The Venice Museum & Archives (VMA) is hosting its Annual Holiday Open House from 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 8 with refreshments at the historic Triangle Inn, just across the street from the Venice Area Beautification Inc.- sponsored Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration at the Monty Andrews Arboretum in West Blalock Park. 

You can visit the permanent exhibit “Venice’s Inhabitants,” featuring the story of Venice area from the early Native Americans to many who contributed to the modern development of the City of Venice now over 90 years old. Also on display is the seasonal exhibit, “Snook Haven: The History of Movies, Mischief, and Music on the Myakka,” the story of this legendary fish camp turned restaurant.

The VMA Open House is a great family, friends and neighbors event! Refreshments are free and museum entrance is always at no charge. Come join us to begin your holiday celebrations!

For more information, contact the Venice Museum & Archives at 941-486-2487 or visit the VMA on the Cultural Campus in Venice, near the Venice Community Center and the new Venice Library.