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Fire Captain, Artist & Musician Devon Brady at Fairgrounds St.Pete w/ Jordan Kalajian 2-8-24
February 7, 2024
“Radio St. Pete Insider Correspondent Jordan Kalajian has the scoop on a fascinating new exhibition at Fairgrounds St. Pete. She caught up with Devon Brady, a local hero who is a Hillsborough County fire captain, artist and musician. Seamlessly balancing his duties as a firefighter with a keen interest in art and sculpture, Devon finds fulfillment from both his station and his art studio..”
Fairgrounds St. Pete Expands with Exhibit, Gives “The Bait Ball” Permanent Home
February 13, 2024
“Fairgrounds St. Pete is peeling back the curtain on its newest permanent exhibit. Created by Tampa native Devon Brady and dubbed “The Bait Ball,” an immersive environment drawing inspiration from schools of fish and human mosh pits opened to the public in January. The new exhibit gives viewers a whimsical underwater experience and wholly aligns with the museum’s eclectic celebration of all things Florida.”
Fire Captain, Artist & Musician Devon Brady at Fairgrounds St.Pete w/ Jordan Kalajian 2-8-24
February 7, 2024
“Radio St. Pete Insider Correspondent Jordan Kalajian has the scoop on a fascinating new exhibition at Fairgrounds St. Pete. She caught up with Devon Brady, a local hero who is a Hillsborough County fire captain, artist and musician. Seamlessly balancing his duties as a firefighter with a keen interest in art and sculpture, Devon finds fulfillment from both his station and his art studio..”
Over 25 Valentines Day dinners and events happening around Tampa Bay
February 5, 2024
“Fairgrounds St. Pete While the immersive art installation is not open Tuesday-Wednesday, it offers a Feb. 10 cookie decorating date option ($27, including museum admission) and date night special including two adult admissions, an immersive game to play together, hologram glasses and one box of locally-made gourmet cookies..”
Your Ultimate Guide for a Beachy Bachelorette Party in St. Pete, FL
January 12, 2024
“It’s time for some arts and crafts. First, the art—head to Fairgrounds St. Pete to explore an immersive art exhibit chock-full of Insta-worthy photo ops. Inspired by the wild and wacky side of Florida tourism, this choose-your-own experience guides you through an imagined mermaid motel with rooms designed by over 60 local and international artists, themed with everything from space cats to shrimp.”
Liz Dimmitt, of the auto business and Fairgrounds St. Pete, shares her love for ‘wacky’ Florida
January 30, 2024
“The Tampa Bay Business Journal recently spoke with Elizabeth “Liz” Dimmitt, managing partner of Dimmitt Chevrolet and CEO/co-founder of Fairgrounds St. Pete, for the Florida Business Minds podcast..”
Exclusive: TBBW announces 2024 Women Who Win Award finalists
January 29, 2024
“Tampa Bay Business and Wealth has announced the finalists for its 2024 Women Who Win Awards..”
Tampa artist Devon Brady unveils ‘The Bait Ball’ at Fairgrounds St. Pete
January 29, 2024
“The wildly inventive Fairgrounds St. Pete, an immersive art museum for all ages, celebrates weird, wonderful Florida. Mermaids, manatees, and now mullet. Expanding in size, scope, and spectacle, the offbeat attraction just unveiled “The Bait Ball,” a trippy 3D zoetrope that mimics the natural phenomenon of fish — in this case, lowly mullet — defending themselves against predators.”
More than 40 Tampa Bay arts and entertainment events to put on your spring calendar
January 26, 2024
“Fairgrounds celebrates ‘Mystical Mermaid Month’ with a new mermaid-themed event every weekend in March.”
Ultimate Valentine’s Day in Tampa Bay Guide 2024
February 4, 2024
“Welcome to our official guide to the best Valentine’s Day restaurants and events in Tampa Bay! Between the major cities that make up the Tampa Bay area, there’s something for every couple to enjoy in Tampa, Clearwater, St. Pete, and beyond, from exciting Valentine’s Day events to dinner deals.”
2024 BusinessWoman of the Year honorees revealed
January 24, 2024
“Thirty women will be honored in this year’s awards, recognizing some of the most dynamic and influential businesswomen in Tampa Bay.”
The Bait Ball’ Exhibit Set To Be Unveiled at Fairgrounds St. Pete on Jan. 25
January 24, 2024
“The installation will occupy a never-before-seen space of the museum and place viewers inside a larger-than-life fishtrap passageway among a fantastical undersea experience celebrating the power and beauty of one of the lynchpins of Florida’s aquatic ecosystem, the lowly mullet. Taking the form of an 8-foot tall zoetrope, an early form of animation technology, it features a repeating fish sequence that allows guests to get a fish-eye view of a bait ball—a phenomenon in which small fish swarm together forming a spherical shape—and transported to a new, underwater reality. Brady’s multimedia masterpiece blends 3D printing, light and motion, soundscapes, and more to give the illusion of fish swimming alongside guests.”
Crab Devil ‘Bait Ball’ finds permanent home at Fairgrounds St. Pete art attraction
January 24, 2024
“Devoted art lovers might remember the eight-foot “zoetrope” from the 2022 Gasparilla Festival of the Arts where lucky festivalgoers got to experience the way 3D printing, light, motion, and sound create a hypnotizing display that looked like fish swimming in a ball.”
Immersive “Bait Ball” exhibit rolls into St. Pete Fairgrounds January 25, 2024
“What do fish and rock concertgoers have in common? They travel in the same circles.
What’s happening: That’s the concept behind artist Devon Brady’s “Bait Ball,” an interactive exhibit now housed at the Fairgrounds St. Pete.
Brady told Axios he was inspired by the circular motion made by schools of fish, flocks of birds and people in mosh pits.”
Fairgrounds St. Pete showcases new exhibit, The Bait Ball
January 22, 2024
Mariah Harrison gives viewers and exclusive first look at “The Bait Ball” at Fairgrounds St. Pete days before its set to launch to the public.
New art installation at Fairgrounds St. Pete
January 8, 2024
“Something fishy, funky, and fun is happening at Fairgrounds St. Pete. Great Day Live got a preview from the St. Pete art house.”
Mikhail Mansion—From Military Into Interactive Art
January 9, 2024
“Mikhail Mansion is an artist and engineer who blends digital and mechanical elements to create interactive experiences that foster connections between individuals, nature, and the environment. His artistic endeavors frequently involve using specialized software and electronic components to extract real-time data from the surroundings.”
10 Best Museums for First Dates in St. Petersburg, FL
January 8, 2024
“If your special someone is the adventurous type, plan a date to visit the Fairgrounds St. Pete. This immersive museum features interactive art and technology exhibits. It’s a great spot to let loose, have fun, and snap a few fun pictures to commemorate your first date! “
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Top Tampa Bay area events for the week of Dec. 25-31
December 25, 2023
“Enjoy dazzling lights and a multisensory experience that features 14 scents that are a nod to the holidays”
Scents of the Season: Why Fairgrounds St. Pete Doesn’t Stink
December 19, 2023
“We all know it’s these scents that trigger our most beloved memories of the season and Fairgrounds St. Pete, nestled in St. Petersburg, Florida has taken the festive season to new olfactory heights. The Scents of the Season exhibit ingeniously blends traditional holiday scents with a touch of Floridian flair because, well, it wouldn’t be Florida without a bit of eccentricity. Amirite?”
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18 Best Things to Do in St. Petersburg, Florida
December 15, 2023
“Those who aren’t interested in traditional museums may be swayed by this next attraction. The Fairgrounds St. Pete is an immersive art experience and museum that focuses on sensory experiences and participatory art, meaning you become part of the art! This immersive art and technology museum features an array of exhibits, including large-scale art installations, virtual reality experiences, and interactive displays created by local and international artists. There are plenty of Instagram-worthy photo opportunities, as well as an optional scavenger hunt and hands-on activities. This is a fantastic museum for both the young and the young at heart!”
Fairgrounds St. Pete features new event with smells of the holidays
December 8, 2023
“New this year, the sights and smells of the holidays are taking over at the Fairgrounds St. Pete. Take a walk around the immersive art display, and you’ll get the vibe that it’s Christmas — Florida style.”
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Where to Find the Best Holiday Lights in Tampa Bay
December 2, 2023
“Experience a sparkling spectacle of art and lights during the inaugural Holiday Lights Immersive Experience! Visit Fairgrounds St. Pete to see the Mermaid Star Motel, Strawberry Room, and other whimsical art installations transformed for the holiday season. Included with daily admission.”
Fairgrounds St. Pete launches ‘Scent of the Seasons’ holiday experience
December 2, 2023
“With so much to see, and even more to smell, this holiday season, one local museum is allowing guests to follow their noses into a world of festive wonder.”
Where To Play, Eat, and Stay in St. Petersburg, Florida
November 20, 2023
“In the heart of the Warehouse Arts District, Fairgrounds St. Pete is a 15,000-square-foot immersive art destination featuring commissioned works and installations from some of Florida’s best-known artists. The exhibits feature technology displays, play spaces, and interactive games that follow a joyful art narrative celebrating “weird, wacky, and wonderful Florida.” The Instagram-worthy displays feature fun, cutting-edge lighting and soundscapes designed to engage visitors of all ages.”
5 Romantic Reasons to Visit St. Petersburg, Florida
November 19, 2023
“St. Petersburg, Florida, offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and romantic moments that make it an ideal destination for couples seeking a reprieve from the norm. From its pristine beaches, stunning sorbet colored sunsets to its vibrant art scene and outdoor activities, St. Petersburg provides the perfect setting for a romantic getaway.”
“For a bit of whimsy, head to the Warehouse Arts District and Fairgrounds St. Pete to explore immersive art and technology in the theme of a kitschy Florida Motel with work by 60 different acclaimed artists from Florida and around the globe.”
MAKE SURE YOU DO IT THE RIGHT WAY | With Expert Liz Dimmitt | The Business Spotlight
November 10, 2023
“Liz Dimmitt is the CEO of Fairgrounds St. Pete, an immersive art and technology museum in St. Pete, FL. Fairgrounds St. Pete is a creative destination showcasing work by over 70 artists where everyone is invited to explore an immersive world of playful art and technology based on original Florida stories..”
A Florida veteran became a mermaid. Now she teaches Wounded Warriors.
November 9, 2023
“A fantasy world of seashells and fins helped one Florida veteran find healing. Now she’s on a mission to “empower veterans, one splash at a time.”
Move Over Austin, St. Petersburg Is the New Capital of Weird
November 7, 2023
“If one place embodies all that is cool and creative about St. Petersburg, it’s Fairgrounds St. Pete. Not to be confused with the large tracts of land where 4H clubs mingle with creepy carnies, Fairgrounds St. Pete is an immersive art and technology walk through a museum. Imagine the famed Meow Wolf set up shop in a mid-century roadside Florida motel, and you’re getting the idea.”
New Halloween-themed experience coming to Fairgrounds St. Pete
October 4, 2023
“Fairgrounds St. Pete, an immersive art and technology museum in the Warehouse Arts District, is unveiling its Halloween-themed activation this week”
Fairgrounds St. Pete: behind the immersive art experience
October 11, 2023
“The unique attraction in Florida fuses art and technology and features the work of local and regional artists.”
Motors, Murals and Museums: The Interesting Life of Liz Dimmitt
October 12, 2023
“Today we are speaking with Liz Dimmitt, CEO of Fairgrounds St. Pete and Managing Partner of Dimmitt Chevrolet. Liz works at the intersection of innovation and tradition. She is the 4th generation of Dimmitt’s to be a dealer with Chevrolet in its 99 year history. She is also taking on the challenge of a start-up business and industry of immersive art with Fairground St. Pete. Together, we talk about leading these two polar opposite businesses, hiring the right people, and the leadership characteristics she emulates.”
Interactive Art: A journey through Fairgrounds St. Pete
September 26, 2023
“Do you love art and unique experiences? Today, we’re diving into a world where imagination meets technology at Fairgrounds St. Pete. I had heard the buzz about this immersive experience and finally decided to check it out for myself. Buckle up because this was no ordinary day out!”
6 ways to enjoy a day in sunny St. Pete
September 25, 2023
“TBAY’s own St. Pete was recently ranked among the 15 happiest places to live in the country. But why did Outside Magazine include the Burg? Here are some ways to enjoy St. Pete:”
Tampa Bay’s top Halloween and fall events, from festivals to ghost tours
September 23, 2023
“Embark on a fun and eerie adventure with games and goodies. More creative than creepy, this limited-time Eerie Eyeball scavenger hunt is fun for everyone.”
Fairgrounds St. Pete: An Artist’s Surreal Salute to the State of Florida
September 13, 2023
“When it comes to art created in the age of Instagram, the recipe for success is that it must be immersive and interactive in order to be indelible. Fairgrounds St. Pete takes that formula one step further by throwing in a heaping helping of technology to create a wander-worthy wonderland that is a hat tip to the state of Florida.”
The best Halloween events in St. Pete
September 5, 2023
“Keep your eyes peeled for a limited-time activation including wearable glowing goodies and an eerie eyeball-themed scavenger hunt in this immersive art playground”
Explore Fairgrounds St. Pete
August 15, 2023
“Need a cool place to cool down? Explore Fairgrounds St. Pete and bring the kiddos!”
Fairgrounds St. Pete hosts Pride immersive experience
June 22, 2023
“After a successful inaugural year, the pride immersive experience is back at Fairgrounds St. Pete. The art gallery has transformed to celebrate pride month!”
Pride Weekend in St. Pete
June 23, 2023
“Immerse yourself in the second annual Fairgrounds St. Pete PRIDE Immersive Experience radiating rainbows for Pride month.”
‘Shrimpfinity’ features giant shrimp cocktail
April 27, 2023
“It’s a pink celebration of the crustacean, with a circular pattern hand-painted on the walls and floors of a new space in Fairgrounds St. Pete. Shrimp sculptures are strategically placed on the walls, where projections of animated shrimp dance with the reflection of light from a shrimp-shaped disco ball.”
Shrimp-themed art installation opens at Florida’s Fairgrounds St. Pete
May 2, 2023
“In a new area in Fairgrounds St. Pete, guests find themselves in a surreal and ‘shrimpified’ world. The pop-up shrimp-themed attraction is part of the venue’s first large expansion since it opened in 2021.”
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May 25, 2022
“This Florida town already had a reputation as an artist enclave when Fairgrounds St. Pete first opened, but this permanent, immersive art museum takes it to a whole new level. This experience transports you from simply looking at art to being surrounded by art.”
10 Roadside Attractions in Florida You Can’t Miss
May 5, 2022
“Technicolor, trippy and utterly immersive, Fairgrounds St. Pete is more than a roadside attraction. It’s an ode to roadside attractions. Their signature installation, FLORIDARAMA, reveals tiny worlds where palm trees grow upside down, swamps ooze sugar and a mermaid will check you into your motel.”
Millennials Can’t Get Enough of This Stretch of Florida Coast
January 28, 2022
“Sixty local and international artists with Florida ties were commissioned to bring Fairgrounds St. Pete, opened in 2021 in St. Pete’s Warehouse Arts District, to life. The 15,000-square-foot immersive indoor exhibit that melds art with technology is a walk-through installation with surprises in every room.”
South Florida artist Francesco Lo Castro opens ‘Myriad Loops’ at Fairgrounds St. Pete
January 28, 2022
“Acclaimed South Florida artist Francesco Lo Castro has unveiled a new immersive art and technology experience at St. Pete’s brand new Fairgrounds art compound where he’s moved in just inside the main entrance to install 360-degree projection-mapped animations all soundtracked by Lo Castro.”
5 Captivating New Museums in Florida
January 27, 2022
“Dimmitt (who had been working in immersive and large-scale art projects for a number of years) and the Fairgrounds St. Pete team partnered with 64 artists, focusing on those based in Florida. She calls Fairgrounds “a love letter to Florida” that revels in all that’s “weird, wacky and wonderful” in the state.”
THE REAL FLORIDA Five reasons why you should ditch the theme parks and head to St. Pete and Clearwater for an authentic taste of Florida
January 19, 2022
“If it’s an escape from reality you’re after, then the brand-new Fairgrounds St. Pete in St. Petersburg’s Warehouse Arts District is a must see.”
51 Fun & Unusual Things to Do in St. Petersburg, Florida – Explore the colorful world of Fairgrounds St. Pete
January 18, 2022
“This colorful and abstract world will draw you into its narrative, divulging small chunks of information piece by piece until you are hooked. You may find yourself returning to Fairgrounds St. Pete again and again.”
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January 12, 2022
“Fairgrounds St. Pete opened in fall of 2021, showcasing the imagination of local and national artists through interactive art installations…If you haven’t yet visited, make plans to explore this one-of-a-kind attraction in 2022.”
Experience weird, wacky, wonderful Florida at Fairgrounds St. Pete
Sept. 17, 2021
“The idea is to just take audiences and put them into a new world. It’s been reimagined by artists. The world here is inspired by Florida and all the different sort of stories: weird, wacky, wonderful dimensions that we have here in the state,” explained Mikhail Mansion with Fairgrounds St. Pete.
Art in Your Ear: Liz Dimmitt & Iona Parris The Seashell Queen hosted by JoEllen Schilke
Sept. 17, 2021
“We invite people to come and Escape Reality” said Liz Dimmitt. “This is so St. Pete” said JoEllen Schilke about Fairgrounds St. Pete.
Fairgrounds St. Pete Offers An Immersive Art And Technology Experience
Sept. 08, 2021
“With a name that references traditional fairgrounds as a place for exhibiting new ideas and recognizing talent, Fairgrounds St. Pete is committed to creating a sustainable arts community and inspiring visitors through discovery and play.”
Fairgrounds St. Pete Feature
Sept. 9, 2021
“So, while a one time visit is definitely a MUST-ADD to your Tampa Bay Bucket List, a visit to Fairgrounds St Pete is likely something you’ll want to do again and again.”
Fairgrounds St. Pete offers interactive art adventures
Sept. 03, 2021
“Artists with ties to Florida contributed to the space, adding unique murals and displays to the many rooms within what’s called the Mermaid Star Motel. When you walk inside, the founders hope you feel like you’ve been transported to another world.”
A WHIMSICAL WONDERLAND: FAIRGROUNDS ST. PETE IS A MUST-SEE FOR FAMILIES
Sept. 1, 2021
“Leave reality at the door, friends… and let this immersive artistic experience be your escape from the real-life wacky world we live in today. And here’s the cool part, WHAT and HOW you experience this exhibit during your visit is totally up to you.”
Everything we saw at Fairgrounds St. Pete, a new Florida fantasyland immersive art experience
Sept. 01, 2021
“All these beautiful pieces of Florida’s past, present, reality and mythology are there in graphic detail and made by artisans who call Tampa Bay home. You should really see it for yourself.”
Opening Thursday, Fairgrounds blends fantasy and reality
Sept. 1, 2021
“Another function of art – among many is to blur the lines between the real and the dreamed-about. “It’s really a love letter to Florida,” Dimmitt explained, “and of course a big part of our state is tourism. And what all these visitors coming to see it experience. “There’s that dichotomy of native Floridians who get to live in this vacation land all the time. So we’re celebrating that.”
An immersive museum featuring local artists opens in St. Pete
Sept. 02, 2021
It’s an immersive experience that captivates all senses. It’s set up like a motel with several different rooms, but it’s different from where you’ve stayed. “Various rooms and exhibitions, artwork by different artists, everything is celebrating weird, wacky and wonderful Florida,” says Dimmitt.
Fairgrounds St. Pete, an immersive art museum featuring local artists, opens Thursday
Sept. 1, 2021
The Warehouse and Arts District in St. Pete now has a new exhibit! An immersive art museum geared toward engaging the five senses, and it all opens Thursday, September 2nd.
Here’s what to expect at new art attraction Fairgrounds St. Pete
August 18, 2021
“The idea of Fairgrounds is really celebrating the community that we already have in Tampa Bay,
and the cultural richness that is part of the fabric of being in St. Petersburg,” Liz Dimmitt said.
Let’s All Go To Fairgrounds St. Pete
June 09, 2021
“It’s more like a Florida dream, where mermaids are real, and anything can happen. It’s a bold and beautiful celebration of the Florida magic and paradise mythology that have drawn people to Florida for years, and it’s poised to become one of this summer’s hottest art attractions.”
Inside Fairgrounds
Sept. 2, 2021
“We are thrilled to have tickets go on sale for Fairgrounds St. Pete’s debut installation!” said Olivia Mansion, Fairgrounds St. Pete Director of Communications and Artist Relations. “Putting together an immersive experience of this scale has truly been a labor of love, and we are excited to share it with Tampa bay.”
A sneak peek of Fairgrounds St. Pete, an art experience opening late spring
April 19, 2021
“The project, co-founded by Liz Dimmitt and Mikhail Mansion, hired artists last year to create installations in the space that is part of the Factory St. Pete, a hub for artists, arts-related nonprofits and creative businesses.”
Culture Continues Fueling Ascension Of St. Petersburg, Florida
June 9, 2021
“Our Fairgrounds St. Pete team and over 60 commissioned artists have exceeded my vision and expectations in every way,” Fairgrounds co-founder and CEO Liz Dimmitt told Forbes.com. “I’m proud to report that all the installations and artist works are even more exciting in real life than I imagined and, of course, experiencing all the art and installations together just compounds the ‘wow’ factor.”
Jeff and Penny Vinik invest in and partner with Fairgrounds in St. Petersburg
May 22, 2020
“As progress continues for Fairgrounds, the immersive art and technology experience coming to St. Petersburg’s Warehouse Arts District, local philanthropists Jeff and Penny Vinik have invested in the project.”
Fairgrounds, St. Petersburg’s immersive arts experience, announces massive list of participating artists
January 15, 2021
“This month, Fairgrounds finally shared the more than 60 participating artists who’ll flex their weird and wacky ideas within the grounds.”
St. Petersburg’s Fairgrounds announces artist roster
January 12, 2021
“Fairgrounds, an immersive art and technology experience, is in the home stretch: It’s set to open in St. Petersburg’s Warehouse Arts District this spring. Recently, the roster of more than 65 artists whose work will fill the inaugural exhibition in the 15,000-square-foot space was announced in a news release.”
Fairgrounds announces first round of participating artists
January 12, 2021
“More than 65 artists, including many from the Tampa Bay area, have been contracted to provide creative work for Fairgrounds, the immersive art and technology “experience” scheduled to open in the spring.”
St. Pete’s Newest Creative Venture: The Factory & Fairgrounds
January 19, 2021
“The location is ideal. It sits directly next to the Pinellas Trail and within radius of the Morean Center for Clay at the Historic Train Station as well as the Duncan McClellan Gallery.”
Fairgrounds, St. Petersburg’s immersive arts experience, announces massive list of participating artists
January 15, 2021
“Last April, Fairgrounds founders Liz Dimmitt and Mikhail Mansion issued a call for artists to submit ideas for featured installations. This month, Fairgrounds finally shared the more than 60 participating artists who’ll flex their weird and wacky ideas within the grounds.”
Get a sneak peek at St. Pete’s new immersive ‘Fairgrounds’ project this weekend
December 10, 2020
“Guests will get the chance to preview the Fairgrounds’ signature installation—”Floridrama,” where artists “create custom dioramas depicting tiny worlds offering a universe of possibilities”
The Factory St. Pete pivots into a new reality
December 9, 2020
“First and foremost, the large-scale immersive arts facility Fairgrounds is still the anchor tenant (“like your Saks Fifth Avenue in the mall,” jokes Behar) and is still on track to open in the spring.”
Sneak Peek! Fairgrounds 2021
August 3, 2020
“This 12,000 square-foot St. Pete-based exhibition plans to feature a transformative range of performances from local and international artists, writers, musicians, and storytellers—all celebrating Florida’s weird, wacky and wonderful culture.”
Influencer Liz Dimmitt
July 30, 2020
“We chose to base Fairgrounds in St. Pete because of its dynamic and thriving creative community. We have wonderful city leadership that values and supports the arts.”
Jeff and Penny Vinik join Fairgrounds founder Liz Dimmitt as investors and partners
May 23, 2020
“Fairgrounds will focus on works of all sorts by Florida artists. It is, Dimmit says, an interactive, ‘totally artist-made environment’ with different ‘adventures’ to be taken. She has described it as ‘part playground, part art world, part theme park.’”
St. Petersburg immersive arts project is looking for artists
April 20, 2020
“’It’s exciting to launch our first call to artists, especially during this extraordinary time,’ said Liz Dimmitt, CEO and founder of Fairgrounds. ‘We’ve moved up our call date in an effort to support artists and our local creative community during the coronavirus pandemic.'”
Fairgrounds gets rolling with a Call to Artists
April 20, 2020
“’We want our first exhibition to be special, fun, engaging and exciting,’ founder Liz Dimmitt said Monday morning. ‘However, we also plan to evolve the exhibition over time so it will get better and better.’”
Call for Florida artists, makers, creatives from Fairgrounds in South St. Pete
April 20, 2020
“‘We’re excited to be launching our inaugural call to artists, especially in the midst of the current Coronavirus pandemic when artists and our local creative community can benefit from new opportunities. We hope artists and makers of all disciplines and experience apply’ says Liz Dimmitt, Founder of Fairgrounds.”
Fairgrounds, an exploratory arts playground, puts out RFQ for Florida artists
April 20, 2020
“Expect to see the kitschy, strange, vibrant mythos of Florida burst to life. Through narrative workshops the Fairgrounds team has been able to craft a rich story map of the Sunshine State. Prepare to travel through space and time from the space coast to the swamps.”
St. Pete’s Meow Wolf-inspired ‘Fairgrounds’ issues call to artists for 2021
April 19, 2020
“We follow guidelines that make our immersive experiences fair for all, while seeking out a range of creative ideas and projects.”
Fairgrounds: Immersive arts destination could transform South St. Pete
February 11, 2020
“The inspiration of Liz Dimmitt and Mikhail Mansion, Fairgrounds has as an intriguing tagline: ‘art for all, play for all and joy for all.’
‘We’re celebrating the creative community here — it’s a place where everyone can have a good time,’ says Dimmitt.”
Immersive art meets craft beer at future St. Pete and Tampa compounds
November 19, 2019
“Liz Dimmitt has been conceiving Fairgrounds for a few years. As an arts consultant, she has made a career of bringing immersive experiences to the public.”
Experiential art exhibition space ‘The Fairgrounds’ is coming to St. Pete in 2020
November 19, 2019
“a vision that belongs to Liz Dimmitt, called The Fairgrounds, who’s worked with artists in New York City and Hong Kong — plus Tampa’s Penny and Jeff Vinik”
Liz Dimmitt has designs on an innovative new St. Pete art experience
August 28, 2019
“Dimmitt’s creative eye is firmly fixed on the Tampa Bay art market – in particular, on 12,000 square feet of St. Petersburg she intends to turn into a “totally immersive and interactive” art experience called Fairgrounds (no “the,” just Fairgrounds).”
Seven-figure capital raise sought for south St. Pete artist studio project
July 25, 2019
“’Immersive means it’s all around you. You can touch, you can play, and it’s the whole environment,’ Dimmitt said. ‘We’re going to integrate a narrative in the installation that celebrates wonderful, wacky and wild Florida.’”