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2050 34th Way N.
Largo, FL 33771
727-539-8371
Experience the fight for freedom through the eyes of American heroes, as The Armed Forces Military Museum, walks through military history from a WWI trench to the flight deck of the Japanese aircraft carrier Akagi. The museum displays exhibits reflecting WWI, an extensive display of Japanese memorabilia associated with the WWII attack on Pearl Harbor, displays of the USMC in the South Pacific, D-Day landings and German Third Reich memorabilia. Exhibits are enhanced with simulations of smoke, sounds of airplanes and tanks, and other audio/visual effects. These effects will make visitors feel like they are part of the action.
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1515 Bay Palm Blvd.
Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785-2827
727-596-4331
The Beach Art Center is a non-profit membership organization open to anyone who wishes to experience, support and promote an appreciation of quality visual art and craft work, both traditional and contemporary.
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2240 9th Ave. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33712-2102
727-323-1104
Named for the man who launched Black History Month, the African-American museum is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
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1143 Michigan Blvd.
Dunedin, FL 34698-2712
727-298-3322
For over 30 years, the Dunedin Fine Art Center (DFAC) has been offering exciting art opportunities in a most welcoming kind of way. St. Petersburg Times writer Lennie Bennett says that DFAC is “the artistic equivalent of a village square,” offering quality experiences to people of all ages. DFAC offers year-round exhibitions in four galleries featuring national, regional and local artists. Classes for students 4 yrs. to 94 yrs. fill 7 studio classrooms and a changing yearly theme makes the David L. Mason Children’s Art Museum a hands-on experience not to be missed.
You can take some time to enjoy a delicious lunch or gourmet coffee in the Palm Café, or search out one-of-a-kind gifts in the Gallery Gift Shop. Come out and PLAY at the Dunedin Fine Art Center and see why people say it’s where the ART is! M-F 10am-5pm, Sat. 10am-2pm, Sun. 1-4pm. 727.298.DFAC - www.dfac.org
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349 Main St.
Dunedin, FL 34698-5700
727-736-1176
An Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Station, built in 1924, that has been transformed into a regional history center. Interactive exhibits focus on the history of Dunedin, Pinellas County, and Florida. The museum also has special traveling exhibits that are appealing to all ages. Come and learn about the history of Dunedin's railroads, citrus industry, pioneers, Honeymoon and Caladesi Islands, sports and city growth.
Admission to the museum is a suggested donation of $2 for adults, and children under 12 are free.
Group tours of all ages and abilities may be arranged by calling the museum number listed.
The museum also owns and operates Andrews Memorial Chapel, located in Hammock Park, which can be rented for weddings, christenings, memorial services, concerts and lectures. Call the museum for more information.
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55 5th St. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
727-820-0100
The facility is the third largest of its kind in the United States containing photographs, memorabilia, books, films, videos and other material from and about the era. The only Holocaust Museum to feature continual Holocaust art exhibits, the museum's centerpiece permanent exhibit is a boxcar used to transport people to concentration camps. No graphic images, but still not recommended for children younger than grade five. Open Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sat. - Sun. noon - 4 p.m. Adults $8, Senior $7, under 18 $3. Special evening tours can be arranged.
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3500 Pinellas Bayway S.
Tierra Verde, FL 33715-2528
727-552-1862
Amenities: Bathhouses, camping, concessions, lifeguards, fishing, canoeing, nature trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, restrooms, showers and wheelchair access.
Lay of the Land: Soft sand, emerald waters and shady pines await you at TripAdvisor's #1 Beach for 2008 and 2009, which is made up of five separate islands. Ride, skate or jog on the 7-mile paved trail, or canoe and kayak through lush mangroves. Rover can roam at the Paw Playground and frolic in the surf at Dog Beach, while the kids explore the canons and jail cells of the old fort.
Little Known Facts: Built for the Spanish-American War, the fort was finished after the war ended and never fired a hostile shot. Fans of the hit television series "Prison Break" might recognize the park, since it acted as a stand in for the country of Panama for several episodes in the 2007-2008 season. Fort De Soto is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Why You Should Go: It's America's Best Beach of 2005 and 2008, you can camp directly on the water, fish from two free piers 24 hours a day, splash the boat, rent bikes---you name it. Just go!
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1925 4th St. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33704-4307
727-821-8992
Great Explorations Children's Museum is a place where you can be creative, make discoveries and have fun! Launch a tennis ball to the top of the museum, race a car, become a computer animator, have a party, join a workshop or just hang out in the coolest place in St. Pete! Something for everyone in a safe place where kids, and adults, can be kids. Located next to Sunken Gardens, you can relax, learn and have a great time doing things you can't do anyplace else. Call or visit our website for more information.
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115 10th Ave.
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706-4202
727-552-1610
Located in Pass-A-Grille's National Historic District, the museum is housed in what was the first church built on the St. Petersburg/Clearwater areas barrier islands. Museum exhibits trace the history of the areas barrier islands through photographs, news clippings and artifacts dating from the 1500s through modern times. Walking tours of the Pass-A-Grille historic district are offered weekly. Hours are October-May: Thursday-Saturday 10 am - 4 pm and June-September:
Friday, Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sundays Open All Year 1 - 4 pm.
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5301 28th Ave. S.
Gulfport, FL 33707-5427
727-327-0505
This museum documents the diversity and colorful history of one of Pinellas County's oldest incorporated cities. Operating hours vary. Admission is free, donations are accepted.
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