Not only is St. Petersburg home to beautiful white sand beaches,    shops, and recreation, but it is also the cultural center of the area boasting numerous art galleries and museums, some of which regularly host world-class exhibits.

Each gallery in the St. Pete area has its own personality and artistic niche. The Award-winning  Nancy Markoe Fine American Crafts Gallery  showcases handmade crafts from over 500 of America's finest craftspeople who work in fine jewelry, pottery, glass, fabric, metal, wood, and paper; while the    Glass Canvas Gallery specializes in the art of glass, featuring more than 350 artists from around the world.

The Florida Craftsmen, Inc. Gallery aims to promote public awareness and appreciation of the fine arts and to encourage professionalism amongst Florida's fine arts craftsmen and women, while the  Fusion and Flux Galleries works to promote more off-beat and eclectic art, as well as vintage furnishings and decor.

The St. Petersburg art scene is thriving--whether you are looking for a decorative item for your home, a functional piece of glasswork, or simply to take in the beauty and creativity of the area's artists, St. Pete's galleries are well worth a visit.