Florida Is Home To The “World’s First Graffiti Museum”

Art Basel in Miami will be extra special for the Museum of Graffiti this year. The one-0f-a-kind organization will be partaking in the exhibit with an extensive schedule of unique events, they will also be celebrating their fourth anniversary.

A simple Google search using the words "graffiti" and "museum" will generate results that align to a car museum in California, but more prominently, a unique establishment located at NW 26th Street in the Wynwood district Miami.

In short, it is what it sounds like. "The Museum of Graffiti exhibits, educates, and celebrates the thousands of graffiti artists who have transformed walls in our public spaces into vibrant masterpieces," they explain. This museum opened in 2019. Furthermore, through this specific artform they aim to inspire creativity for the graffiti movement.

The museum is open seven days per week starting at 11am. On the weekends it stays open until 7 pm (weekdays 6 pm). What you will find here is a combination of paying tribute to the history and roots of graffiti art, and an inside look as to where this style is going.

"The Museum experience includes an indoor exhibition space, eleven exterior murals, a fine art gallery, and a world-class gift shop stocked with limited edition merchandise and exclusive items from the world’s most talented graffiti artists," they state.

Inside, there are various exhibitions. Some of them vary and feature special guest artists. For example, MEAR ONE's exhibit entitled "Metaphysical Surrealism" is part of a new launch taking place on December 6. Other exhibits within the space include a tribute to how the world of comics inspires graffiti art, and a look at major graffiti spots around the world.

Next week however, in addition to the anniversary cheers, the Museum of Graffiti will have a big presence at Art Basel. They will feature new releases from acclaimed artists such as MEAR ONE and Atomik. Furthermore, the Museum of Graffiti will partake in talks with renowned artists and host signings throughout the weekend.

You can see the full schedule the Museum of Graffiti has lined up here, in addition to getting a peek inside the colorful walls of their exhibits.

Christmas is a special time of year, filled with fun, friends and family. The holidays are also a great time to travel. Also, if you're really in the festive spirit, why not travel to see one of the most iconic Christmas trees in America? Here are some of the most iconic Christmas trees that always draw a crowd, and for good reason. They're simply spectacular. Oh, and one Florida tree is on this list, because it's really that awesome.

Before we get into some of the smaller, yet still fantastic, Christmas trees across America, let's look at the big two. The White House Christmas Tree, Washington, D.C. is really the quintessential Christmas tree for America. The White House Christmas Tree is simply iconic. It's a representation of the holidays in the U.S. Each year, the White House staff displays the tree in the Blue Room. Lots of decorating goes into it, too. What's more, as for this year's tree, a press release explains, "Christmas tree growers Amber Scott and Alex Church, Cline Church Nursery, Fleetwood, NC waited for the arrival of special guests from our nation's capital who were sent to select the 2023 White House Christmas tree."

Also, the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in New York City is iconic. Next to the White House Christmas Tree, the Rockefeller Center in New York City is the next most iconic Christmas tree in America. Each year, the selected tree towers over New York City, placed right in the Rockefeller Center. Furthermore, it's definitely one of the most iconic Christmas trees in America.

So, what are some of the other most iconic Christmas trees in America? Read on for the list. What's your favorite holiday display and Christmas tree? Reach out to us on social media with your picks for all things Christmas. Happy holidays.

Boston is a major city, and it needs some major holiday spirit in December. Also, the Christmas tree at the Faneuil Hall Marketplace is simply dazzling. While you're there, shop, eat and enjoy other activities. Find more information via this link.

https://faneuilhallmarketplace.com/

If you're looking for a beautiful, old-fashioned Christmas tree, look no further than Perkasie Borough, Pennsylvania. What's more, the spot says they host America's oldest community tree lighting ceremony, and it draws a huge crowd every year. For more information, go here.

https://perkasieborough.org

The Atlanta airport is one of the busiest airports in the world. After all, it's a Delta hub. Each holiday season, travelers come through this airport, so they also deck it out with a great, festive Christmas tree.

The Christmas season in Detroit always starts with the Detroit Tree Lighting at Campus Martius Park, presented by Downtown Detroit Partnership and DTE Energy Foundation. The ceremony always takes place the Friday before thanksgiving. Find more information here.

The 100 foot Christmas Tree on Delray Beach is always exciting. Moreover, Santa helps light the tree every season. What's more, it's been going on for 30 years. Find more information here.