The best arts & culture spots in Land O' Lakes

“Chihuly Collection is a permanent showcase of Dale Chihuly’s glass art, presented in a building designed around the work, from an iconic 20-foot entrance piece to the Ruby Red Icicle Chandelier and Persians, Macchia, and Niijima Floats.”

From the St. Petersburg newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Whether your kid wants to belt show tunes, you’re finally dusting off that piano dream, or the household drummer needs real chops, Tampa Music School - Wesley Chapel covers voice, piano, guitar, drums, strings, and even steel drums through private and group lessons. Nudge the hobby into action this week.”

From the Plant City newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Let the kids shop the Publix exhibit, build cozy fort kingdoms, and go nose-to-nose with Big John, the world’s largest Triceratops fossil, at Glazer Children's Museum. Easy local win for parents, big creative energy for kids, and guaranteed after-nap stories.”

From the Tampa Bay newsletter, August 6, 2026

“When something sounds off, The Repair Shop at The Lesson Company brings instruments back to life with pricing posted right on their page and the bonus of being inside a place that actually teaches music. Keep practice on track this week, then maybe book a lesson to polish things up.”

From the Spring Hill newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Extensive collection of surrealist art by Salvador Dalí housed in a building with 900 glass panels.”

“Waterfront space with translucent ceilings & polished stone floors housing modern & classical art.”

“This museum documents the Holocaust, with special emphasis on the stories of local survivors.”

“Exhibition space & studios in an old department store for nonprofit organization supporting artists.”

“Interactive exhibits on biology & earth science, as well as a ropes course & a planetarium.”

“Fully restored warship from WWII & the Vietnam War now housing exhibits on maritime history.”

“Landmark building hosting exhibits on Florida's early tourism industry plus Asian & European art.”

“Sprawling history museum chronicles Tampa with interactive exhibits, maps, films & special events.”

“Exhibits spanning 4,000 years, including African art, European paintings & American photography.”

“Curated collection featuring handmade items like jewelry and ornaments alongside vintage pieces.”

“Grand brick performing-arts center in a circa-1925 former church presenting plays, films & more.”

“City's history museum with artifacts, photos & an exhibit on the beginning of commercial air travel.”

“Living Florida pioneer museum with original & replica period buildings & staff in costume.”

“Gallery displaying contemporary Western, Native American, frontier & wildlife paintings & sculpture.”

“Jammed courtyard music scene showcases touring bands plus local acts & DJs, with bars & casual eats.”