World

Collection

Of Glass Art

We INSPIRE by showcasing the creativity of
artists who work in glass from around the world.

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World

Collection

Of Glass Art

We UPLIFT with the visual experience one has when
walking through the Museum and encountering
the astounding beauty intrinsic in the collection.

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World

Collection

Of Glass Art

We EDUCATE by building awareness of the artists,
their creativity and the amazing properties and
transformative nature of this seemingly
simple material: glass.

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World

Collection

Of Glass Art

We INSPIRE by showcasing the creativity of
artists who work in glass from around the world.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

World

Collection

Of Glass Art

We UPLIFT with the visual experience one has when
walking through the Museum and encountering
the astounding beauty intrinsic in the collection.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

World

Collection

Of Glass Art

We EDUCATE by building awareness of the artists,
their creativity and the amazing properties and
transformative nature of this seemingly
simple material: glass.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Contemporary Glass
Art Museum

Imagine Museum features a spectacular collection of contemporary glass art from around the world. Experience the evolution of the studio glass art movement of artists who have turned it into contemporary masterpieces of color, motion, and light.

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Imagine Museum: Contemporary glass art

4.9

Based on 1614 reviews

Vinnie 1973

15:41 23 Jul 23

We had such a delightful evening attending the Sunset event here!! I can't thank Adam at Pacini Glass enough for his demonstration which mesmerized our granddaughter. He even gave her a work of his, a seahorse she treasures. This event was mostly outside vendors, beautiful handmade items, food as well as a Food Truck. Inside this spectacular Museum is a gift shop where you'll find gorgeous pieces of glass and displays that will bring you joy. I can't wait to come back. The staff couldn't be nicer. I also found a Murano cherry that will delight a family member for her birthday. A truly great experience.

Moodicus Maximus

21:54 09 Jul 23

Such a cool glass art museum with great events so check out their website first. I went on a Thursday went it was $5 and they had a cool and fun scavenger hunt mixed with their art collection. Another time I enjoyed a violin musican, Charity Ann, who serenated us as we sipped wine.

Patrick Van Dyke

14:06 09 Jul 23

Such a truly special place! Filled to the brim with unique and beautiful pieces of art, I cannot recommend Imagine Museum enough. I believe this is one of the best museums I have visited and at only $15 a ticket, this is one of the best financial deals around as well. You will have a wonderful time visiting this museum!

Cristina DeSantis

04:30 04 Jul 23

WONDERFUL. Would recommend this over and over again. Surprised at how much I enjoyed this as I’m not the biggest museum person and I struggled a little in the beginning to completely appreciate just how incredible these works of art are. It is also quite interesting that many of these are fairly recent created in 2010s vs. most museums being so incredibly historical. The modernness of this museum is a breathe of fresh air and forces you into creative thought. Want to go back!! You also can pick up and take home small note cards located sporadically throughout the museum consisting of inspirational/thought provoking quotes from Buddha, etc.

Maria Draggoo

19:58 01 Jul 23

This is the very best museum I have ever visited. Truly! It was breathtaking. Mixed media exhibits. Every room has a theme. $5 Thursday is great from 5-8p. Don't miss it!

Nedim Alajbegovic

23:29 22 Jun 23

Amazing place that should be on "Must See" list in St. Petersburg. Friends recommended to visit Imagine museum and we were so happy that we went. Great and friendly people that work here and amazing collection of art should be enough to go and visit this museum.Highly recommend.

Karen Valenzisi

00:37 16 Jun 23

Love it! Absolutely beautiful glass art. Several different rooms, each with a different feel. Took about 1.5 hours. We went after 5pm on Thursday for a discount price. Totally worth it!

Jennifer Le

20:03 15 Jun 23

There’s $10 Florida resident going on. Really interesting and cute museum which my mom and I really enjoyed. My mom’s favorite is a collection of breath-taking glass paperweights by Paul Stankard that look like tiny microbiomes transformed into glass. Also noteworthy was a collection of glass, bronze kimonos and dresses by Karen Lamonte. It is marvel how these artist can transform these materials to look like fabric! Finally, Anthony James’ mind-bending dodecahedron of glass and LED lights gives you a glimpse of infinity. The museum is owned by local artist Trish Duggan and her art is also featured, along with her message of peace and female empowerment. Fun for kids as well with a scavenger hunt available on the second floor.

HIS MISSING PIECE

21:21 01 Apr 23

Amazing! Got a Groupon for $10 originally I believe it's only $15 and so worth it. Take your time and look at everything. Those artists are amazing 👏 wow!! There is a day you can go during the week. Call them and find out

Bobby Birch

13:27 31 Mar 23

Fabulous Artwork.If you love glass art this gem of a museum is perfect for you. Stunning works of Master craftsmen. Wonderful easy walk about. You will not regret your time spent in this beautiful place.

J Couture

18:47 28 Mar 23

Loved our visit to museum! The staff was very nice. My daughter had participated in a scavenger art hunt. She found the scavenger hunt to be exciting! My daughter loves art and so do I. We loved to experience the glass museum. We got to see many beautiful pieces of art on display. Definitely a must to visit if you are in town. If you LOVE art of any sort, definitely visit!

Sinum Vi

20:04 11 Dec 22

Got a Groupon here. It was actually tons of fun and very beautiful to see all the different art works. There's a lot of diversity and different mediums and details that make the glass really stick out and be unique. They have a little scavenger hunt too which is usually animals but since it's the holidays it's tiny little themed glass deserts. Got some little glass animals too

Kelly Tompkins

11:28 14 Nov 22

Beautiful glass work that enlightens you one the process and techniques used.Two story (elevator or stairs to move between floors).Scavenger hunt to keep things interesting!Nice little gift shop.Definitely an enjoyable experience!

Al Amir

03:07 28 Aug 22

This place has a great selection of glass art. Totally worth it. There is a Tampa Bay resident special price for entry and honestly this museum is worth every penny. Amazing art installs of all sorts and staff was very friendly and guided throughout with some cool tips and tricks about viewing some of the art installs. On the first floor they do have a little scavenger hunt sheet you can grab at the entry point and find little glass animals hidden around 9 artworks. We did it and made the experience of viewing the art a little more fun. 10/10 would recommend!

Rosa Johnson

22:23 10 Aug 22

It is worth the drive to this place. I spent 5 hours driving round trip just to visit this museum, and it certainly did not disappointed me. Instead, it nourished my soul and spirit, that I left the museum 3 hours later with a great energy. Beautiful pieces! Small enough to see in under 2 hours, and although if you like art, you can spend 3 hours like I did, enjoying some beautiful creativity glass art. I am not going to post photos of the ones that I adore, but just some idea of what you will find. They are absolutely some incredible pieces, some changing colors depending from where one looks at them. They even have an exhibit of glass art about alien life! I highly recommend this museum. I certainly will be back.

Trey Color

14:02 05 Jul 22

The museum had some incredible and unique pieces of glass artwork from various artists in many different styles. All of it was put together in a fantastic display of talent and creativity.Rooms were themed to an artist so you would flow from one idea to the next in a very normal fashion. The first floor was all very incredible and unique pieces of creative art that inspired me to look upon and made me excited to see the next. The second floor was more thematic to an idea and the artwork represented some sort of notion or thought that was to be pondered.We had an incredible day visiting the museum and spent over 2 hours there, but a lot of that was in the gift shop before we even bought tickets.

Shayla Holloway

15:36 11 Jun 22

One of the most amazing places you just have to see if you enjoy the growing world of art. This is the perfect place for a cute date or mom and daughter bonding. It has a great location with a lot of other places to eat and shop. All within walking distance. I’m a program Director and I came here on a field trip with my special needs student and everyone was so amazing. A great place for taking photos.

gary r

10:16 27 May 22

If you have any appreciation of art this glass museum is a must see. I'd give it 10 stars if I could!. There are such a variety of styles from artists all over the world from geometric designs to cast glass to laminated to blown and etched to paperweights. I was totally awed by what these folks can do in this medium. There is something for everyone here. And the work is set up by glass artists who know how to display the creations in the best light. I'll be back... Pics are only a small representation of what is on display.

A Mexican Pizza

23:32 24 Apr 22

Absolutely wonderful galleries and pieces. The entire experience is conveyed across two floors. Tickets are only $5 on Sundays, but I would gladly pay the full price ($15). I had no idea glass could take on so many textures and appearances. This museum has inspired me to study the medium in greater detail. It might not be best with small children, because the pieces are out in full-display. But a properly behaved teenager might be acceptable. The pieces are spaced out enough, But you can never be too careful. We parked on the side of the street and didn't pay. However there is a parking lot behind the museum.

Deana Rock

21:27 24 Jan 22

Well worth the visit. We’ve been twice now and would go again. It doesn’t take long to see it all but you can go as slow as you want. I didn’t see little kids there and I don’t recommend this for them. It’s so tempting to want to touch the pieces - even for adults. I can’t imagine managing a child at this museum. There are pieces from all over the world. Many interesting applications and art forms. Looking forward to next time.

Robert Munroe

14:37 27 Oct 21

Imagine Museum is a wonderful glass art museum in St.Petersburg.The amount of items on display are mind boggling. They go from classical art to aliens and octopus. This is best glass museum I've ever seen.We got special Sunday rate of $5 each.Also has excellent gift shop and very helpful staff.Highly recommend.

Kat Cline

01:29 12 Apr 21

Very cool little spot in St Pete. I just moved to the area and this was one of the first on the list for art museums. We grabbed one of the ticket specials and made a girls' day. We really enjoyed the variety of glass art. Some of the lights can be really intense if you're photosensitive, but the docent was thoughtful to ask the room about anyone sensitive to blinking lights before turning on one of the exhibits. I stepped into a different gallery while my friends checked it out so I really appreciated the warning.

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IMAGINE MUSEUM

2023 artist of the future exhibition

Step into tomorrow’s creative landscape as we proudly present our 2023 Artist of the Future, shaping the contours of imagination into reality.

SUNSET MARKET AT IMAGINE MUSEUM

Immerse yourself in the heart of St. Petersburg’s vibrant art scene at our Sunset Market! Join us every 1st & 3rd Friday of the month.

"Floating world" by Karen lamonte

Discover Karen LaMonte’s beauty and ephemerality through the physicality of the human body and its environment.

A must-see in
st. pete, fl

Discover the captivating world of art at Imagine Museum, a must-see destination in St. Petersburg, FL. Immerse yourself in an extraordinary collection of contemporary glass masterpieces that push the boundaries of creativity and craftsmanship. Our museum showcases a diverse array of stunning glass sculptures, captivating installations, and thought-provoking exhibitions, leaving visitors in awe of the boundless possibilities of this mesmerizing medium.

book a tour at imagine museum

Looking for things to do in Tampa Bay? Explore the origins, techniques, and incredible artistic achievements of the Studio Glass Movement through our captivating collection. With guided tours tailored to your specific interests, delve into the mesmerizing properties of glass. Book your tour today and embark on a truly unforgettable artistic journey.

Contemporary Glass Art has the Power to Inspire, Uplift & Educate.

When you visit museums in St. Petersburg and the Tampa Bay Area, in Florida, take an evocative journey through Imagine Museum, a one-of-a-kind glass art museum featuring a comprehensive collection from the American and International contemporary glass art movements. During your visit, you may explore over 500 glass art masterpieces, all dramatically lit to transport you into a world of beauty, mystery and mastery in our 34,000 square foot gallery space. Our displays are part of a 1500-piece preeminent collection from internationally recognized artists who work in the glass medium. From the early works of the American Studio Glass Movement and the first pioneer, Harvey Littleton, to those he influenced in the early 1960s to drive the movement forward, and on to the current works from the hottest artists around the world working in glass today, you will find startling works with an extraordinary diversity of materials, techniques and intent. Swipe >

Delight in the glass blowing technique of Lino Tagliapietra from Murano… See how Czech artist, Petr Hora, has perfected glass casting techniques… Get transported by the ethereal, mystical works created by master artist, Bertil Vallien, with his groundbreaking sandcasting techniques… Explore the varying techniques of contemporary U.S. women artists who are blazing a trail in glass art…

Discover "Flight and Illusion” an installation that challenges your imagination and how you think about transformation in science, nature and art.. And finally, visit our Imagine Museum Gift Store to find one-of-a-kind beautiful glass pieces to take home with you. Imagine Museum is unlike any art museum you will encounter. As you walk through the galleries of our museum, we hope to inspire, uplift and educate you in the seemingly impossible, yet magical ways that only glass can evoke when paired with an artist's creativity.

“I became interested in making female figurations of night….I wanted to wrap the female figure in dusk, exploring both beauty and darkness.”

Karen LaMonte

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Dive into the enchanting realm of contemporary glass art at Imagine Museum, a leading destination for this unique, innovative art form. Our collection offers a rich journey through the evolution of glass artistry, showcasing the mastery of past and present artists. Join us at Imagine Museum, where every piece promises a fascinating dance of light, color, and imagination, unparalleled in the Tampa Bay area

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On a monthly basis, Imagine Museum offers special promotions and discounts for all to enjoy our contemporary glass art museum in a safe and clean environment. Experience the uplifting joy of our collection and find wonder in the passion and creativity of master glass artists from around the world.

SHOP

Your one-stop destination for unique, handcrafted contemporary glass art pieces. Sourced from renowned artists in the Tampa Bay area and beyond, our collection offers an opportunity to bring a piece of the Imagine Museum experience into your home. Dive into a world of creativity, color, and light, and find that perfect artistic statement or gift in our curated shop.

SHOP

You will find the perfect artful gift here at our Museum Store. Discover the allure of art glass – a medium that captivates with its dance of light and color. From jewelry to sculpture, these artist-made gifts are sure to be cherished forever.

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Plan unforgettable corporate events, milestone celebrations, or private gatherings at the Imagine Museum, a standout venue in St. Petersburg, FL renowned for its collection of contemporary glass art. Our museum, showcasing masterpieces from globally influential artists, provides an extraordinary setting that inspires awe & makes every occasion memorable. Curate a unique, unforgettable experience that your guests will talk about for years to come.

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Imagine Museum Glass Art

What experiences do you offer at your glass museum?

At Imagine Museum, we enrich your visit with dynamic experiences like our in-depth Audio Tours included with your admission. For our younger guests, we’ve crafted engaging Gallery Games and Scavenger Hunts, ensuring

fun-filled, educational encounters for all ages.

Where are the artists from in the Imagine Museum collection of glass art?

The contemporary glass art movement engages artists from all over the world. The Imagine Museum collection includes over 240 artists, representing 20 countries.

Why choose Imagine Museum from all the museums in St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay?

Choose Imagine Museum, a must-see gem among St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay museums, highly praised in guest reviews for its unique blend of immersive glass art experiences. Our collection captivates visitors with its diversity, scope, and interactive offerings, making us a standout choice for art lovers and families alike.

What is contemporary glass art?

The Imagine Museum shines a spotlight on the magic of contemporary glass art. Born in the 1960s, this art form saw artists reshape glass in ways never seen before. They experimented, invented, and innovated unique ways to heat, bend, pour, cast, and mold glass particles to create sculptures never before imagined in the material of glass. The Imagine Museum is one of the first museums in the United States solely focused on the contemporary glass art movement, and we proudly exhibit work from both its original creators and today’s innovative artists.

Imagine Museum, a glass art museum in St Petersburg, FL

Imagine Museum a glass art museum in St Petersburg, FL

Since the opening of Imagine Museum in St Pete in 2018 , thousands of people have discovered the magic of glass art. Through our carefully curated and immersive displays, we continuously endeavor to inspire, uplift and educate you in the art of glass and the creative artists who have masterfully established the contemporary glass art movement.

Below, we show you a map of the city of St Petersburg FL where you can locate Imagine Museum. Visit us and discover contemporary glass art among the art museums in St Pete!

A cultural experience in St. Petersburg

At Imagine Museum we introduce contemporary glass art through carefully curated exhibits that take you through the evolution of the contemporary glass art movement, the versatility of glass to transform color and light, and its influence throughout the world.

We also have special exhibits focused on the beauty and technical skill of glass artists who have pioneered and been influential in the contemporary glass art movement worldwide. At our museum in St Pete, we showcase the masterpieces of over 240 artists from around the world.

After visiting our St Pete museum

St. Pete is a city known for its concentration of museums showcasing a wide variety of art. At Imagine Museum, we are proud to enrich the cultural experience that is offered to our community and tourists through the beauty of contemporary glass art and the contributions of its extraordinary artists.

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Art Museum

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