Arts, Culture & History

Art galleries, festivals and exhibits, a professional symphony orchestra and theatrical productions offer artistic and cultural experiences year 'round. History buffs will want to soak up Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands’ rich past at its varied museums, ranging from the Charlotte County Historical Center to a refurbished home that now houses an African-American museum.

Links:

http://www.theculturalcenter.com/

http://www.charlotteharbortravel.com/do/arts_culture_history.php

Punta Gorda Historic Walking Tour
Get a detailed booklet from the Florida Adventure Museum for a self guided walking tour of the homes and commercial buildings that were built during the earliest days of Punta Gorda and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Florida Adventure Museum
260 W Retta Esplanade
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
941-639-3777

Charlotte County Historical Center

22959 Bayshore Rd
Charlotte Harbor, FL 33980
941.629.7278

Military Heritage Museum

Fishermen's Village
1200 West Retta Esplanade, Unit 48
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
941-575-9002

Muscle Car City

3811 Tamiami Trail
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
941.575.5959

Florida Military Heritage Museum
100 Madrid Blvd Unit 212
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
941-575-9002