Free 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."

"If you’ve got younger tykes in your group, Dinosaur World in Plant City will be a big hit. It’s located about an hour’s drive outside of Kissimmee. Kids of all ages will love discovering fossils at the Fossil Dig and uncovering a life-size skeleton at the Boneyard."

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"Making their own kind of masterpiece’s is Tryst, located across the street from the Fine Arts Museum. This restaurant’s interior features ensconced hanging lights, tables adorned with candles and flowers, and a massive bar with open windows to serve the outside guest. The outside dining area features table-top canopy’s, views to the inside of the restaurant, and lounge chairs for the guest who just want to sit back and enjoy the surroundings."

"Now, if you want the ultimate in culinary talent and the best selection of drinks, then you’ll want to head on over to Tryst Gastro Lounge. Tryst Gastro Lounge makes our list of the best bars in Saint Petersburg because it excels in fine dining and elevated beverages. The cuisine is splendid and the lounge is absolutely divine."

"Tryst Gastro Lounge gives a modern twist on global eats, specializing on amazing Mediterranean food. Their Victorian inspired bar and restaurant gives a relaxing outpost for drinks and dinner. Their beautiful bar is perfect to meet with coworkers for a night out or for a fancy but chill date night."

"SoHo Wellness & Med Spa is a unique day spa that offers a full range of services designed to address an individual's body, mind and skin. Body services include a selection of massages including hot stone, therapeutic, and Swedish, and customized facials. The facility also boasts an infrared sauna to enjoy before or after your treatment."

"If you are looking for a place where you could get some beauty enhancements, SOHO Wellness & Med Spa is the place to be. It specializes in medical esthetics, offering fillers, micro-needling, peels, threads, and a whole lot more. There are also many spa treatments and packages here."