The Vinoy Hotel opened its doors in 1926 after an incredibly compressed nine months of construction.  Since then, it has served as St. Petersburg’s “front porch.”  The exhibit traces the story of the hotel and provides the “hip and historic” vibe the hotel itself projects.  Guests can appreciate the hotel all the more so after visiting the exhibit.  The exhibit won a State of Florida, Division of Cultural Affairs award.

Location: Renaissance Vinoy Hotel; St. Petersburg, FL

History of the Vinoy

Timeline of the hotel and the city; flip book shows how the hotel was built in nine months through a month by month retelling.

History of the Vinoy

Dining room vignette.

History of the Vinoy

This panel tells the story of how the hotel was brought back to elegance.

History of the Vinoy

Introductory panel.

History of the Vinoy

Mesh entry banner, using available space to brand exhibit and to mask the exhibit until the gallery entry.