6860 Longboat Dr. S.
Longboat Key, FL 34228
941-383-2345
Art center that provides educational classes, workshops, art events, art performances, art shows, festivals and exhibits. Jan. - Apr. jazz concerts are held and fine arts and crafts festival held Mar. 24 - 25th 2007. Exhibit galleries and gift shop.

337 N. Tamiami Trl.
Osprey, FL 34229
941-966-5214
Sarasota County's premier environmental, archaeological and historic site museum featuring a pioneer homestead, nature trails and exhibits. This 30-acre National Register historic site is located on beautiful Little Sarasota Bay. Open daily.

1367 Main St.
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-955-5409
One of Sarasota's oldest galleries 26 years in business. We are the only Co-op in town featuring original paintings, giclees, photography, pottery and woodturning by professional award-winning local artists.

1800 Ben Franklin Dr. B506
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-388-1188

5555 N. Tamiami Trl.
Sarasota, FL 34243
941-351-8000
From Nov-June, we present a unique rotating repertory of classics and new works in the elegant Mertz and intimate Cook theatres. With award-winning actors, renowned scenic and costume design, you can see up to three different plays in one weekend!

8251 - 15th St. E.
Sarasota, FL 34243
941-355-9335
Since 1997, they are committed to continuing the legacy, increasing the artistic contribution of circus, while raising the perception of the American Circus to that of other fine arts. Shows, special events and classes offered throughout the year.

16405 Myakka Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34240
941-322-1000
This "Jewel on the Myakka" is a 190-acre wildlife sanctuary and Florida pioneer history museum on the Myakka River. It engages your senses with wild nature trails and historic pioneer buildings. Take a self-guided tour and enjoy a picinic lunch.

1241 N. Palm Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-366-9000
FST's Mainstage presents the finest in contemporary theatre. The cabaret offers convenient dining and musical entertainment in a turn-of-the-century Parisian cafe. FST Stage III presents edgy and newer works.

709 N. Tamiami Trl.
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-953-4252
The Florida West Coast Symphony presents more than 100 symphonic and chamber music concerts from Sept. - May. The Symphony is also home to June's Sarasota Music Festival. For tickets to all performance venues, please call 941-953-3434.

25 N. Pineapple Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-366-5454
The Golden Apple offers a complete evening out. The tiered arrangement of swivel seats in the theater offers optimum viewing and dining. Cocktails, wine and other beverages are available.

330 S. Pineapple Ave., Ste. 111
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-366-1552
Promotes, preserves and performs jazz. Provides jazz and community programs for the west coast of Florida. 24-hour Jazz Hotline 941-316-9207. 2008 Jazz Festival March 2 - 9.

5401 Bay Shore Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34243
941-359-5700
Add the stunning Ringling Estate to your travel plans. This treat for the senses includes the Cà d'Zan mansion, beautiful grounds and gardens, the Historic Asolo Theater, the Museum of Art and two Circus Museums with the Tibbals Learning Center.

838 N. Tamiami Trl.
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-365-2494
Year-round programming which includes six Broadway Musicals and 26 Special Events.

8374 N. Tamiami Trl.
Sarasota, FL 34243
941-729-9177
The Powel Crosley Estate, on the beautiful Sarasota Bay, is only minutes away from hotels, restaurants, and attractions. This 1929 Mediterranean Revival style mansion, with 8000 square feet of meeting space, is perfect for your next event.

2700 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34234
941-351-5100
One of the country's premier, private, independent four-year visual arts colleges offering a BFA in eight unique majors. The College's Selby Gallery showcases a variety of free, contemporary art exhibits. Community art classes are available year-round.

5555 N. Tamiami Trl.
Sarasota, FL 34243
941-359-0099
Iain Webb, Artistic Director, presents Sarasota Ballet's 17th season with productions of Allegro Brillante, The Two Pigeons, The Nutcracker, Facade, Las Hermanas, Elite Syncopations, Scottish Dances, Vespre, Grosse Fuge and works by Dominic Walsh Dance Theater.

332 Cocoanut Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-364-9514
Explore the brightest new stars of independent film. Ten days of film screenings, premieres, conversations and parties with filmmakers.

61 N. Pineapple Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-366-8450
The Sarasota Opera House will reopen after a $20-million renovation on March 1, 2008. The 2008 Festival will present Verdi's Rigoletto and his rarely-heard I due Foscari, as well as Puccini's La rondine and Mozart's Cosi fan tutte thru April 13.

Along Sarasota Bay on Tamiami Trail (downtown Sarasota)
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-539 3500
From Nov. '07 until May 31, '08, monumental sculptures from around the world will be on display on Sarasota's Bay front. No admission fee and sculptures to be on display 24 hours.

777 N. Tamiami Trl.
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-953-3368
Top national and international performances of Broadway musicals, songs, dances and world-class orchestras.

237 Warfield Ave.
Venice, FL 34285
941-486-0811
Clyde Butcher Venice Gallery and Studio at 237 Warfield Ave., Venice, Fl 34285 and Big Cypress Gallery at 52388 Tamiami Trl. Ochopee, Fl 34141.

140 W. Tampa Ave.
Venice, FL 34285
941-488-1115
Nationally acclaimed community theatre offers shows year 'round in two theatres. Broadway musicals, classic and contemporary dramas, comedic plays, cabarets and concerts featuring name performers. $10 - $25.