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Tucked away between the lapping shores of Sarasota Bay and the charming, yet growing, downtown sector lies a cultural hub long shaped by the city’s Black pioneers and residents — the historic community of Newtown. Recently added to the National Register of Historic Places in May 2024, Newtown is home...
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Sarasota County is home to many sites with serious archeological significance People have been coming to Florida for a long time. And we’re not just talking about all the tourists who have been traveling to the Sunshine State since the early 20th century, or even the Spanish who first came...
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Sarasota is known for its thriving arts scene, which continues to draw artists, aesthetes and works of art in great numbers. Add a few to your blank canvas, and complete the picture by including local cuisine and an inspiring night's stay. Whether you’re a new collector or a connoisseur, here...
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Check out the ghost stories and some popular folk lore of prominent Sarasota places, such as Historic Spanish Point, and the Ringling Estate. Attention ghost hunters: 'tis the season when spooky things are afoot in this sunny, seaside circus town. Some people say that Halloween is the time of year...
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Take a walking tour of Gillespie Park and the Rosemary District that highlights architecture and history of the area. This walking tour spans approximately 3 miles from start to finish through the historic neighborhood of Gillespie Park and the Rosemary District, located to the immediate north of downtown Sarasota. This...
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Learn about Newtown and explore the Newtown African American Heritage Trail. The African American community in Sarasota known as Newtown is a local gem containing the rich history of people, places and events that contributed greatly to the development of our beautiful city by the sea. In the early 1800s...
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Sarasota's year-round sunshine and snow-free roads, balmy coastal breezes, and flat terrain are a bicyclist's dream come true. Whether you're a competitive cyclist or looking to take a leisurely ride with the sun on your face and the breeze at your back — Sarasota has you covered (in both the...
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Learn about Newtown and explore the Newtown African American Heritage Trail. The African American community in Sarasota known as Newtown is a local gem containing the rich history of people, places and events that contributed greatly to the development of our beautiful city by the sea. In the early 1800s...
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Sarasota’s speakeasies are more than just hidden haunts—they’re hideaways that invite you to step off the beaten path and into a world of craft cocktails, unique atmospheres and unique experiences. Sarasota, with its sun-drenched beaches and laid-back vibe, may seem like the perfect place for an afternoon cocktail in a...
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Cruise through 18.5 miles of natural beauty, history and community connection on one of Florida’s most beloved rail-to-trail routes. Connecting Sarasota to Venice, the multi-use recreational Legacy Trail offers one of the best ways to experience the area's natural landscapes, small towns, wildlife and outdoor lifestyle—whether you’re cruising on an...