Free Museums in Sarasota

"Located just south of downtown Bradenton, the Village of the Arts features early 20th century bungalows where residents live, work, and play, with homes doubling as art galleries, specialty stores and even a vinyl record shop called Jerk Dog. Art walks take place the first Friday of each month, but you can visit the village on any given day for dinner or lunch at one of the neighborhood’s four charming restaurants. Arte Caffe serves thin-crust pizza, homemade pasta and other authentic Italian classics while Ortygia offers genuine Sicilian, French and Mediterranean-style cuisine."

"The Village of the Arts is an eclectic artists community that includes more than 100 homes, art galleries, studios, workshops, restaurants, and cafes for working artists. The village is over 36 acres and has many artist cottages from the 1920s and 1930s that have been restored to their former glory. Many of the cottages have received an artistic upgrade with bright colors that create a truly artistic feel."

"It consists of individual homes over a four block area that have been rehabed and turned into art studios and unique…. Frequently Asked Questions about Bradenton. The top attractions to visit in Bradenton are:"

"This unique art gallery is a must-see for its unconventional collection. It’s the only gallery in America that displays Italian artist and pianist Massimo Meda’s 3D-fluorescent paintings, concrete Medablocks and stainless-steel furniture. It has its own in-residence Italian artist, Fabio Dal Boni, who paints award-winning fine art photography on aluminium and canvas."

"If you would like to learn a little more about the history of the area, the Florida Maritime Museum provides you with a glimpse of the people and events that shaped Florida into the state it is today. The museum occupies 4 acres of land and includes the historic fishing village of Cortez as well as a 1912 schoolhouse building. The Florida Maritime Museum was designed to showcase the significance of the regional commercial fishing industry."

"Florida Maritime Museum 4415 119th Street W Cortez, Florida 34215 • 941-708-6121. A non-profit organization, the old Cortez Rural Graded School was transformed into the Florida Maritime Museum to educate visitors on the topic of Florida’s maritime heritage. It sits on 1.6 hectares (four acres) of land in the historic fishing village of Cortez."

"Discover old Florida through the history of Cortez Fishing Village. Explore the traveling exhibits such as the current attraction, Caught in the Storm, 100 Years of Florida Hurricanes. Permanent exhibits feature an expansive shell collection, ship models, and more."

"With four galleries, Art Center Sarasota provides creative opportunities to the whole community. They run youth educational programs including Creative Kids Saturday Classes and the Creative Kids Summer Art Camp. The exhibitions focus on local and regional art, showcasing many emerging and established talents."

"This community-oriented nonprofit gallery has four exhibition spaces that mix local and out-of-town artists. Hosts frequent events, including a lecture series featuring local artists talking about what informs..."

"This historic artist colony is famous for its galleries, boutiques, studios and dining. Monthly Art Walk is 5-9PM Every 3rd Friday"

"3 Keys is a craft brewery and family-friendly eatery featuring a weekly evolving selection of small batch, handcrafted beers in an inviting and relaxing atmosphere. Their menu consists of interesting and wholesome appetizers, sandwiches, tacos, burgers and pizzas made daily from scratch. (We recommend the tacos and the trivia nights!) They have great food specials, music, activities and community events each week."

"Had a flight of IPA's - 6 different beers (5 IPA's, 1 PA) and all were delicious. The beer provider Tony was knowledgeable and v..."

"Motorworks Brewing boasts the largest beer garden in Florida, complete with a spacious deck built around a magnificent 150+ year-old oak tree, a 3-hole putting green, 2 bocce ball courts, over a dozen cornhole sets, life-sized jenga, a live music stage, 22 ft. projection screen and more. Their beer is delicious but what stands out most about Motorworks is the fun atmosphere!. Also located near LECOM Park, Motoroworks is a great place to join friends for a fresh pint of beer."

"Originally built as an automobile dealership, Motorworks is Bradenton's first Craft Brewery. Coveted as the largest beer garden in Florida, complete with spacious deck built around a magnificent 150+ year-old oak tree - this brewery offers a truly unique backdrop to enjoy some authentic appetisers. The owners, Frank and Denise, strive to bring their own imaginative and innovative approach to brewing as a way of honouring the buildings storied past."

"Enjoy a craft beer or cocktail under the 150 year old oak tree and enjoy live music on a pretty regular basis. There's also a tap room if you need a little air conditioning. Visiting local breweries is one of my favorite things to do when traveling, and I can't believe it took me so long to check this one off my list."

"Annette’s and Ted’s personal philosophy is to be a leader in healthy foods and drinks that are fresh, great tasting and unique. You have lots of choices…something for vegans, vegetarians and meat lovers. Never boring, always changing and always delicious."

"This local legend is a restaurant, lounge/bar, and a wine cellar, and it’s AAA Four Diamond award-winning restaurant. Visitors flock to Michael’s on East for sophistication and the sweet sounds from the piano at the bar as played by Joe Micals—not to mention the extensive wine selection. Mondays feature all-night happy hour at the bar as well as Secret Word Mondays, where you get a free appetizer by saying the secret word shared on its Facebook page."

"Celebrating more than 30 years of fantastic food, Michael’s on East is a fine dining staple in Sarasota. Touted for its steak – some say it’s the best in Sarasota – this restaurant-piano bar has a long list of awards, including last year’s Florida Trend’s Golden Spoon Award. The menu has a number of seafood specialties, a selection of gourmet sandwiches, and a “city lite” section, which includes a globally inspired range of healthy options."

"Went here with my wife for an anniversary dinner, wonderful service (James our waiter was top notch) the food was excellent and the atmosphere was very n..."

"There’s a trend happening now in ice cream that is scientifically-perfected for your satisfaction. It is nitrogen flash-frozen ice cream, and it’s a wonderful treat for visitors. Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream welcomes visitors to a rush of fog and noise from the nitrogen-based freezes happening right on the spot."

"This is the place number one to get a delicious smoothie or a juice made with organic fruits and vegetables. They also offer a lunch menu and breakfast menu with so many great options, you will find it hard to choose. Be sure to try the pecan honey salad or the spinach salad!"