The Morean Arts Center Saturday, August 12, 9AM-1PM Don’t miss our (sometimes) annual Art Yard Sale, where you can find great deals on art and miscellaneous items–you never know what you’re going to find! Prices start at $1 and max out at $100. Along with Morean-owned items, you’ll be able to meet some of our […]
The Morean Arts Center invites you to our city-wide search for St. Petersburg’s BEST CUPCAKE! The contest will be held Saturday, August 26th from 12pm-3pm, hosted at the Morean Center for Clay located in the Warehouse Arts District at 420 22nd Street South. You can participate as a cupcake competition baker or a cupcake enjoyer. […]
Free show for members / $5 for not-yet members Doors Open 5:30-7:30PM. The Morean Arts Center and Radio St Pete collaborate to celebrate local talent in music and visual art from 6-7PM on Wednesday night, September 13. Enjoy the “smooth and sizzling” fretwork of the incredible Charlie Morris and his guitar. After playing around the […]
Take the enchantment of glass blowing and then amp it up to level 11…Glass blowing after dark is a whole new take on the already actioned-pack art process, and it is one not to miss. Back-lit by nothing more than a fiery hot kiln and our performers’ molten glass creations, Night Blow creates a spotlight […]
Doors Open 5:30-7:30PM. The Morean Arts Center and Radio St Pete collaborate to celebrate local talent in music and visual art from 6-7PM on Tuesday night, November 14th. Enjoy the sounds of the seasoned and beloved live performer John Frinzi, a truly sunny blend of laid-back folk, country, and pop. Looking for some Jimmy Buffet […]
Meet internationally recognized artist Cappy Thompson and learn about her unique mastery of painting on glass. Traveling from her Seattle studio, Cappy Thompson joins us to celebrate the debut of her first Florida solo show. We enthusiastically welcome you to learn Cappy’s process through her own words. Explore Cappy’s mytho-poetic narratives on glass during this […]
Join us for the year’s most artistic event! The Morean Arts Center, a beloved St. Pete institution since 1917, is back to celebrate and support our vibrant local creative community. This dazzling fundraiser is our way of fostering a deeper connection between people and the world of art. Introducing “Iconic: Paint St. Pete Edition,” a […]
Morean family day, in partnership with BayFirst, happens April 6th, at the Chihuly Collection Garden next to BayFirst! Join us from 10am-2pm for this fun-filled afternoon with good food, music, crafts, and more.
The Morean Arts Center in St. Petersburg, FL, invited emerging artists currently residing in Florida to submit entries for possible exhibition in the eighth annual Fresh Squeezed: Emerging Artists in Florida. The exhibition will be held at the Morean Arts Center April 13 – June 27, 2024. The purpose of this exhibition is to nurture […]
Glenyse Thompson invites you to learn the process behind her work. A Florida-based multidisciplinary artist, her work spans contemporary original art and design inspired by people and conversations. Her artwork combines vibrant use of colors and textures, conveying the exuberant connections we have with each other and our environments. “Passionate Courage,” delves into the complex […]
Saturday, April 27th 7:00 – 9:30 PM Doors open at 6:30pm Show starts at 7:00pm $60 non-members Members save $10 off tickets Take the enchantment of glass blowing and then amp it up to level 11…Glass blowing after dark is a whole new take on the already actioned-pack art process, and it is one not […]
Memory Mornings is a FREE program for those living with dementia and their care partners. Memory Morning participants will receive a 45-minute private tour of the Chihuly Collection before opening hours, followed by a 45-minute guided art activity inspired by one of the glass pieces in the Chihuly Collection. Memory tours meet every other Wednesday […]
Doors at 5:30pm Talk 6-7pm Jayde Archbold + Camilla Byrd Artist Talk: Meet the Fresh Squeezed 8 artists Jayde Archbold + Camilla Byrd and learn more the stories behind their amazing artwork! These emerging artists are 2 of the 6 artists chosen from over 200 emerging Florida artist applicants. Fresh Squeezed 8 Talks: May 9: […]
Chihuly Collection Special Exhibition On view: June 29 – September 15 Special Exhibition entry is included with your admission to the Chihuly Collection. Tim Soluna and Anjali Singh, two local glass artists, met several years ago at the University of Illinois, Carbondale. Now work partners and life partners, both can be found at the Morean […]
Through ceramic sculpture, installation and performance, uncomfortable as i am demands empathy from the viewer. Using her literal body and clay as the allegorical same, Dakota confronts the ideas of discomfort and transness with a challengingly intimate lens. In video performance, she offers vulnerability to the onlooker, inviting them to disarm themselves of preconceived notions […]
Meet the artist on Thursday, August 8th when Elizabeth gives a gallery talk at 6pm. Continuing a new tradition at the Morean, we are proud to present last year’s Margaret Murphy Steward Best of Show winner, Elizabeth Barenis. Elizabeth Barenis is a professional artist living in St. Petersburg, Florida. Though she has had family in […]
The Morean Arts Center invites you to our city-wide search for St. Pete’s MOST ARTISTIC CUPCAKES! Help us decide the best creative cupcake for the People’s Choice award! This decadent fundraising event features a variety of submissions categorized by youth/teen, novice, professional and specialty (gluten-free). Sample a dozen different tasty treasures and vote on your […]
Don’t miss our annual Art Yard Sale, where you can find great deals on art and miscellaneous items–you never know what you’re going to find! Prices start at $1 and max out at $100. Along with Morean-owned items, you’ll be able to meet some of our fabulous local artists and pick up something from them […]
Come celebrate fall with the Morean Center for Clay! At 9am on Saturday, the space will transform into a great glass pumpkin patch filled with over 200 blown-glass and clay pumpkins made for the event! This event is free to attend and will feature fall themed photo-ops for the family. While you are there, try […]
Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, November 9, 5pm to 8pm! On Display: November 9 – December 31 Morean Arts Center This is our annual holiday show exclusively showcasing small and affordable artwork by our artist members. In this exhibition, you will find items for gift-giving, including ornaments, jewelry and functional pottery. Small-sized […]
