Chihuly Across Florida: Masterworks in Glass
Become enveloped in a mesmerizing kaleidoscope of glass sculptures by world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly in the exhibition Chihuly Across Florida: Masterworks in Glass, which is on view at the Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) in Orlando and the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in St. Petersburg Now through May 30, 2004.

The Regional Presenting Sponsor in Florida is the Progress Energy Foundation. These simultaneous, site-specific exhibitions constitute the largest presentation ever of Chihuly glass and the first time two major art museums have collaborated to show his work at the same time.

“We are proud to help bring Dale Chihuly’s cutting edge works to Florida,” says Bill Habermeyer, president & CEO of Progress Energy Florida. “It speaks to the strength of the arts in Florida that an exhibition of such magnitude has been developed specifically for shows in St. Petersburg and Orlando. We look for this ambitious project to enrich the lives of area residents and attract visitors to both communities.”

Chihuly designed the exhibitions to complement the very different architectural styles of each museum. The OMA’s building blends classical elements with contemporary detailing and provides an open, expansive environment while the Mediterranean style of the MFA provides a traditional and intimate setting with indoor gardens. The museums have joined to create a statewide celebration of glass art, providing a unique cultural opportunity for Florida residents and tourists. Chihuly Across Florida will bring national and international attention to Florida as a “state of the arts.”