Arts, Culture & Theatre

For more than 60 years, the Longboat Key Center for the Arts has provided programming that inspires creativity, enhances cultural understanding, and brings together a community of like-minded individuals in celebration of the arts staying true to the legacy of the early founders. A division of Ringling College of Art & Design and located in historic Longbeach Village at the north end of Longboat Key, the Center offers quality arts-based… Continue Reading Longboat Key Center for the Arts

Weather not cooperating with your beach plans? Don’t worry, you can always check out the latest Hollywood blockbuster. But, before you leave be sure to check the websites listed for updated hours of operation and pricing. Note the distance from Anna Maria Island starts at the Coastal Cottages AMI office (9908 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria), so depending on the location of  your rental property, your distance may be different. Regal… Continue Reading Movie Theatres

Anna Maria Island’s cultural art gallery and event facility, The Studio at Gulf and Pine, offers an eclectic array of exhibits, instructional classes, lectures and the Einstein Circle and serves as a salon where artists and art aficionados interact. Founded by former First Lady of Florida, Rhea Chiles, part of the Studio’s permanent collection consists of the Chiles family collection of paintings which hung in the governor’s office. Equipped with… Continue Reading The Studio at Gulf and Pine

The Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island, a non-profit organization, was formed in 1989 with a goal to promote and support creative processes by bringing together all artists – visual and performing and writers – to share experiences, expertise and work together to develop and promote the artistic community on the island. They held the first weekend art festival on Anna Maria Island that fall. In February 1990, The Artists’… Continue Reading Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island | The Artists’ Guild Gallery

A rich variety of art by talented local artists awaits the art lover at Island Gallery West. Located in Holmes Beach in the heart of Anna Maria Island, where the works of nearly 30 local artists, artisans, and craftspeople are on display. We offer paintings, photographs, mixed media, ceramic arts, stained glass, pottery, fiber art, decorative tiles, jewelry, notecards a,nd more. The works of a different artist are featured each… Continue Reading Island Gallery West

Whether you are an artist or a first timer with no artistic background, once you step through our door, you will feel your creative juices flowing at Arts A Blaze Studio in Bradenton. Adults and children of all ages are welcome to come and create in a warm and inviting atmosphere. With its large selection of bisque you are sure to find that perfect piece whether it’s something to fill… Continue Reading Arts A Blaze Studio

Not too far from Anna Maria Island, the Museum of Fine Arts is located in St. Petersburg, Florida, in the heart of downtown’s scenic waterfront. Its permanent collection contains a variety of objects from 4,500 years of civilization and is the only collection of its kind on Florida’s West Coast. The purpose of the museum is to increase and diffuse knowledge and appreciation of art, to collect and preserve objects… Continue Reading Museum of Fine Arts

Located next to Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota, Asolo Repertory Theatre (Asolo Rep)  is Florida’s premier professional theatre and is a major force in Sarasota’s rich arts scene. Asolo Rep stages up to fifteen productions every season with more that 100 artists, technical craftsmen, and administrative staff all coming together with award-winning directors, designers, and guest artists to bring a diverse repertoire of plays and productions. Asolo Rep also has an… Continue Reading Asolo Repertory Theatre

Located directly on the Sarasota Bay, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall presents a broad spectrum of the world’s finest performing artists, meeting the diverse needs of all of Southwest Florida’s residents and visitors. Providing entertainment for more than 42 years, the Hall has a long tradition of presenting spectacular Broadway musicals, top national and international performers, world-class symphony orchestras and a compelling mix of classical, modern and ethnic dance.… Continue Reading Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Experience the world of painter Salvador Dali, and explore his complexity and learn why he is known for popularizing the movement known as Surrealism. The building itself is a work of art, designed to complement the pieces it holds within. Explore the three galleries that hold 96 of Dali’s paintings on display all at once, as well as some of this other works including surrealist objects, prints, and drawings. The… Continue Reading The Dali Museum