Bring Home a Piece of Sarasota From These Terrific Museum Gift Shops
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Wear Your Art on Your Sleeve
Or around your neck, in the case of these colorful necklaces by Ebijou. Ebijou owner Elma Felix, who grew up in St. Lucia, handcrafts each necklace using traditional West Indian textiles; the results are unique statement pieces that add a pop of color to any outfit. Find a special capsule collection, starting at $95 for necklaces, at Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota,
sarasotaartmuseum.org, (941) 309-7662
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Drink Up
These glasses combine two Sarasota classics: Tervis Tumbler and Historic Spanish Point. Made from Tervis’ signature double-wall insulated, BPA-free technology, these easy-to-carry, durable tumblers feature a pretty photo of Historic Spanish Point and a matching purple lid. $12.95, Gift Shop at The Point, 377 N. Tamiami Trail, Osprey, historicspanishpoint.org, (941) 966-5214
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Floral Fantastics
The next best thing to bringing home one of Selby Gardens’ lovely orchids? Tying this pretty scarf around your neck. Inspired by the gardens’ collection of rare botanical prints, they’re wearable art, and a lovely way to keep a piece of the gardens (and Sarasota) close to your heart. $31.99, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 900 S. Palm Ave., Sarasota, selby.org, (941) 366-5731 ext. 242
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Ring No More
Sarasota’s circus history is part of the fabric of our city, and it’s still celebrated today. These pretty coasters—a Ringling Museum exclusive—feature female equestrians in beautifully detailed circus costumes and are a tasteful place to rest your coffee or your cocktail. $20, The Ringling Museum Store, 5401 Bay Shore Road, ringling.org, (941) 366-5700 ext. 1110
