Creative Pinellas, Florida Botanical Gardens, and Heritage Village are excited to announce Third Saturdays at Pinewood. Every 3rd Saturday, visitors can explore and experience ever changing exhibitions, self-guided scavenger hunts, curated activities and so much more. This will be a free event with food trucks and free parking.
At Creative Pinellas (12-5 pm), guests can discover poignant stories about the covid epidemic told through artifacts displayed at “The Things They Left Behind” exhibition, open through June 26th. Food trucks on site.
“Having a set Saturday each month for Pinewood with the three organizations will provide an opportunity for tourists and the community to come together and encounter all that Pinewood has to offer,” said Creative Pinellas CEO Barbara St. Clair. “We look forward to seeing people come out and enjoy high-quality arts and cultural experiences.”
At the Florida Botanical Gardens (7 am – 5 pm), guests can enjoy free virtual and in-person activities, including self-guided scavenger hunts, games from the TaleBlazer mobile app, plus instructor-led events from the Growing Up Wild curriculum.
“The Pinewood campus is a wonderful place to enjoy nature, art, and history. We are excited that we are teaming up to create a new monthly experience for our local community and visitors to Pinellas County.” Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation Executive Director Vernon R. Bryant.
“We have a rare combination of the arts, history, and horticulture here at Pinewood Cultural Park, and we hope locals and visitors alike will take advantage of their chance to experience all we have to offer” said Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation Communications Coordinator Emily Bloxam.
At Heritage Village (10 am – 4 pm), guests can visit the HC Smith Store and the McKay Creek Boat Shop Exhibit. Experience a typical store from the 1900s and learn about early sailing days in Pinellas County.
“Pinewood Park is a hidden gem in the middle of Pinellas County. There’s so much to do and see in one spot, and it’s free!” Heritage Village Operations Manager Monica M. Drake.
For more information about Creative Pinellas, it’s programs and activities, please visit creativepinellas.org or contact Roman Black, Marketing and Communications Manager at roman.black@creativepinellas.org.