The Dali Museum in St. Petersburg Florida is unique in that its main focus is on a single artist, Salvador Felipe Jacinto Dali i Domenech. The permanent collection is made up of 95 original oil paintings, more than 100 watercolors and drawings and nearly 1,300 graphics, sculptures, photographs and objects d’art. The museum also houses an extensive library of information on the artist.
Instructions
1. Explore the museum collection. Divided into seven different galleries, the Dali Museum's permanent collection offers an extensive tour through the artist's life. Each gallery presents works that are related, either by theme, style or period. Gallery 5 is the largest of the galleries, and is situated in the center of the other rooms. Entrance to the galleries can be gained through the museum store, which also serves as the exit. The museum offers guided tours of the collection, individual audio tours, as well as toured tailored to the handicapped, or those not fluent in English.
2. Visit the touring exhibit. Throughout the year, the museum plays host to various touring exhibits that have some relationship to Dali or his work. In the past, exhibits have included such themes as "Dali & Mass Culture", "Mapping Dali's Landscapes", "Dali Revealed: Land, Myth, Perception and God" and even a surrealist student show. These exhibits change on a regular basis and are included in the regular museum admission price.
3. Participate in a special event. The museum offers weekly, monthly and special events featuring various themes. Some of the regular events include: Dali Family Fun Saturdays Breakfast with Dali, offered on the 1st Saturday of each month Coffee with a Dali Curator, 1st Wednesday of each month Dali & Beyond Film Series, 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month In the past, special events have included: Wine & Song, a wine tasting and the celebration of Spanish culture Dali Music from the Outside, an avant-garde music event S'Real Friday Happy Hour, Music, art, films and spirits.
4. Shop in the museum store. Located inside the main entrance to the museum, the Dali Museum store is a Dali lover's paradise. The massive store includes items such as calendars, books, jewelry, toys, games, perfume, posters, prints, DVDs and clothing inspired by Dali. In addition, the store also offers museum memberships. You do not have to purchase admission into the galleries to shop in the store.
