This exhibit of Charles Knight paintings is displayed in the Florida Museum's Hall of Florida Fossils: Evolution of Life and Land.

All members of the Andrew County community are welcome to visit your museum every Tuesday morning for good coffee and good conversation.

A lovely historical timeline exhibit featuring never before seen photos and memorabilia from early Coral Gables. Curated by historian and author, Arva Moore Parks. The exhibit is housed at the Old Spanish Village Sales Gallery, 2901 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, in the building that served as Coral Gables' original Art and Architecture Center. Open free to the public Wednesdays and Sundays from 1:00 - 4:00pm. For additional information or to schedule a group tour, call 305-910-3996 or visit www.coralgablesmuseum.org.

NEWLY EXTENDED! Cattle Keepers: The Heritage of Seminole Cattle Ranching examines the history of the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s cattle industry. The Seminole cattle industry has its roots in the beginning of the 16th century when the Spanish brought cattle to Florida and continues on today as one of the leading cattle processors in the state of Florida. Come examine this storied history which is not only part of Seminole history but of the entire state of Florida.

These exciting and practical workshops travel to your area at your request delivering needed resources for board education right to your museum doorstep.

Come see the new exhibit at the Fort Lauderdale History Center Learn about Frank Lloyd Wright’s connection to Fort Lauderdale!

This exhibit highlights the role of butterflies in the belief system and art of contemporary Zuni people, Native Americans who live in the high desert of the American southwest. Many Zuni traditional arts feature butterflies and moths, and this tradition continues today in their fine arts, crafts and tourist art forms. Pieces in the exhibit include jewelry, paintings, small carvings and various selections of pottery.

This dynamic exhibit promises to be a hit for one and all! Ask anyone from locals to internationals and Derby is about one thing--- the HATS of course and the fashion too. In April 2009, the exhibit will open with gowns worn to various galas in the city. Donned by members of high society and celebrities, these gowns will showcase the flavor and elegance of Derby season. In the summer of 2009, the exhibit will transition to Derby day attire highlighting the splendid hats, accessories and outfits worn from Millionaire’s Row down to the Winner’s Circle. From seersucker to florals, these fashions will focus on the best of the best from red carpet to Twin Spires.

Ride Steam cars, antique trains, steam popped popcorn, museum tours, grounds and gardens; First Sundays June to November and Nov 27 & 28, 2009

This exhibition contains forty-seven photographs produced from the original negatives taken by Florence Randle and her niece Phyllis Sheffield, who commercial photographers with a studio in Coconut Grove, Florida in the 1940’s. These photographs chronicle the lives of the Seminole people who lived along the Tamiami Trail and in the Musa Isle Indian Village during the 1940's and 50's. The photographs are on loan from the South Florida Community College Museum of Florida Art and Culture and are further enhanced with artifacts from the museum's collection that closely relate to them.

This exhibition is the fourth in a series of exhibitions over two years that demonstrates the role of the Principles of Design within artworks from the Museum’s Permanent Collection. The last two exhibitions will focus on Contrast and Movement. This exhibit will focus on rhythm, which is the alternation or duplication of elements in the artwork to produce movement, pattern and/or texture.

Sometimes the best description for an artwork or object is simply, "beautiful." In this exhibition, PMoA will bring out the most beautiful works from its Permanent Collection. The exhibition will include a cross-section of all of the cultures represented within the Museum's collection.

America Goes to War: Military and Civilian Fashion from Span-Am to Desert Storm, features uniforms and civilian attire of both sexes from the United States' international conflicts, including the Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, Korea, Viet Nam and Desert Storm.

Please come for our special Sunday tours. Docent Tours of the Oglethorpe University Museum of Art every Sunday at 2 p.m.

Organized by The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. The landscapes of Giovanni Antonio Canal (1697-1768) are arguably the most familiar artistic products of 18th century Venice. Venice in the Age of Canaletto will consider Canaletto in this Venetian context focusing upon the contrast between the artist’s paintings and the works of his contemporaries who were also active in the city. See this exhibition during regular Museum hours, 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. This exhibition is included with regular Museum admission. Call 941.358.3180 for advance tickets.

Sculpture from a Savannah Barbershop

An exhibit of seven quilts in the History Center's grand staircase honors Florida's fallen heroes in the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts.

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The exhibit features artifacts selected from the permanent collections of the Museum that highlight women from various backgrounds.

Plant sale featuring vendors from all over the state of Florida; educational presentations, children's activities, food, music and more.

Bring family and friends together in the soft glow of 1891 lighting as you discover a lavish Christmas at the former Tampa Bay Hotel. There are numerous rooms, each dazzling with trees designed in unique 19th century themes. While strolling down the Grand Hallway, your spirits soar as you become immersed in Charles Dickens, beautifully wrapped gifts, Christmas stockings and Santa Claus.

Las Posadas is a Mexican tradition surrounding the Christmas story of Mary and Joseph in search of refuge (or “posada”) in Bethlehem. Come to the Children's Museum of Houston to learn more about this celebration filled with exciting activities about Mexico’s culture, music, and family fun! Our Las Posadas celebration is part of Seasons of Sharing, Houston’s only multicultural holiday exhibit for children spotlighting seven cultural celebrations, on display Nov. 14 through Jan. 10.

The Knott House Museum hosts this annual event as its decorated for the holidays. Special tours, music, and refreshments are included in the evening's activities.

Orchid & Exotic Plant Vendors, Orchid Supplies, Orchid Displays & Silent Auction, Garden Art, Lectures & Demonstrations, Walk Tours and Food & Wine Vendors.

Hanukkah is the Jewish holiday which celebrates the rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem. It is a time of giving, prayer, and togetherness. Come and celebrate the eight days of Hanukkah with traditional holiday games and activities. Our Hanukkah celebration is part of Seasons of Sharing, Houston’s only multicultural holiday exhibit for children spotlighting seven cultural celebrations, on display Nov. 14 through Jan. 10.

19th century-style holiday cheer will prevail at the 1843 Durant House Museum’s Candle-Light Open House on Saturday, December 12th and Sunday, December 13th from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. each afternoon. Celebrate the season and make-merry while discovering the many charms of local history. Authentically-costumed docents will welcome visitors into the enchanting, candle-lit prairie homestead adorned in authentic period décor- complete with hot cider and baked treats aplenty; including ginger cakes made from a c. 1840 Illinois recipe. Fragrant evergreens, a roaring fire on the hearth, and an old-fashioned Christmas tree will recreate the heartwarming spirit of Christmas’ past, while the extra-special Museum tours will present an extraordinary opportunity to savor and explore Durant House’s magnificent Winter Wonderland. This delightful annual celebration also features music and dramatic performances of holiday stories and poetry for persons of all ages. This historic site is located in the Leroy Oakes Forest Preserve, on Dean Street west of Randall Road in St. Charles. The Living History programs at the Durant House Museum are sponsored by Preservation Partners of the Fox Valley, with support from the Forest Preserve District of Kane County.

Organized by The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. This exhibition will bring together a significant group of the Ringling Museum’s holdings or works from the Gavet-Vanderbilt collection, including paintings, sculpture, metalwork, furniture, ceramics, cameos, watches, and miniatures. Although some will be familiar to the Ringling’s regular visitors, many have rarely or never been available for public viewing. See this exhibition during regular Museum hours, 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. This exhibition is included with regular Museum admission. Call 941.358.3180 for advance tickets.

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Children's Museum of Houston! We’re celebrating this year with tons of fun activities sure to put the whole family in the holiday spirit! The Museum will be open all day on Monday, Dec. 21 and until 3 p.m. on Dec. 24. The Museum’s gift shop, Fiddle Sticks Gifts, will also be open for last minute shoppers until 3 p.m. on Dec. 24. Our Christmas celebration is part of Seasons of Sharing, Houston’s only multicultural holiday exhibit for children spotlighting seven cultural celebrations, on display Nov. 14 through Jan. 10.