The best arts & culture spots in Winter Haven

33 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Chihuly Collection

Arts & Culture

Chihuly Collection is a permanent showcase of Dale Chihuly’s glass art, presented in a building designed around the work, from an iconic…

720 Central Ave (St. Petersburg) · ✓ checked Jul 28

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

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ArtReach Orlando

Arts & Culture

ArtReach Orlando turns art into a healing superpower for local youth, and their public programs make it easy to plug in too. Think Artists…

1000 Arlington St (Orlando)

ArtReach Orlando turns art into a healing superpower for local youth, and their public programs make it easy to plug in too.

From the Orlando newsletter, August 3, 2026

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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,…

110 W Gasparilla Plaza (Tampa) · ✓ checked Jul 31

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

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WEPA DANCE STUDIO

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If your week needs a little sabor, Wepa Dance Studio teaches beginner and intermediate salsa that makes social dancing feel natural and…

4300 Clarcona Ocoee Rd Ste 401 (Orlando)

If your week needs a little sabor, Wepa Dance Studio teaches beginner and intermediate salsa that makes social dancing feel natural and fun. Head over this week to learn fundamentals, sharpen your turns and timing, then level up with their Ladies Team for choreography, confidence and that unstoppable dance-floor grin.

From the Apopka newsletter, August 8, 2026

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5-story museum focused on the history of Central Florida, with some interactive exhibits.

65 E Central Blvd (Orlando)

5-story museum focused on the history of Central Florida, with some interactive exhibits.

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Free-admission historical landmark housed inside The Angebilt Building.

37 N Orange Ave (Orlando)

Free-admission historical landmark housed inside The Angebilt Building.

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The Dalí Museum

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

1 Dali Blvd (St. Petersburg)

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

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Tampa Museum of Art

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

120 W Gasparilla Plaza (Tampa)

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

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

55 5th St S (St. Petersburg)

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

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Theatre Winter Haven

Arts & Culture

Theater presenting live productions including shows for children.

210 Cypress Gardens Blvd

Theater presenting live productions including shows for children.

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Haines City Theatre

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Intimate venue presenting live performances, including musicals like "The Sound of Music".

303 Ledwith Ave (Haines City)

Intimate venue presenting live performances, including musicals like "The Sound of Music".

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Tony Brent tackles magic tricks & improv during this interactive act paired with casual eats.

9067 International Dr (Orlando)

Tony Brent tackles magic tricks & improv during this interactive act paired with casual eats.

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Florida CraftArt

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

501 Central Ave (St. Petersburg) · ✓ checked Aug 6

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

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

4801 E Fowler Ave (Tampa)

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

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

705 Channelside Dr (Tampa)

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

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Henry B. Plant Museum

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

401 W Kennedy Blvd (Tampa)

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

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Small museum dedicated to American art, with a lakeside sculpture garden on its manicured grounds.

900 E Princeton St (Orlando)

Small museum dedicated to American art, with a lakeside sculpture garden on its manicured grounds.

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

801 Water St (Tampa)

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

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Austin Historical

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Company specializing in the restoration and repair of historic wood and steel windows.

2113 S Division Ave (Orlando)

Company specializing in the restoration and repair of historic wood and steel windows.

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Space Ape Studios

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Relaxed location for recording artists, podcasts and photo shoots.

1920 Verano Dr (Haines City)

Relaxed location for recording artists, podcasts and photo shoots.

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Museum of Fine Arts

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

255 Beach Dr NE (St. Petersburg)

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

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

201 1st St NE (St. Petersburg)

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

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Vast museum filled with classic, rare and famous cars and TV vehicles.

5250 International Dr (Orlando)

Vast museum filled with classic, rare and famous cars and TV vehicles.

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Confectionery center with chocolate & wine tastings & models of world landmarks made from chocolate.

11701 International Dr #400 (Orlando)

Confectionery center with chocolate & wine tastings & models of world landmarks made from chocolate.

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

253 5th Ave N (St. Petersburg)

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

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

335 2nd Ave NE (St. Petersburg)

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

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Cracker Country

Arts & Culture

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

4800 US-301 (Tampa)

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

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This museum dedicated to the Titanic offers artifacts, re-creations of the ship & guided tours.

7324 International Dr (Orlando)

This museum dedicated to the Titanic offers artifacts, re-creations of the ship & guided tours.

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

150 Central Ave (St. Petersburg)

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

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Orlando Museum of Art

Arts & Culture

Visiting exhibits join modern American graphics & African artifacts in a contemporary space.

2416 N Mills Ave (Orlando)

Visiting exhibits join modern American graphics & African artifacts in a contemporary space.

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CityArts

Arts & Culture

Funky gallery collective with monthly, varied exhibitions from local & international artists.

39 S Magnolia Ave (Orlando)

Funky gallery collective with monthly, varied exhibitions from local & international artists.

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Jannus Live

Arts & Culture

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

200 1st Ave N Ste 206 (St. Petersburg)

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

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The Bunker

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Museum devoted to Vietnam War era military equipment, memorabilia, and veterans.

3400 N Tanner Rd (Orlando)

Museum devoted to Vietnam War era military equipment, memorabilia, and veterans.

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