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Arts & Culture in Lakeland, FL.

Lakeland offers some wonderful opportunities for culture. Lakeland’s appreciation of cultural events ranging from year-round art exhibitions, concerts, plays, and other activities.

Click on a pointer on the map below to explore the various points of interest in our community, or click on the name of an attraction in the list at the bottom for more information.

Downtown Lakeland Art

Historic Downtown Lakeland typifies the city’s leisure sensibility and love of the arts. Many have said that few cities of comparable size match Lakeland’s appreciation of cultural events ranging from.. More

Florida Aquarium

The Florida Aquarium is known as one of the best aquariums in the country and there are plenty of reasons why. The aquarium offers a look into the lives of some of the most amazing creatures on our .. More

Historic Polk Theatre

The Historic Polk Theatre presents live performances and films year round. The theatre is also available to rent for business meetings, theatrical productions, weddings, private film screenings, recep.. More

Kaleidoscope Butterflies

A public art project entitled Kaleidoscope, Butterflies in Flight is responsible for the numerous distinct butterfly sculptures throughout Lakeland. Originally intended as a fundraiser modeled after t.. More

Lake Mirror Art

Historic Downtown Lakeland typifies the city’s leisure sensibility and love of arts & culture. Many have said that few cities of comparable size match Lakeland’s appreciation of cultural events rangin.. More

Polk Museum of Art

With eight galleries and a sculpture garden, visitors are sure to find something they like on exhibit at Polk Museum of Art. Our rotating exhibition schedule offers a diverse array of visual options, .. More

Swansation Art

A public art project in originating in downtown Lakeland responsible for bringing the community together to celebrate one of Lakeland's most well known celebrities, the swan. This unique charitable pr.. More