MOSAIC brings monthlong arts celebration to the Palm Beaches

Stacy Daniel
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**Norton Museum of Art. [Photos by the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County]**

Each May, the Palm Beaches transform into a monthlong celebration of creativity as museums, theaters and other cultural spaces open their doors with special access and experiences through MOSAIC, presented by the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County.

Now in its ninth year, MOSAIC continues to grow in both scope and impact. What began as an effort to boost tourism during a slower season has evolved into a highly anticipated, countywide celebration featuring 35 offers from 30 organizations across the 31 days of May, with some deals extending into June.

The Cultural Council partnered with the county’s tourism development efforts to reimagine May as a time of renewed energy. The goal was simple: to draw visitors while supporting local arts organizations.

That vision has paid off.

Each year, participation grows along with the variety of experiences. From art and music to comedy, history and science, MOSAIC reflects the full spectrum of cultural life in the Palm Beaches.

“We have our science museums, our zoo, our Busch Wildlife Sanctuary,” says Lauren Perry, the Cultural Council’s associate vice president of marketing and cultural tourism. “It’s a very broad offering that reaches a lot of different people.”

At its core, MOSAIC is about accessibility. Many of the offers target families and groups, including buy-one-get-one deals and discounted admissions.

Among the highlights are several institutions offering buy-one-get-one-free admission, including the Boca Raton Museum of Art, Cox Science Center and Aquarium (May 17–31), Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum, Mounts Botanical Garden and Norton Museum of Art.

In addition to those offers, a wide range of organizations are participating in MOSAIC programming. Participants include the 561 Music Festival, Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, Armory Art Center, Artists of Palm Beach County, Arts Garage, Arts Warehouse, Benzaiten Center for Creative Arts, Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, Masterworks Chorus of the Palm Beaches and Ebony Chorale of the Palm Beaches, Melted Aroma, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation Society, Paris Ballet, Resource Depot, The Artwork of Reuben Hale, Schoolhouse Children’s Museum, Taras Oceanographic Foundation and Discover The Palm Beaches.

While tourism remains a primary focus, MOSAIC also encourages residents to explore their own community.

“We really lean into promoting MOSAIC to families,” Perry says. “It’s a great

opportunity, especially for larger or multigenerational groups, to experience museums and performances at a more affordable price point.”

While tourists remain the primary audience, MOSAIC also encourages county residents to rediscover their own community.

“We always want locals to know about it because it’s a great opportunity to be a tourist in your own backyard,” Perry says. “The value of the deals often sparks curiosity and encourages people to try something new.”

That curiosity fuels not just personal enrichment, but economic impact as well. According to Perry, every dollar invested in cultural tourism generates approximately $9.

“It’s not just about attending a show,” she says. “It’s dinner before or after, booking a hotel, hiring a babysitter. There are so many businesses that benefit from the cultural arts sector.”

**Paris Ballet. [Photo by Janine Harris]**

That ripple effect helps sustain the Palm Beaches’ arts ecosystem, offering residents access to performances, exhibitions and institutions year-round.

As participation grows, MOSAIC is helping cultural institutions extend their seasons and offer more programming — an important shift as more people move to and visit the area.

Among the highlights is Palm Beach County Open Studios, which took place during the first weekend of May. The self-guided tour invited the public into the creative spaces of more than 140 artists, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the artistic process.