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Discover the latest news on Imagine Museum, St. Petersburg’s must-visit destination for contemporary glass art.
From world-renowned exhibits to unique experiences on Central Avenue, see why Imagine Museum stands out among St. Petersburg attractions.
September 08, 2026
ree Museum Weekend at Imagine Museum | Arts Alive! St. Petersburg Imagine Museum is welcoming the community to Arts Alive! Free Museum Weekend on September 19–20, 2026, offering free admission and extended hours with advance registration.
August 29, 2026
Experience a weekend of comics, cosplay, contemporary glass art, anime, gaming, and pop culture at Imagine Museum during TB Comic Convention
August 28, 2026
Chef Marques Clark, founder of YES CHEF VILLAGE, Inc., brings together coffee , culture , history, and storytelling through an engaging educational experience. As a steward of African American foodways, he preserves ancestral traditions through education , demonstrations , and unforgettable flavor.
August 3, 2026
Threads of Vision brings international fashion designer Maya Mouis to St. Petersburg for a one-night-only runway experience featuring couture designs, live entertainment, and an immersive gallery setting surrounded by the museum’s world-class glass art.
July 24, 2026
Graphic Worlds brings together international artists and creators who transform anime and comic storytelling into physical form. From intricate glasswork to bold illustrations, each piece moves beyond traditional exhibition boundaries—placing you inside the worlds you’ve only seen on screen or page.
July 23, 2026
Graphic Worlds, subtitled Anime & Comic Book Exhibition, is a celebration of anime and comic book art, and its close relationship with the mind-bendingly creative glass art that is the museum’s everyday calling card (there’s a lot of new stuff, curated just for this weekend, on display).
July 20, 2026
Graphic Worlds: Anime & Comic Book Exhibition opens July 24–26 with a three-day festival celebrating anime, comics, and contemporary glass art. The opening weekend transforms Imagine Museum into an immersive fandom experience for guests of all ages.
July 16, 2026
Imagine Museum will partner with the Tampa Bay Comic Convention to host “Graphic Worlds: Anime & Comic Book Exhibition. An opening weekend festival will be presented Friday through Sunday, July 24-26, at Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg.
June 15, 2026
Celebrate Father's Day weekend with space-themed family fun, hands-on activities, and stunning glass art.
June 09, 2026
From June 19–21, fathers receive free admission and kids are just $5, giving families an affordable opportunity to enjoy the museum’s contemporary glass art exhibitions and make lasting memories together.
March 13, 2026
There is a new exhibit at the Imagine Museum that’s asking artists to get intergalactic. From aliens to astronauts to Baby Yoda and flying saucers, you could say “Visions of Future” is out of this world.
January 28, 2026
Immerse yourself in a gallery-style indoor market filled with original art, rare collectibles, exclusive merch, and tasty treats by Nams Sandos and Best Bakery Around. Experience comic culture brought to life in a vibrant, interactive setting.
January 28, 2026
Join us at Imagine Museum as we celebrate the captivating fusion of comic and anime art at our latest Exhibition, ‘Graphic Worlds,’ in partnership with Tampa Bay’s Metro Convention and Comic Convention! Reserve your spot and pay upon entry.
December 3, 2025
In this episode, Jules Warren gives us an inside look at one of St. Pete's most intriguing museums. The Imagine Museum is a world-class collection of glass artworks brought in from around the world. She talks with the marketing manager, Jordan Breslin, on the museum's mission to inspire, uplift, and educate its visitors.
November 30, 2025
The Imagine Museum wows visitors with multiple galleries of glass art, each with a different theme. It sponsors special exhibits and unusual examples of glass art from everywhere.
November 20, 2025
When people see his artwork, Vincent Ricottilli loves their reaction when learning about the common material used, duct tape. Whether it was scribbling in a notebook, or dabbling in other mediums, Ricottilli has loved art his entire life. His first foray into using duct tape was when he first noticed an image of a bridge.
October 16, 2025
Finding Florida takes viewers on a journey through the diverse and vibrant state of Florida, highlighting the incredible people, places, and hidden gems that make it unique. From bustling urban centers to quiet coastal towns, we showcase the stories of local heroes, artisans, entrepreneurs, and everyday Floridians who contribute to the state's rich culture and natural beauty.
October 16, 2025
Jim Simpson and Laurie Dichiara have been collecting animation and entertainment memorabilia and historical artifacts for 25 years. After retirement, the husband and wife figured that the best way to share that joy is to open a non-profit museum under the name Walts Secret Closet Inc.
September 17, 2025
The Imagine Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, is featuring an exhibition called "Journey of the Imagination," which is a visual treat spread across 21 galleries. The exhibition, which has been ongoing with no plans of being taken down, showcases about 2,500 works of glass art.
September 14, 2025
The event is a three-day celebration of comic book art and pop culture. Featuring six major events, the weekend includes original art showcases, cosplay contests, fandom trivia, artist-led workshops, and a special appearance by anime voice actor and mentalist Joshua Seth.
September 3, 2025
The Imagine Museum is known for glass pieces. Conner's new exhibit is an extension of Graphic Worlds, an exhibition that highlights the artform of comic books. That exhibit debuted last year and returned this year.
September 1, 2025
Home school students had the chance to create their own superheroes and write their own comic strips at the Imagine Museum in St. Pete. It’s all part of their back-to-school programming.
August 12, 2025
St. Petersburg’s Imagine Museum is hosting Graphic Worlds: Comic Book Weekend, featuring the creators of a comic book icon.
August 3, 2025
The 45-minute film, with score added later, is being screened Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the Imagine Museum, and introduced by St. Pete film historian Christopher Ward.
July 15, 2025
Tampa Bay’s ultimate comic and anime art show is back with exclusive art, top cosplayers, and immersive fan experiences.
May 28, 2025
My Dad’s a Superhero (and He’s Lost His Marbles!) Celebrate Father’s Day at Imagine Museum with free admission for dads all week and a special live mind magic show with delicious bakery treats on Sunday, June 15th!
May 07, 2025
This Mother’s Day weekend, Imagine Museum invites families to honor the special women in their lives with creativity and connection at the “Through the Glass Garden” event.
May 06, 2025
Mother’s Day is Sunday, and we found a number of ways to pay tribute to the maternal figures in our lives, from brunches to a fun day out in Tampa Bay.
April 30, 2025
My Dad’s a Superhero (and He’s Lost His Marbles!) Celebrate Father’s Day at Imagine Museum with free admission for dads all week and a special live mind magic show with delicious bakery treats on Sunday, June 15th!
November 8, 2024
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - A special exhibit exploring comic and anime art is opening at the Imagine Museum in St. Petersburg. The exhibit hopes to shine a light on the art of comic books.
November 8, 2024
Imagine Museum joins us, talking about exciting new additions to the American Masters Wing and how they're celebrating local heroes all month long.
Thirty-six new pieces by celebrated American artist Steven Tobin have been added to the museum's collection.
September 5, 2024
Inspired, in part, by the bright color and symbolism of anime, plus Japanese and Filipino culture, University of South Florida alum Cheryl Weber makes mural, illustration and graphic design marked by happy colors and the absence of straight lines.
August 27, 2024
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - At a workshop at the Imagine Museum, local comic book artist Josh T. Rodriguez hopes to inspire others like comics inspired him. After a brief introduction to 15 participants, Rodriguez puts up a slide with a variety of his comics artwork.
"Everything in here is fully done just through ink," he explained.
June 26, 2024
ST. PETERSBURG — “Graphic Worlds: Exploring Comic and Anime Art,” a comprehensive exploration of visual storytelling, will kick off with an opening reception on Friday, June 28, 5 to 8 p.m., at Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg.
June 25, 2024
The Imagine Museum of Contemporary Glass Art is set to open their latest exhibition, Graphic Worlds: Exploring Comic and Anime Art on June 28th. This exhibition, presented in collaboration with Metrocon, Tampa Bay's Comic Convention, and Tru by Hilton, challenges stereotypes surrounding comic, manga, and anime art, bridging the gap between the world of fine arts and pop culture.
June 14, 2024
Recently featured on WFLA Channel 8's Gems of Tampa Bay with Brianda Villegas, step into a world of mesmerizing artistry and brilliance at Imagine Museum, a true gem nestled in the heart of Tampa Bay. This extraordinary museum is a sanctuary of glass art, where creativity meets craftsmanship in a stunning display of innovation and beauty.
June 12, 2024
Recently featured on Fox13's Good Day Tampa Bay with Charley Belcher, Imagine Museum in St. Pete is a captivating haven dedicated to the artistry of glass. Located in St. Petersburg, Florida, it showcases a stunning collection of contemporary glass art, featuring intricate sculptures, vibrant installations, and innovative designs crafted by talented artists from around the world.
April 9, 2024
Recently featured on WTSP 10 Tampa Bay's Great Day Live, Imagine Museum's latest exhibition, Imagine Deeper: Into and Beyond Your Dreams showcases 36 lenticular artworks by former Salvador Dali protege, Louis Markoya. Visit Imagine Museum to see this spectacular exhibition in person.
February 2, 2024
A rare protege of the master surrealist is yet another of Salvador Dalí’s connections to the region, and a new exhibition opening soon goes beyond even what the celebrated Spanish artist created. Louis Markoya’s “Imagine Deeper: Into and Beyond Your Dreams” is making its debut at the Imagine Museum in St. Pete this weekend, a limited run showcasing a generational talent beginning February 3.
January 23, 2024
Celebrate six years of Imagine Museum at their sixth anniversary Fire and Light Celebration! Mix and mingle with over two dozen international glass artists, enjoy live music by Carl Amundson, indulge in mouth-watering appetizers and refreshing drinks, and marvel at Imagine Museum's spectacular collection.
August 22, 2023
Imagine Museum’s Rhythmic Exhibits is a remarkable evening of soulful jazz and captivating visual art at the Imagine Museum. The evening features an exceptionally talented Elijah Preuss, known for his electric guitar prowess and unmistakably raspy voice.
August 19, 2023
Imagine Museum is here with an opportunity to explore a large collection of stunning glass art. Be geared up for visiting the Imagine Museum where you will be thrilled by the mesmerizing beauty of glass art.
August 13, 2023
Time is running out for art enthusiasts to seize an extraordinary opportunity. Imagine Museum's Contemporary Glass Art Auction, a collaborative alliance with The Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts, is approaching its grand finale on Thursday, Aug. 31.
July 21, 2023
Guests can shop from more than 20 local vendors outside the Imagine Museum. There will be artwork, handcrafted goods for sale, along with live music.
July 21, 2023
On this edition of the Arts Alive! podcast, we welcome David Flatt, the executive director of St. Petersburg’s Imagine Museum. It’s home to one of the most varied and extensive private collections of contemporary glass art in the southeastern United States.
June 15, 2023
Bill Edwards, who has operated the city-owned Mahaffey Theater for 13 years, and Imagine Museum founder Trish Duggan are auctioning 30 pieces of contemporary glass art – with half of the proceeds earmarked for their charities (the other 50 percent will go to the artists).
June 15, 2023
Two of St. Petersburg’s pillars of philanthropy have joined forces to bring more art, and more cultural education, into the community. Bill Edwards, who has operated the city-owned Mahaffey Theater for 13 years, and Imagine Museum founder Trish Duggan are auctioning 30 pieces of contemporary glass art – with half of the proceeds earmarked for their charities (the other 50 percent will go to the artists).
May 2023
Check out the Cover and Page 10 of the May 2023 edition of The Artisan Magazine featuring Imagine Museum and Trish Duggan. “Imagine Museum has one of the largest collections of contemporary glass art in the world. St Petersburg is fortunate to have it in our city.”
October 21, 2022
In this article published by Rolling Stone Magazine, our Founder, Trish Duggan, explores how art, creativity, and imagination are essential to human mental well-being.
October 19, 2022
Travel writers from across the U.S. and Canada, while at the International Food Wine and Travel Writers conference in St. Petersburg, Florida, explore the area and recommend Imagine Museum as one of the “Top Things to do in Downtown St. Pete”.
June 12, 2022
Featured by Times staff as a place to stay cool in Tampa Bay for $15 or less and “boasts a stunning collection of contemporary glass"
April 13, 2022
Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass event tells the story behind Martin Blank and Trish Duggan’s collaborative installation, “If a River Could Tell a Story”
February 17, 2022
An after-school family visit to the Imagine Museum: “There is no other museum dedicated to contemporary glass art like Imagine Museum."
July 12, 2021
In Top 10 Tampa Bay Events, Imagine Museum is featured offering $5 special admission to all Hillsborough and Paso county residents.
June 24, 2021
Imagine Museum offers $5 admission to all Pinellas County residents as a “Welcome Back” to friends and neighbors.
June 23, 2021
Imagine Museum is featured in Condé Nast Traveler’s “The Best Weekend Getaways in the U.S.”
March 2, 2021
Imagine Museum features special exhibits to experience immersive digital tours with augmented reality.
February 27, 2021
Fox 13 News Tampa Bay features Imagine Museum as a destination for all ages to experience glass art.
October 15, 2020
Great Day Live invites you to “explore gorgeous glass art” at Imagine Museum, a “place that will take your breath away."
May 13, 2020
Imagine Museum’s Executive Director, Jane Buckman discusses how artists around the world have elevated glass artwork to a fine art.
