Located in the Pinewood Cultural Park, the Museum features permanent and
changing exhibitions of contemporary art created by Florida artists from 1960
forward and fine contemporary craft media objects from the Southeastern U.S.
Educational programs that supplement the exhibitions include lectures, programs,
films, festivals, tours and more. GCMA also offers classes and workshops for
children and adults in ceramics, metalsmithing, painting, sculpture, photography
and drawing. GCMA's hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm; Sunday, 12pm-4pm; and
Closed Monday. Admission is $5 adults, $4 seniors, $3 students, free for
children under 12 and museum members. Free admission on Thursdays. Docent-led
tours are available for groups.
Gulfport Historical Society Museum
Museum Gulfport Florida
5301 28th Ave. S., Gulfport, FL 33707
(727) 327-0505
Built in 1912 as a Methodist church, the museum features preserved items &
history of Gulfport, once the largest incorporated town in the state.
Henry B. Plant Museum
Museum Tampa Florida
401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33606
813-254-1891
Step back in time to the elegance of the Tampa Hotel at the turn of the
19th-20th century.
Heritage Village
Museum Largo Florida
11909 125th St. N., Largo, FL 33774
(727) 582-2123
There are 22 historic structures on scenic grounds, depicting early Florida
lifestyle. This living museum features a fascinating collection of restored
homes and buildings on 21 wooded acres. The historical museum is the centerpiece
of this park and depicts the county?s pioneer lifestyle. Spinning, weaving and
other exhibitions are regularly held.
Indian Rocks Beach Historical Museum
Museum Indian Rocks Beach Florida
203 4th Ave., Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785
(727) 593-3861
Adjacent to Indian Rocks Beach City Hall and is open 2-days a week to the
public.
Inness Paintings
Museum Tarpon Springs Florida
230 Grand Blvd., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
(727) 937-4682
The largest collection of works by famous American landscape artist, George
Inness. November through May, 2 - 5pm.
Kid City
Museum Tampa Florida
7550 N. Blvd., Tampa, FL 33604
813-935-8441
Thirteen chilld-sized buildings containing hands-on, interactive exhibits that
spark imaginations and bring childhood dreams alive.
Leepa-Rattner Museum
Museum Tarpon Springs Florida
600 Klosterman Rd. W., Tarpon Springs, FL 34683
(727) 712-5225
In addition to being a great place to bring your kids and out-of-towners, the
museum has a community room for special events. At the Leepa-Rattner to revisit
the 20th century through art while exploring your creativity.
MOSI-Museum Of Science & Industry
Museum Tampa Florida
4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL 33617
813-987-6074
800-995-6674
The Southeast's largest science center featuring Florida's only IMAX Dome
Theater.
Museum of Fine Arts
Museum St Petersburg Florida
255 Beach Dr. N.E., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 896-2667
This beautiful museum on the St. Petersburg waterfront features the only
comprehensive art collection, from antiquity to the present day, on Florida's
west coast. The collection of 4,000 objects includes significant works by
Cezanne, Monet, Gauguin, Renoir, Rodin, Henri, Bellows and O'Keeffe. It has an
excellent permanent collection of European, American, Pre-Colombian and Asian
Art, plus regular traveling exhibits. And the gardens are not to me missed.
National Armed Services & Law Enforcement Memorial Museum
Museum Dunedin Florida
500 Douglas Ave., Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 734-0700
The National Armed Services & Law Enforcement Memorial Museum (NASLEMM) is an
educational memorial museum honoring those who serve, or have served, in the
U.S. Armed Forces, or in law enforcement (Federal, State, and local).
Pinellas Park Art Society
Museum Pinellas Park Florida
5795 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park, FL 33781
(727) 541-4294
The Pinellas Park Art Society provides and maintains an art center which
includes a free gallery, two classrooms and library to contribute to the
cultural climate of Pinellas Park. There are continuous on-center and off-center
exhibitions of members' work with five open shows each year. Classes and
workshops are offered for students of all ages and skills in painting, drawing
and photography.
Safety Harbor Museum of Regional History
Museum Safety Harbor Florida
329 S. Bayshore Blvd., Safety Harbor, FL 34695
(727) 726-1668
Trace the area's history through many Native American relics & artifacts.
Salvador Dali Museum
Museum St Petersburg Florida
1000 3rd Street S., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 823-3767 | 800-442-3254
The world's most comprehensive collection of permanent works devoted to the
famous Spanish master, plus other exhibits relating to Dali.
Science Center of Pinellas County
Museum St Petersburg Florida
7701 22nd Avenue N., St. Petersburg, FL 33710
(727) 384-0027
Science education for adults and children. Hands on science field trips for
school children; summer science workshops; adult science & computer classes.
Open to the public every Saturday featuring Planetarium shows, 2 alligators,
live animals, a 600 gallon marine touch tank, the replica of a 16th Century
Indian Village, an exhibit of African American Scientists & Inventors, a
hands-on pretend vet office where kids "play" doctor to toy animals, and much
more! Telescope viewings throughout the year.
Seaforth Scottish Museum & Antiques
Museum Dunedin Florida
365 Main St., Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 736-0778
Scottish antiques/memorabilia, targes, dirks, maps, books and traditional
clothing.
Seminole Indian Village & Cultural Center
Museum Tampa Florida
5221 Orient Rd., Tampa, FL 33610
813-623-3519
Features history and exhibits of the Seminole Indians.
St. Pete Beach Art Institute
3300 Pass-A-Grill Way, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
(727) 367-3818
St. Petersburg Museum of History
Museum St Petersburg Florida
335 2nd Avenue N.E., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 894-1052
Displays & exhibits depicting St. Petersburg's past. Also home to an exact
replica of the world's first scheduled commercial airliner.
Tampa Bay Auto Museum
Museum Pinellas Park Florida
3301 Gateway Centre Blvd., Pinellas Park, FL 33782
(727) 579-8226
The museum opened in March 2005 with a unique collection of vintage automobiles
including pioneering front wheel drive and rear engine cars from the 1920s and
?30s. The collection contains many of the significant ?firsts? in automotive
engineering. A special feature at the Museum is the world?s only replica of the
French 1770 Fardier de Cugnot, the world's first self-propelled vehicle.
Tampa Bay History Museum
Museum Tampa Florida
225 S. Franklin St., Tampa, FL 33602
813-228-0097
The Tampa Bay History Center is a focal point for regional pride and identity.
The History Center's mission is to preserve, educate and exhibit the rich
heritage and diverse culture of the Tampa Bay area and historic Hillsborough
County.
Tampa Museum of Art
Museum Tampa Florida
600 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa, FL 33602
813-274-8130
The history of Western Civilization unfolds in the art exhibits of this fine
museum in downtown Tampa.
Tarpon Springs Cultural Center
Museum Tarpon Springs Florida
101 S. Pinellas Ave., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
(727) 942-5605
Facility identifies preserves & promotes the city's heritage, culture & natural
resources.
Tarpon Springs Historical Museum
Museum Tarpon Springs Florida
160 E. Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
(727) 943-4624
Hours: Wed. 9-12; Friday 1-4; Saturday 1-4
The Fort Harrison
Museum Clearwater Florida
210 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756
(727) 467-6860
University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum
Museum Tampa Florida
4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL 33620
813-974-4133
For fine traveling shows of local and national artists, visit the USF campus in
northern Hillsborough County.
Weedon Island Preserve Cultural & Natural History Center
Museum St Petersburg Florida
1800 Weedon Island Dr., St. Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 453-6500
Weedon Island Preserve combines a wonderful nature experience on a site with
fascinating historical significance. The Cultural and Natural Histor Center
features classrooms and exhibit areas designed by anthropologists, historians
and Native Americans to reflect the art and history of the area?s first people.
Weedon Island Preserve is a group of low-lying islands in north St. Petersburg
whose history goes back 10,000 years when early peoples such as the Timucuans
and Manasotas made the island their home. The center combines a look at
artifacts excavated from the site by the Smithsonian in the 1940s, as well as
the chance to experience aspects of Native American culture including dance,
cooking, art, crafts and more. The preserve also includes a nature experience
with a 4-mile canoe trail and 9-mile hiking trail along with a fishing pier and
waterfront picnic sites.
Ybor City State Museum
Museum Tampa Florida
1818 E. 9th Avenue, Tampa, FL 33605
813-247-6323
Tampa's rich immigrant history is preserved in this unique museum, which
includes a recreation of the homes and workplace of the Spanish, Cuban and
Italian communities that played such an integral part in building the city.
