What is the “MOD” Weekend in Sarasota?
Architecture Sarasota is pleased to announce its 10th annual Sarasota MOD Weekend, a three-day architecture festival celebrating the legacy and global impact of the Sarasota School of Architecture (a.k.a. Sarasota Modern) — the regional, mid-century modern architecture movement that has come to define the cultural landscape in and around the city of Sarasota, and which continues to influence architects and designers around the world. This year’s MOD Weekend will center around the centennial of renowned Sarasota School architect Victor Lundy, honoring him with an exhibition and symposium that jointly traces his life and legacy.
Tickets for individual events and experiences range in price from $30 to $225 for Architecture Sarasota members and from $40 to $250 for non-members. All proceeds from Sarasota MOD Weekend directly support Architecture Sarasota’s mission and work. Purchase tickets HERE.
Sarasota MOD Weekend 2023 Schedule
Thursday, November 2nd
6-7:30 pm VIP Vernissage Reception for Victor Lundy: Infinite Space, Architecture beyond Sarasota exhibition (VIP and Ultimate pass holders)
Friday, November 3rd
9-11 am & 12-2pm North Siesta Key Kayak Tours
2-4 pm Siesta Key Beach Pavilions & Fire Station Tour
5-8 pm Opening Party: Celebrate 10 Years of MOD!
Saturday, November 4
8:30 am-12 pm Victor Lundy and Sculptural Modernism Symposium (followed by a tour of the Education Building Restoration at St. Paul Lutheran Church)
12-4 pm South Gate Self-Guided Driving Tour
1-4 pm Lido Shores Self-Guided Walking Tour
1 pm Trolley Tour of Victor Lundy Architecture
5:30-8:30 pm Cocktails and Dinner at White Sands Beach Cabanas (VIP pass holders)
Sunday, November 5
8:30 am Yoga Under the Umbrella
1-4 pm Lido Shores Self-Guided Walking Tour
10 am-2 pm Siesta Key Self-Guided Driving Tour
About Architecture Sarasota:
Founded in 2021 with the coming together of the Center for Architecture Sarasota and the Sarasota Architecture Foundation, Architecture Sarasota is dedicated to stewarding the legacy of the Sarasota School and providing a forum for the education, advocacy, and celebration of good design in the global built environment.
Photos from Sarasota Architecture