The Two RV Gypsies: Full-Time RVers
went to see The Chihuly Collection once again
This time at 400 Beach Drive NE
St. Petersburg, Florida
October 13, 2015

The Chihuly Collection is a permanent display of work by the Tacoma-born artist Dale Chihuly. St. Petersburg’s collection is not only one of the most impressive, but is also presented in a building that was officially approved and partially created by the master himself.

The charismatic glass sculptor enrolled in one of the country’s first university glass program in the 1960s. His work is very successful and unique, and Chihuly now has work featured in hundreds of galleries around the world. The Chihuly Collection is managed by the Morean Arts Center and set in 10,000 square feet of custom-built architecture designed by Albert Alfonso. Because of its size, the museum is able to house some of the glass artist’s grandest works. On the way in, you can’t miss Chihuly’s 20-foot high sculpture, crafted especially for the collection. Be sure to purchase the package deal or get a Groupon coupon. Otherwise this will cost more than you should pay. It is a much smaller collection than the one in Seattle.

Below: Outside of the building: The Chihuly Collection sign and Florida Rose Crystal Tower, 2010

Below: A Temporary Display in the lobby of the building.

Below: The Permanent Display by Dale Chihuly

Below: Sunset Persian Wall

The Blue Neon Tumbleweed and the Ruby Red Icicle Chandelier with their scraggly glass shapes that illuminate the ceiling in various colors are the highlights of the collection.

Note: The two RV Gypsies enjoyed this collection, but were surprised by how small it was. They saw the Chihuly Collection in Seattle earlier this year and it was a heck of a lot bigger. But, both collections are totally worth seeing. If you want to do so, you can check out the Seattle Collection through the link below, and then you can come back here and continue this journey.

Check out the Seattle Chihuly Collection, June 19, 2015 - which is much bigger (2 pages)

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AFTER you have seen all of the above sites, please continue on to October 23 - 30, 2015: Karen Duquette went on a Country Western Cruise with a friend, but Lee stayed home in the RV to relax. OR Continue Navigation in the order of your choice via the alphabetical or category buttons below OR Click here to see travels by the year (not the best way)