Arts & Culture in Florida
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A long history and a diverse population lead to a vibrant melting pot of arts and culture here in Florida. And we have so much of it! Our museums showcase the new and the old, the historic and the futuristic, the international and the local. Catch a performance featuring some of the world’s greatest musicians or hang out with unknown artists at one of our local art festivals. Let Broadway come to you on local stages and see the next big exhibit on opening night at a high-end gallery. There’s always a rainy-day excursion or two to keep you excited about living in Florida.
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Countless Curtain Calls in Florida
The arts are alive and thriving on Florida’s stages, from musical performances to stage shows. The Gasparilla Music Festival in Tampa and Panama City’s Gulf Coast Jam bring big names to even bigger stages. Live music festivals are a year-round thing in a state where the vibes are hot and the drinks are cold. Enjoy an evening with the South Florida Symphony or catch the latest tour at Broadway in Orlando. Big cities have large-scale productions like Opera Orlando and Theatre Tallahassee. Other regions have a blend of many cultures influencing them, from Caribbean and Cuban influences in southern Florida to culturally southern musical influences in northern Florida. Whatever your style, there’s something here for you. All that’s left is to snag your ticket before they sell out.
Get Rooted in Florida’s History
Florida boasts a long list of experiences tracing its even longer history, from forts and lighthouses to shipwrecks and curated collections. Learn all about stories, from the Seminoles and other Native American tribes to European colonizers to its inclusion in the United States, and see how Florida culture is rooted in its history. Several destinations in Florida are a part of the U.S. Civil Rights Trail, while cities like Pensacola showcase the Spanish colonial era. The surprisingly isolated Fort Jefferson on Dry Tortugas, Historic Overtown in Miami, and Castillo de San Marcos, in St. Augustine are just a few of the standout sites. After visiting these landmarks in Florida, you’ll feel even more connected to a place that has its own deeply embedded history!
Culture Is Never Far in Florida
Art Basel – one of the largest annual art events in the world – may only happen once a year, but the state is a constant source of inspiration. For Floridians, art is everywhere! Wynwood Walls in Miami, the vibrant streets of Key West and Jacksonville’s CoRK Arts District are just a few examples of the state’s extensive outdoor art scene – made possible by all that good weather and sun! Institutions like the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg and the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine provide world-class exhibits and permanent collections, ensuring you’ll never be far from a day of artistic discovery. Don’t forget to indulge in the smaller, independent galleries and artists you’ll have to discover when you’ve settled into your new home.
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