Best Arts and Culture Places in North Captiva Island

"Tower Gallery is an artists’ cooperative consisting of 23 artists in two dimensional and three dimensional mediums such as oil, acrylic, watercolor, photography, ceramic, wood, glass and metal. The gallery was founded in 1982, and moved to its present location in 1994. It is housed in a spacious original Florida Cottage, with Craftsman elements, that was originally built on the Gulf in 1915 and moved to its present site."

"The last offering on our list, Tower Gallery, is the oldest running art gallery in Lee County. This artists’ cooperative has been providing a home for local pieces since 1982. Take a step inside the charming Florida cottage and experience an amazing piece of the Sunshine State’s art scene."

"Hirdie Girdie Gallery is a local artists' cooperative with a variety of styles and media including watercolor, oil, pastel and acrylic paintings, colored pencil and fiber, photography, Raku, pottery, basketry, sculptures, fused glass, turned wood, fiber and jewelry. All of the artwork displayed has been created by the members of their cooperative and our guest artists. You will always find a friendly and knowledgeable artist at the gallery."

"Hirdie-Girdie Gallery, located just minutes from our premier Sanibel Florida rentals, is another fantastic Sanibel art gallery. For over 20 years, Hirdie-Girdie has been supplying visitors and locals with visual stimulation and inspiration. Visit their website to learn more about the vast variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional offerings, as well as information on specific features artists."

"Make your way to this ‘Sanctuary of Art’ and take in the rotating exhibit comprised of talented local artists. The season’s schedule features mediums such as ceramic sculpture, wood carving, oil painting, drawing, photography, and glass. Watson MacRae Gallery is driven by the notion that art heals, and invites you to visit and experience the unique spirit of the gallery."

"Referred to as a Sanctuary of Art, the Watson MacRae Gallery on Sanibel features exhibits in 2- and 3-dimensional mediums by both national and regional artists. The gallery will begin its 12th season in November 2019 and has shown more than 50 exhibitions. Exhibits are shown during the winter season (November through April) and the summer (April through October)."

"Have a great cocktail or cool beer several days a week and at the same time enjoy great live performances. Friends of funk, soul and jazz will get their money’s worth at the Space 39. Also for private parties, for example, for birthday celebrations, this location is the ideal place."

"Combine a welcoming atmosphere with inviting staff and delicious food, and you’ve got a recipe for success!. The lunch and dinner menus here are truly meant for everyone, as they even offer special gluten-free menus for those with dietary restrictions. Try local favorites like tuna nachos, buffalo shrimp, grilled sweet bourbon salmon, and others."

"The first Fort Myers brewery we visited was Coastal Dayz Brewery, because I can’t resist anything coastal!. The taproom was laid-back with a cute patio and plenty of room inside and out. There is quite the surfer vibe here between the atmosphere and beer."

"Old Soul Brewing is a family owned craft beer brewery in Fort Myers, Florida. Come check out our relaxing atmosphere and handcrafted ales!"

"This pier-adjacent classic is one of the spots that claims to have invented Beach Bread. It's hard to say whether or not that's true, but it is a delicious, old-school dish — think French bread pizza — that keeps me coming back to this touristy spot time and time again. (1000 Estero Blvd.; 239-765-7800; piersidegrill.com)"

"The Pierside Grill and Famous Blowfish bar is the place to go for great dining on the water for the whole family. You can also chill out at the Blowfish Bar and listen to some live music while you..."