Imagine Museum
Imagine Museum features a spectacular collection of contemporary glass art from around the world, showcasing the evolution of the studio glass movement through color, form and light. Explore its “American Masters” galleries to discover pioneering artists and the generations they inspired, then see innovative techniques and designs in “Glass Now.”
Other highlights include Czech artist Jan Exnar’s abstract glass sculptures and works by contemporary European and Japanese artists. “Blue Madonna,” a collaboration between Gottfried Helnwein and Trish Duggan, pairs photorealistic paintings with cast-glass faces in a tribute to mothers. Located on Central Avenue in St. Petersburg, the museum invites you to discover just how imaginative glass art can be.
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The museum offers exciting tours, scavenger hunts for kids, a theater room for those interested in the secrets of the glassmaking trade and a beautiful gift shop filled with the most unique handmade glass treasures.
Your adventure in beautiful downtown St. Pete begins at Imagine Museum!
Admission
Museum admission is $15 for adults; $13 for seniors 65-plus and members of the military with ID; $10 for educators, college students with ID and children 7-17; and free for members and children 6 and younger.
Tours
Public tours included with admission at select times throughout the week.
An interactive audio tour is included with admission, subject to availability. It is available in English and Spanish, so be sure to bring your headphones.
Private guided tours of 10 participants or more are available Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
To book a private tour, visit imaginemuseum.com/guided-tours or call 727-300-1700.
Special Events & Activities
Enjoy seasonal scavenger hunts and weekly admission specials: $10 Tuesday nights from 5–8 p.m., $5 Prime Time Wednesdays for guests 65 and older, $5 Thursday nights from 5–8 p.m. and $5 Sundays from 10 a.m.–noon.
Active-duty military members and veterans receive free admission on R.E.D. Fridays from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. for the rest of 2026. Wear red and present a valid military or veteran ID to participate.
The Young Artists Series takes place every second Saturday from 10 a.m.–2 p.m., giving children an opportunity to create and display their artwork. Participation is free with paid adult admission.
The museum also participates in Museums for All, offering $3 admission during regular business hours to guests presenting a SNAP benefit card and photo ID. Children 6 and younger are always admitted free.
Check the museum’s special offers and event calendar for seasonal promotions, live music, art talks and other programs.
Museum Accessibility
For information on accessibility at Imagine Museum for visitors with special needs, please see our Museum Accessibility in St. Pete-Clearwater article.
Hours
Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–5 PM
Thursday 10 AM–8 PM
Friday 10 AM–5 PM
Saturday 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday 10 AM–5 PM
What Visitors Love
The Imagine Museum turned out to be a hidden gem that we had walked past so many times without realizing what was inside. After visiting it once, we already know we’ll be coming back. It’s a wonderful place for both adults and children, with truly unique and fascinating works of art. Highly recommend discovering this special place!
✨ A World of Light, Color & Imagination ✨ I had such a wonderful time exploring the Imagine Museum in St. Petersburg during Free Museum Day! The galleries were filled with extraordinary contemporary glass art—each piece transforming light, color and movement into something almost otherworldly. It was fascinating to see how artists can take something as delicate as glass and shape it into bold sculptures, luminous landscapes and intricate expressions of the imagination. Some pieces seemed to glow from within, while others changed completely depending on where I stood. The entire museum felt like an exploration of creativity, transformation and the infinite possibilities that emerge when vision and artistry come together. What a beautiful reminder to keep looking at life from different perspectives. 💫Super Busy weekend #ImagineMuseum #StPeteArts #FreeMuseumDay #GlassArt #ContemporaryArt #ArtAdventure #StPetersburgFlorida #FloridaAdventures #LightAndColor #CreativeInspiration
On Wednesday, July 8, 2026 my wife and me visited the Museum for the first time. It's a museum in the Art of Glass and it's beautiful. The associates will give you an introduction of the history of how the glass was created. The associates were very helpful and nice too. They also have a store that sells Art Glass. I recommend it.
We had an absolutely amazing time at the museum today! Everything is stunningly beautiful, but the absolute highlight was the staff. Judy and Jean at the gift shop were incredibly welcoming, and Judy (who had the coolest hair color!) gave us a super insightful tour with an awesome rundown on the history of glass making. Getting to see the record-setting $1 million glass boat sculpture, Passage, was a definite treat and completely breathtaking. This museum is an absolute must-do if you are anywhere near the area. Don't skip it!
Works from different parts of the world reveal very different ways of thinking about material, light and form. Because the exhibitions keep changing, the museum never feels quite the same twice. Some of the glass sculptures are particularly absorbing. You begin by looking at the object itself, then at the way it catches, bends or filters light — and before long, you find yourself completely drawn in. Some of these works have such an ethereal presence that they are reason enough to return
General Information
- Family-friendly
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Street or off-site parking
- WiFi available
Discounts
- Group Discount
- Military Discount
- Senior Citizen Discount
- Student Discount
Accessible Features
- Accessible restroom
- Wheelchair lift or ramp
- Wheelchair-friendly inside walkways
- Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
- Wheelchair Accessible Parking
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Rates & Times
- Time to Experience Activity: 2 - 3 hours