Best Arts and Culture Places in New Smyrna Beach

"Opened in 1992 and relocated in 2007, the Southeast Museum of Photography is a museum on the Daytona State College campus. It’s permanent collection consists of over 3,500 photographs and hold over 20 exhibitions annually. Some of the talent on display here include photographs by William Klein, Sally Mann, Harry Callahan, Gordon Parks, Alfred Steiglitz, Edward Steichen, Paul Strand, Aaron Siskind and Robert Rauschenberg to name a few."

"The Southeast Museum of Photography’s Mission Statement reads, “The Southeast Museum of Photography exhibits, collects, preserves, and interprets photography to facilitate teaching and learning at Daytona State College, and enhances the community's understanding and appreciation of culture, history, art and photography.” And they are doing a brilliant job of it!. Head over to t...Read more"

"On the campus of Daytona State College is the Southeast Museum of Photography. The museum, which preserves, displays and interprets photographs, was founded in 1975 as space for Daytona State students to showcase their photography and view the works of others."

"The museums in Deland give the very essence of its citizens and rich culture. If you are looking for something deeper and more meaningful, head to the museums in city. Explore the cultural, artistic, scientific, or historical side of Deland with these museums."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Lisa Habermehl, D... used under CC BY-SA 4.0. Viewing art could truly be a life-changing experience for some."

"Located on South Nova Road in Daytona Beach, Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art is housed in a beautiful, open building that features towering vaulted ceilings and mezzanines. It is home to thousands of works of art, many of which are Florida-themed. Most of the museum’s pieces are paintings done by local and regional artists and touch on the state’s natural beauty, rich Native American cultures, and popular outdoor activities like fishing and boating that have been Florida’s most popular pastimes for more than a century."

"Included with your ticket to the Museum of Arts & Science is admission to the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art. This space houses 2,600 gorgeous paintings by Floridians and pieces showcasing the Florida landscape and culture. It’s the largest collection of Florida art in the world."

"The innovative Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art is home to the largest collection of Florida art in the world. The collection of 2,600 Florida themed oil and watercolor paintings are one of the newest attractions to the Museum of Arts & Sciences."

"Museum Of Art, DeLand - Downtown Location - (Formerly the Museum of Florida Art) – The Museum of Art in DeLand, Florida features a rotating selection of compelling exhibitions. Enjoy a walk along Downtown DeLand towards Stetson, and treat yourself to a cool blast of air conditioning and some incredible art when you reach your destination. Military Memorabilia"

"Primitive Expressions is located approximately 7 miles from De Leon Springs. Regarded as one of the best Churches in De Leon Springs area, Primitive Expressions is located at 2702 N Woodland Blvd. If you need more information, call them: (386) 740-0022. Read more about Primitive Expressions in Deland, FL"

"The Homer and Dolly Hand Art Center is a 5,000 square foot facility on the campus of Stetson University designed to house and exhibit the University art collection. The art center includes two galleries and a foyer gallery, a state-of-the-art collections vault, a preparation area and a seminar room used for classes and study. The Hand Art Center presents up to 8 unique art exhibitions each year, with accompanying programming including workshops, lectures, panel talks and receptions."

"Hand Art Center- Right on Stetson’s campus, next to the Duncan Gallery of Art, you’ll find the Hand Art Center, which has a rotating schedule of exhibitions from nationally recognized artists as well as notable works by Stetson professors and art majors. The walk is well worth the destination, and it will give you a glimpse into the beautiful campus of the “Harvard of the South.”. African American Museum"

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Art has its way of moving us. If you can’t get enough of captivating pieces, one of the best galleries in Deland is Hand Art Center at Stetson University."

"Lilian Place Heritage Center is next on our list of things to do in Daytona Beach. It’s a beautiful Victorian-era home, lovingly resorted and looked after, and representative of the historical era. Lilian Place is also known for its ghost hunting.."

"Step into the past for a tour of the oldest grand home on Daytona beach side or join us for a Victorian Tea at Hotchkiss house overlooking the Halifax River."

"Founded in 1996, ArtHaus has exhibited more than 100,000 works during its 25-year history in Port Orange. The gallery hosts 10 to 14 exhibitions each year, with many featuring the works of young artists in the Volusia County Schools system."

"Delight your taste buds in a scratch made meal from a place a little off the beaten path. Millie’s (closed Tuesdays) is a cozy little spot in Daytona Beach Shores that serves “river-to-table” and “ocean-to-table”eats and a handful of Southern dishes. My husband tried Millie’s Shrimp and Grits, different than those we are used to, with a smoked tomato vinaigrette."

"Main Street Station is a must see for visitors to Daytona Beach. Located just blocks from the World's Most Famous Beach, Main Street Station is a historical landmark with its origins dating back to 1934 along with the origins of stock car racing on the beach. Once a fully functioning garage owned and operated by NASCAR founder, Bill France Sr., this vintage garage bar maintains its authentic roots in appearance and its mission to keep the racing spirit of years past alive by hosting special annual events such as Back to the Roots honoring legends of racing."

"The Bank & Blues Club is located in the 700 block of Main Street - the heart of Daytona Beach and home of various events and festivals each year. It is also only a short walk from the Ocean Center and Peabody Auditorium. The Bank is an authentic historic bank, built in the early 1920's, and converted to a nightclub, featuring live music shows every Saturday night."

"The Streamline Hotel opened in 1940 and was popular among celebs, racecar drivers, and moonshine gangsters. It has been restored and infused with elegance and an art deco style. King standard rooms have king beds, luxurious oversized bath sheets, a bathrobe, and exclusive Pevonia products, plus a wet bar."

"640 Mary McLeod-Bethune Blvd., Daytona Beach, (386) 481-2122. Bethune-Cookman University is one of the richest resources of African-American historical and cultural exhibits in Florida. Bethune's home, located on the university's campus, serves as the headquarters of the Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation."

"The historic home is located at 640 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd in Daytona Beach, Florida on the campus of Bethune-Cookman University. Tours are free for all visitors."