The Art of Coffee: A Tasting Journey featuring Mission Grounds Coffee

September 30, 2026

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November 6, 2026 10:30 AM

Until November 6, 2026, 11:30 AM 1h

The Art of Coffee: A Tasting Journey featuring Mission Grounds Coffee

Discover coffee from a whole new perspective as we explore the flavors, traditions, and techniques behind every cup. ☕

Join us for an intimate tasting experience highlighting coffees from Central and South America, with guided tastings, live brewing demonstrations, and stories that connect coffee to culture.

✨ Event Highlights

• 🎟️ Museum admission included with your tasting ticket

• ☕ Taste four Central & South American coffees

• 🔥 Watch live demonstrations featuring the ROK espresso maker and Moka pot

• 🛍️ Explore premium coffee and crafted beverages available for purchase

📅 Event Details

🗓️ Date: November 6th

⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

📍 Location: Imagine Museum

📍 Address: 1901 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL

🎟️ Tickets:

• General Admission: $10

• Museum Members: $5

⚠️ This is a structured tasting experience. All samples are served as curated tasting portions rather than full-size beverages.

🌎 Explore the Flavor of Coffee

Learn how where coffee is grown, how it is roasted, and how it is brewed can dramatically change the final cup.

Throughout the tasting, we’ll explore:

• Aroma 👃

• Body 🫶

• Acidity ⚡

• Finish ✨

☕ Featured Coffees & Preparations

• 🇬🇹 Guatemalan Blend – Iced Coffee

Bright and refreshing with crisp character and subtle fruit notes.

• 🇨🇷 Costa Rican Blend – Hot Brew

Smooth, balanced, and aromatic with a warm finish.

• 🇨🇴 Colombian Blend – Manual Espresso

Prepared using the ROK espresso maker, showcasing a medium roast with layered sweetness and depth.

• 🇵🇪 Peruvian Blend – Moka Pot

Bold and rich, with a satisfying depth and lingering finish.

🔧 Brewing Techniques

See four different preparation styles and discover how each method brings out unique characteristics in the coffee:

• ❄️ Iced Coffee Extraction

• ☕ Hot Brew Technique

• ⚙️ Manual Espresso with the ROK Maker

• 🔥 Moka Pot Brewing

🛍️ Continue the Coffee Experience

After the tasting, enjoy additional beverages or take some of the experience home with you.

Beverages Available for Purchase:

• ☕ Hot coffee

• 🧊 Iced coffee

• 🥛 Lattes with oat, almond, or half & half

Retail Coffee:

• 🫘 Whole Bean Coffee, 10 oz – $15

• 🌿 Fresh Ground Coffee, 10 oz – $15

💛 Every purchase supports Mission Grounds Coffee and Chef Marques Clark’s community work.

👨🏾‍🍳 Meet the Experience

Chef Marques Clark, founder of YES CHEF VILLAGE, Inc., brings together coffee, culture, history, and storytelling for an experience that goes beyond the cup. 🌍

As a steward of African American foodways, Chef Marques uses education, demonstrations, and culinary storytelling to preserve and share ancestral traditions.

🎯 Proceeds support:

• Cultural lectures 🗣️

• Storytelling programs 📖

• Culinary heritage preservation 🍽️

🌟 More Than a Coffee Tasting

From the origin of the beans to the final pour, discover how tradition, technique, and culture shape the coffee we enjoy every day. ☕✨

With limited seating, this tasting is designed to be personal, interactive, and engaging.

🎟️ Reserve your spot and experience coffee through a new lens at Imagine Museum.

Age Group

All

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Meira B.

19:07 08 Sep 25

I went here to celebrate my late 21 birthday and had an amazing time looking at all the glass, the exhibit was probably one of the better art galleries I've seen in awhile. This was a rather fun museum and it was cool to see the temporary exhibits definitely will come back some time:)

Joy C.

16:36 23 Aug 25

Hidden Gem in the outskirts of downtown St.Pete. I didn't know exactly what to expect; but boy, am I glad we gave it a shot. We came in for the
Partnership showing they had with Metrocon in Tampa. What we didn't expect was that outside of that specific gallery would be so many other it offers that would not only keep our interests, but seem to be tailored specifically for us. Besides from a pushy saleswoman in the world gift shop, the volunteers and employees were amazing. My son especially was incredibly excited about this space-themed exhibits upstairs, but was also impressed up the pieces that rounded out the asian exhibit downstairs. The kimonos were breathtaking, but the scroll work depicting leadership in China throughout the ages was fantastic! Can't wait for the next exhibit.

Robert C.

03:30 21 Aug 25

This was a very fun museum to explore. It didn’t seam like it would be much from the outside, but had plenty to offer on the inside. One could easily spend hours looking at everything this place has to offer. Something I appreciated was the variety of glass art they have on display. Some of the pieces leave you wondering how they were made while others leave you in awe in how patient the artists must be. For them this would truly have to be a passion with the levels of detail that went into their work. I enjoyed this museum so much I plan on making others trips back to take it in at a slower pace. If you want to be amazed with amazing pieces of glass work/art this is the place for you.

Ernie M.

09:46 11 Aug 25

This place is magical! There is so much to see and they always have something interactive going on, whether it's a artist performing or cosplay event. The staff is inviting and informative. We enjoyed this little gem. Parking is on the street and drink refreshments are free.

Elizabeth

21:22 24 Jul 25

I absolutely loved this museum! The art doesn’t just inspire—it truly transports you to another world. The creativity and craftsmanship with glass is just incredible. I was amazed by everything on display.

What I appreciated most is that they don’t only support talent from the U.S., but also from around the world. On top of that, many of the pieces share important messages about human rights and culture, which I found beautiful and powerful. It’s amazing how much can be taught through art.

The space itself is stunning, with breathtaking sculptures that really leave a mark. I went with my 7-year-old daughter, and she was fascinated too—she absolutely loved it. It’s definitely a place I want to visit again.
♥️

Shanel

18:33 20 Jul 25

A must visit in St. Pete! A quieter but absolutely beautiful 😍 museum! The glass sculptures and art work are very impressive! 34,000 sq feet of contemporary art and glass sculptures, they also have a lot of various paintings and other types of artwork to enjoy. I wanted to buy everything in the gift shop!

Roxann P.

02:18 19 Jul 25

This place is so cool. They a variety of glass art and other mediums. Very unique and worth visiting if you have never been before. The shop has a lot of unique glass items. They host of variety events as well!

Michael E.

19:00 12 Jul 25

The glass artwork on display here is absolutely amazing. Off the chart. The skill and talent to create the pieces on display is top notch. And the effort and time to find these items is hard to conceive.

Everything is beautifully displayed. The staff is friendly and very helpful. This museum is well worth the stop

Brad M.

13:58 05 Jul 25

If you're a glass lover you can't go wrong with this museum. One of the most famous glass blowers of his time. The family and I spent hours just amazed at all the beautiful glassware.