Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in University

"Stanley Saitowitz designed this innovative modernist building. The perforated metal jewel box containing the galleries is balanced above a clear-glass pedestal. The centerpiece in the soaring Morsani Atrium is a statement in “upcycling.” German artist Wolfgang Flad shredded art-texts (magazines, books, catalogs) to create a floating papier-mâché sculpture that reconnects the character of the fibers with the organic shapes of trees and branches."

"If you’re looking for something to do on a Saturday morning, drop by The Tampa Museum of Art for a program called Art Spot, a free drop-in program that lets children make art projects inspired by works of art on display in the galleries. There is a different facilitator-guided project each week designed by art instructors. The museum also holds several Family Days each year with activities inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions."

"Gasparilla Plaza Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 274-8130 Website: tampamuseum.org. Hours: Monday – Wednesday, Friday 11am-7pm Thrusday 11am-9pm Saturday & Sunday 11am-5pm. The Tampa Museum of Art, in operation for more than 30 years, collects, preserves and displays 20th century fine art by national and international artists."

"The Cube is one of the top buildings in Florida when it comes to architecture, so visiting FMoPA will be enlightening inside and outside. This museum has a permanent collection of photographs that includes many famous portraits including Ansel Ansel. There are also a collection of iconic photos of Woodstock from 1969 and images from the time that they were building the Panama Canal."

"A highlight of the Tampa art scene, this beloved gallery is one of only a few museums in the US dedicated solely to photography. The museum is located downtown in the architecturally significant Cube, a soaring six-story atrium building. Promoting photographic art as central to our culture, the museum hosts exhibits of both historic and contemporary photography."

"Florida International University or The Wolfsonian-FIU, located in the heart of the Art Deco District of Miami Beach, Florida, is a museum, library and research center."

"The Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement has been under construction for over five years, with multiple delays pushing back the opening date. When it does eventually open, it will be the first museum in the world solely dedicated to the American Arts and Crafts movement, with 50,000 square feet of gallery space devoted to a collection of more than 2,000 items, including furniture, ceramics, glass, textiles, photography, jewelry and more. They’ll also have a restaurant, auditorium, library, banquet hall, graphics studio and darkroom facilities."

"It’s the world’s only museum dedicated solely to the American Arts and Crafts Movement. The American Arts and Craft Movement was born out of fear that the Industrial Revolution would rob the population of personally crafted goods and culture. It focuses on beauty and function, with works that are simple in design, handcrafted, and true to the natural world."

"The University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum (USFCAM) has different art exhibits from around the world. The exhibits are constantly changing, so you can keep returning and see new things on display. They work alongside the College of the Arts to introduce students, teachers, and the community to new trends in art and culture."

"There's lots more to do: stroll through Clearwater Beach, browse the different shops at Treasure Trove Mini Mall & Consignments, view the masterpieces at Stirlng Art Studios and Gallery, and explore the world behind art at The Ringling. To see photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Clearwater tour planner."

"If you're vacationing in Tampa and are looking for a beach close by that offers powdery white sand for lounging, calm water for cooling off and shelters for picnics, then Davis Beach is for you. This is the closest beach to downtown Tampa and the locals' favorite tailgate spot. Davis offers ideal proximity to the airport for travelers who value efficiency."

"If you're vacationing in Tampa and are looking for a beach close-by that offers powdery white sand for lounging, calm water for cooling off and shelters for picnics, then Davis Beach is for you. This is the closest beach to downtown Tampa and the locals' favorite tailgate spot. Davis offers ideal proximity to the airport for travelers who value efficiency."

"Great selection of dim sum, with the added plus of seafood boil bags next door that they serve in the restaurant!"

"Hidden in a Clearwater shopping mall is Acqua Alta Ristorante, a hole in the wall Italian restaurant serving big flavor in a quaint shop. Their menu is super unique, offering traditional Italian fare that you might not find at your normal chain restaurant. Our favorite has to be their Antipasti – with choices like Italian Style Grilled Octopus, with rosemary olive oil, garlic, and fried potatoes."

"Ristorante Acqua Alta is an Italian restaurant in Clearwater, Florida, between Old Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Owners Patrizia and Paolo have perfected their menu using Italian cooking techniques, locally sourced produce and ingredients, and sustainable proteins. The restaurant specializes in dishes ranging from Cicchetti to Tramezzini to authentic Venetian main courses."