âď¸POOL PARTY SUMMER MARKETâď¸
Now accepting applications!
Friday, July 3 | 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
We are now accepting applications from artisans, small businesses, and food vendors interested in having a booth at this exciting summertime celebration! This is a fun, indoor event for all ages.
All vendors will be located indoors. The deadline to apply is May 20. All vendors will be notified by June 1. Applicants that do not use social media will not be considered for participation.
Application available here: lightnermuseum.org/events/pool-party/
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Currently on view at the Lightner Museum â¨
The Lightner is open daily.
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., last admission at 4:00 p.m.
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âď¸ Join the Lightner Museum for five weeks of creativity, discovery, and fun during our summer camp program! Campers will work with a Lightner Educator each week to explore a new theme related to the museum, its historic building, and collections. Every camp day will be different, with unique hands-on activities, games, and exploration of the museum.
âď¸ REGISTRATION NOW OPEN âď¸
lightnermuseum.org/summer-camp
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Today is International Museum Day. Established in 1948 by Otto C. Lightner, the museum is housed within the former Hotel Alcazarâa grand Gilded Age resort commissioned by Standard Oil executive Henry Flagler. Designed by the architecture firm of Carrère and Hastings, the magnificent Spanish Renaissance Revival building remains a significant part of the cityâs rich heritage.
Inside, youâll find an eclectic collection ranging from ornate Gilded Age furniture to vintage typewriters and whimsical curiosities. Alongside these permanent displays, a dynamic selection of changing exhibitions ensures there is always something new to discover.
The Lightner Museum is open 7 days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with our last admission at 4:00 p.m.
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Opening on June 5, Alex Devereux: The American Traveler is the next exhibition in our 2026 Lightner Local series.
The American Traveler is a meditation on the restless spirit of exploration that defines the American experience. From the mythology of the open road to the enduring allure of Route 66, travel functions as both a literal journey and a powerful symbol of the American Dream. Devereux explores this ethos through iconic imagery: cars idling beneath neon signs, train tracks fading into distant horizons, and roadside architecture poised between past prosperity and present decline.
The opening reception for Alex Devereux: The American Traveler will take place on Friday, June 5 from 5:30-7:30pm, during St. Augustineâs First Friday Art Walk.
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Yesterday eveningâs watercolor workshop was SO fun and creative â weâve decided to host another opportunity to participate!
đ Watercolor Workshop: Seashells with Erin Hellmann
đď¸ Thursday, June 25
â° 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Experience a creative evening at the Lightner Museum with a watercolor workshop led by artist Erin Hellmann. In this casual, all-levels session, participants will paint seashells while exploring basic watercolor techniques like layering, color blending, and brushwork.
All supplies will be provided. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this workshop offers a relaxing way to explore both nature and creativity.
$40 per person | $20 Lightner Museum Members
đ Register here: lightnermuseum.org/events/watercolor
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Join us for Yoga in the Radzinski Garden this Saturday, 5/16 at 8:30 a.m.
đ§đźââď¸ Bring your yoga mat, water, and any props if you need them. This is an all-levels, donation-based flow. No pre-registration required, just show up!
𪴠The Radzinski Garden is located at the rear of the Lightner Museum building.
#lightnermuseum #staugustineyoga #communityyoga #staugustine #yogainthegarden
âđť Sit Sketch: Figure Drawing with Martha Ferguson
Tâhursday, June 11 | 6:00 p.m. â 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a relaxed and inspiring âevening of figure drawing at theâ Lightner Museum with local artist Martha Ferguson. This figure drawing workshop will focus on sculptures from the Lightner Museumâs collection as subjects. Whether youâre an experienced artist or simply looking to slow down and observe, this is a great opportunity to connect with art through sketching in a welcoming, creative environment.
$15 Per Person
$5 Lightner Museum Members
đ Register here: lightnermuseum.org/events/sit-sketch
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POV: The Lightner Museum Education Department is getting ready for Summer Camp.
âď¸Registration is open!
Visit lightnermuseum.org/summer-camp
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đ¸ Still looking for the perfect gift for Mom? From elegant jewelry and accessories, to inspiring books and one-of-a-kind St. Augustine and Lightner-themed items, the Lightner Museum Store has got you covered.
đ¸ Lightner Museum Members receive 20-30% off their purchase in the Lightner Museum Store.
Open 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 7 days a week, the Lightner Museum Store is located at the front entrance to the Lightner building.
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A Moment in Time: America 250 celebrates the timeless beauty of Northeast Florida and its place in Americaâs Story. Featuring contemporary paintings by The First Coast Plein Air Painters, A Moment in Time: America 250 is on view through July 14, 2026.
âCadiz Street is a quiet, historic street in downtown St. Augustine, Florida, intersecting with Aviles Streetâthe oldest continuously platted street in the United States. Located in the heart of the Spanish colonial district, Cadiz Street was renamed in 1924 to honor CĂĄdiz, Spain, a city closely tied to Pedro MenĂŠndez de AvilĂŠs. Today, visitors are drawn to the area for its iconic architecture and historic charm.â
Image: Randy Pitts, Down Cadiz Street, Oil
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đ¸ Celebrate Motherâs Day with a gift that inspires and gives year-roundâshare art, history, and culture with a Lightner Museum Membership.
đ¸ Your recipient will receive a personalized gift message via email before Motherâs Day, along with a complimentary gift mailed with their membership card.
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