If you are heading south to Florida for your next vacation, consider staying at a St. George condo rental. St. George Island is a secluded barrier island which has many art galleries and different historic cultures. Close to St. George rentals is Pensacola, Florida's most western city which is visited each year by thousands of tourists.
Pensacola, Florida
The Pensacola Museum of Art (407 South Jefferson Street, Pensacola, FL 32501) has many works of art by artists such as Alex Katz and Alexander Calder. This building's architecture goes back to 1925, the Spanish Revival Period of Art, and used to be a prison. In 1954, it became a museum.
You will enjoy seeing all of the beautiful art this museum has to offer, and it is not too far from your St. George condo rental. Hours: Open Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m. The Museum is closed on Mondays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Easter Sunday
Admission is free to members and to children ages 10 and under. Adult cost is $5.00. Both students with ID and active duty military pay only $2.00. For additional information, call (850) 432-6247.
Nina Fritz Gallery
Nina Fritz Gallery (775 Woodbine Drive, Pensacola, FL 32503) is well known for Nina's seascapes and portraits. If you are interested in obtaining a beautiful seascape painting, you will not be disappointed by the large selection this gallery has to offer. Call (850) 433-0979 to set up an appointment for a self-portrait or family portrait.
Belmont Arts and Cultural Center
In the city of Belmont, tourists to the area are ecstatic to learn about the different types of classes available at Belmont Arts and Cultural Center (401 N Reus Street, Pensacola, 32501) such as painting in acrylics, making your own jewelry, and making stained glass windows. You can also enjoy classes such as glass bead making, pottery on the wheel, and glass blowing.
A glass blowing class called "Make your own Glass Souvenir" requires a minimum of four people and costs $50 per person. An all-day beginner's glass blowing class will cost $150 per person but requires a minimum of three people and are available by appointment only.
Studio Hours: Tuesday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday 10 to 2:00 p.m/; and Sat 9 to 1 p.m.
Call for any additional information or to make an appointment at (850) 429-1222.
Garth's Antiques and Auction Gallery
If you are interested in antique art and antique furniture, you will want to check out Garth's Antiques and Auction Gallery located on Navy Blvd. in Pensacola. Here you are able to view and bid on unusual pieces of antique furniture you wish to possess. Garth's has a variety of unusual things; you are sure to find something perfect just for you. Call (850) 456-7192 3930 to get additional information.
The Arts & Design Society (ADSO) of Fort Walton Beach
ADSO's purpose is to support, motivate and encourage artists and their art in all of its phases while educating the public about art culture. This Society showcases the art of its affiliate artists which include paintings in acrylic and oils, photography, pottery, and sculpting, to mention a few. There is also an art school center where both classes and workshops are available for all ages.
This non-profit organization is located at 17 First Street, SE Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. There are monthly luncheons held every last Wednesday of the month in the gallery at 11:30 a.m.; the cost is $12; call to make reservation. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Friday 12 to 4 p.m.; Saturday 1 to 4 p.m.; closed Sundays, Mondays and Holidays.
Big Mama's Hula Girl Gallery
Located on the main campus of Santa Rosa Beach in Florida, Big Mama's Hula Girl Gallery is a fun place to spend the day. You'll be surprised at the materials used to make such items as crafted jewelry, pottery, sculpture, and mosaics. Items sell between $40.00 and $10,000. Big Mama also offers pet portraits, a favorite of animal lovers.
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