5 Ways to Shop Local and Support the Arts This Holiday Season
We’re making your holiday shopping a little easier this year by highlighting all of the ways you can shop local, and support the arts at the same time. St. Lucie County has no shortage of wonderful galleries, talented local artists, exciting events, and more. Here are five ways you can shop local and support the arts this holiday season:
1. Support a local artist
Do you know someone who just moved into a new home who is looking for that perfect piece to complement their new space? Peruse our directory of member artists (many artists include links to their websites and include samples of their work), and take a look at virtual gallery of artwork for sale.
2. See a show
Photo credit: TC Palm, Treasure Coast Ballet
There are numerous theatrical productions going on that will get you and your family in the holiday spirit: The Midtown Men in Concert, The Nutcracker presented by Treasure Coast Ballet, and Narnia, a winter dance production by St. Lucie Dance Theatre at Sunrise Theatre in Fort Pierce, and A Holiday Spectacular presented by the Indian River State College Wind Ensemble, just to name a few! Subscribe to our e-mail list to stay in the loop about upcoming events.
3. Enjoy the gardens
Photo credit: Heathcote Botanical Gardens
Take advantage of the cooler weather and visit your local botanical gardens: Check out Garden of Lights at Heathcote Botanical Gardens.
4. Take in Masters of Glass
Plan a visit to the A.E. Backus Museum in Fort Pierce to see the exquisite beauty of studio glass, featuring renowned artists Dale Chihuly and Marlene Rose. The exhibit is showcasing now through December 30th.
5. Shop Small
Art Connection of Fort Pierce
Support your local arts and cultural businesses and gift shops this holiday season: Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens gift shop is a great place to pick up a holiday gift. Stop by and check out the locally made art at Art Connection of Fort Pierce and Seriously Mixed Media.
When you purchase a piece of art from a local artist, take your family on a trip to museum, or attend a festival, you’re supporting the livelihoods of many. Thank you for shopping local and supporting the arts in St. Lucie County. Have a wonderful holiday season!
Looking for a great gift for an artist you love? St. Lucie Cultural Alliance membership is perfect for that artist spouse, significant other, much loved child or best friend – a $75 Premium Artist Membership gives them the opportunity to post four pieces for sale on our website. For that person who is difficult to buy for or already has everything – a $100 individual membership in their name lets them know they have made a real difference in their community by supporting local arts and culture.