The St. Pete Store & Visitors Center Is For Locals Too!

The store began as a way for the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce to showcase community artists and makers. Since then, the concept has taken off and exceeded expectations. Last year they saw more than 16,000 visitors! And they plan to see even more this year. Tourists and locals love it! In fact, Coordinator Shelli Hemans, explains that her biggest concern is keeping up with demand for new artists. “Some stop by just to see what’s new which is why we update our inventory at least every quarter,” says Hemans.

St Pete Store & Visitor Center
St Pete Store & Visitor Center

In addition to local art, there are plenty of other reasons to visit the Center. Planning a trip to the Dali or taking a class at Florida Craft Art? The store offers discounts on tickets to local museums and events. Need ideas for how to entertain visiting family? Check out their racks of brochures featuring all of the touristy delights our little-big city has to offer. While you’re there, snag a plaque featuring your neighborhood logo. And now you can find past and current issues of Green Bench Monthly!

St Pete Store & Visitor Center
St Pete Store & Visitor Center

The Store is staffed by the Chamber and an incredible set of passionate volunteers. Stop by, say hello, and tell them Green Bench Monthly sent you!

The St. Pete Store & Visitors Center is on the corner of 2nd Ave N and 1st St N at 100 2nd Ave N. They are open Monday-Wednesday and Saturday from 10am-5pm; Thursdays and Fridays from 10am-6pm. For more information, call (727) 388-0686. Local Makers, Artists, and Volunteers… If you are interested in selling your work or volunteering at the store, please email Shelli Hemans at [email protected].

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