50 Artworks for 50 Years at the Museum of Fine Arts
Sept. 19 – March 13
Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays, noon to 5p.m.
255 Beach Dr. NE
An event where the title says it all, this gallery displays 50 art pieces from various donors in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Museum of Fine Arts. With a variety of mediums, visitors can expect to see paintings, sculptures and vases. MFA offers a college student discount, bringing the cost down to $10.
Escher at the Dali Museum
Aug. 22 – Jan. 3
Friday through Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
1 Dali Blvd
An exhibit entirely devoted to the works of M.C. Escher can be found on the second floor of the Dali Museum. This collection of 135 works includes prints, drawings, wood blocks and ink sketches. USF St. Petersburg students have free admission to the museum with a valid student ID.
Along the Way at St. Pete Artworks
Oct. 13 – Nov. 14
Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am. to 5 p.m. and Sundays noon to 4 p.m.
635 Central Avenue
Along the Way features a collection of original paintings by Florida-based artist Elizabeth Barenis. The works represent her journey through life to her present location in St. Petersburg. The reception is free and open to the public.
For information, call (727) 710-7716 or visit www.stpeteartworks.com
Marks Made: Prints by American Women Artists at the Museum of Fine Arts
Oct. 17 – Jan. 24
Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Thursdays until 8 p.m. with $5 admission after 5 p.m.) and Sundays, noon to 5 p.m.
255 Beach Dr. NE
A celebration of women and their role in American printmaking, this exhibit features artists such as Anni Albers, Helen Frankenthaler and Joan Mitchell. With more than 90 works, the gallery displays pieces from the 1960s to the present. College student admission costs $10 with a valid student ID.
For information, call (727) 896-2667 or visit www.fine-arts.org.
