Immerse Yourself in the World of Van Gogh and Monet at The Straz Center

Beginning this month, The Straz Center is bringing an all-new experience to life with “Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience.” The multisensory event will take place from Aug. 1 through Sept. 14 and will allow you to step directly inside the works of both world-renowned artists.

Featuring innovative projections, original soundscapes and vibrant storytelling, this event is sure to captivate audiences of all ages. Walk through Claude Monet’s vibrant gardens and experience Vincent Van Gogh’s swirling starry skies through images projecting from floor to ceiling.

See some of the artists’ most famous Impressionism and Post-Impressionism works such as Monet’s “Water Lilies” and “Woman with a Parasol” and Van Gogh’s “The Starry Night,” “Almond Blossoms,” and “Sunflowers,” all of which will come to life with bright, colorful images accompanied by a symphonic score.

Why We Love It

This is a GREAT way to introduce kids to art! The vibrant, moving images set to music are sure to engage kids in a fun and unique way. Showtimes are 45 minutes which is the perfect amount of time to keep little ones’ attention while also beating the summer heat indoors in the AC!

To learn more about this awesome event and what to expect, check out our Q&A with the event’s curator, Fanny Curtat!

Details:

Aug. 1 – Sept. 14, 2025

• Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 6:30 p.m.
• Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Fridays from noon to 7:30 p.m.
• Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Showtimes are every 45 minutes.

The Straz Center is located at 1010 N. MacInnes Place in Tampa

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Originally published in the August 2025 issue of Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine.