2027 Exhibition Dates & Venue

 

Sarasota, FL | Bayfront Park
(5 Bayfront Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236 - Directions)

Park entrance is located at the corner of Ringling Boulevard and Bayfront Drive/US Route 41

January 16- April 18, 2027

Park open 7:00 AM to 11 PM daily | free admission

Grand Opening Celebration: Saturday, January 16, 1:00 - 3:00 PM

More details coming soon...

The centerpiece of Embracing Our Differences is our juried, outdoor exhibition featuring 50 artworks and quotations created by artists, writers, and students from around the world reflecting their interpretations of our mission. Showcased in Sarasota's Bayfront Park since 2004, the annual exhibition is a cornerstone of the arts on Florida's Cultural Coast.

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Assistive listening devices are available for all guided tours.

The exhibition is accessible to people using wheelchairs, including the restrooms.

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St. Petersburg, FL | St. Pete Pier 
(800 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 - Directions)

February 12 - March 14, 2027

The St. Pete Pier opens 30 minutes before sunrise to 11:00 PM daily | free admission
The St. Pete Pier offers more than 500 on-site parking spaces, including six electric vehicle charging stations.
There is also extensive bike parking and access via the Downtown Looper and Central Avenue Trolley.

Grand Opening Celebration: Friday, February 12, 4:30 - 6:30 PM

More details coming soon...


Assistive listening devices are available for all guided tours.

The exhibition is accessible to people using wheelchairs, including the restrooms.

Annual Sponsorship Levels   Become a Sponsor Online   Become a Sponsor By Mail