Agency Overview Established by Congress in 1939 under title 14, §§ 23 of the U.S. Code, the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary is Semper Paratus (Always Ready). We invite you to explore our site and learn more about who we are and what we do to be “Semper Paratus.” The Auxiliary operates in: • Safety and Security Patrols • Search Read more...

“To make Venice a more beautiful place to live, work and play,” has been the driving force behind the projects adopted by Venice Area Beautification, Inc. (VABI). Downtown flower baskets & landscape projects, the Venetian Waterway Park, Venice Arboretum at West Blalock Park, murals, and public art displays. VABI is thrilled to present a new landscaping project called Urban Forest. Read more...

The Venice Area Chamber of Commerce is also a Visitor Center! Please visit our website or stop by in person to find out what events are taking place in our area as well as at the Chamber. Visitors may request a free detailed street map, along with a Membership Directory (Business Directory) and Visitor’s Guide. Hours 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Read more...

VAGC has grown since founded in 1957 with 25 members. In 1958 we became a member of Florida Federation of Garden Clubs in District VIII. We currently have over 100 members and meet monthly from October to June. Our Home & Garden Tour is held each year on the second Friday & Saturday each March. Homeowners in the area graciously Read more...

The Venice Area Historical Society (VAHS) was founded in 1991 as the Venice Historic Preservation League, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  The mission of the Venice Area Historical Society is to promote public awareness and understanding of the historic heritage of Florida, Sarasota County, and the Venice area, within the context of our nation’s history, and to encourage inquiry and research Read more...

The Venice Area Orchid Society is an affiliate of the American Orchid Society. Our club was founded to foster and preserve orchid growing, to provide a forum for orchid exhibition, and to share the knowledge and experience of growers and hobbyists. Begun in 1962, the VAOS has grown into one of the largest and most active orchid societies in Florida. Read more...

Venice Area Quilters’ Guild (VAQG) serves quilters of all skill levels from beginner to professional, with interests as varied as our experience levels. We promote the love of quilts, encourage and preserve the art of quilts and quilting, and share friendship and knowledge with others. VAQG offers monthly classes, informal workshops, and a Quilt Escape in February 2019.  The Guild meets Read more...

Venice Art Center Mission: To provide cultural resources to the community and to encourage the knowledge and appreciation of Visual Art in all its forms. Venice Art Center: To provide cultural resources to the community and to encourage the knowledge and appreciation of Visual Art in all its forms. The Venice Art Center is an art and cultural destination, offering Read more...

For over 27 years the Venice Aviation Society, Inc. (VASI), has been dedicated to support of the Venice Municipal Airport. VASI, incorporated in 1991, has served as the voice of General Aviation in Venice with the goal of maintaining the airport as an active, fully functional, modern and safe airport in our national air transportation system. The aim of VASI Read more...