# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Urban Sketch: Historic Mira Mar Plaza Sarasota
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The Mira Mar Plaza is the largest remaining boom era commercial structure in Sarasota. It contributes to the quaint walkable downtown vibe that anchors our sense of place.  The Mira Mar Plaza has also been at risk of demolish as the city continues to grow and be rezoned. The Plaza NEEDS OUR HELP.
 
The Mira Mar Plaza was built in record time in 1922, at the start of ‘Florida Fever’ tourist boom. The largest apartment building that Sarasota had yet seen, with a hotel and auditorium constructed on site shortly after, Mira Mar signaled to the world that this piece of paradise had risen to ‘resort status’. 
 
Until recently Mira Mar Plaza was home to several beloved establishments including Caragiuio's Italian Restaurant. The plaza is in need of major restoration and the support of community is critical. As Urban Sketchers, we can help shed light on the project and keep it in front of the community. 

Meet Up
We will meet at 10:30am across the  street at Waffle Monkey Cafe & Coffee Shop for a short meet & greet and then you can disperse to sketch your favorite scene(s) of the area. We'll then meet back up in the same location to throw down and share our sketches. For anyone interested, hang out and enjoy lunch at Waffle Monkey and get to know your fellow sketchers. 

Parking is available in several ramps in the area and on the street.
Ramps are located around the corner on Mira Mar Court, and two blocks North on Palm in the Palm Ramp. 

To learn more about Mira Mar Plaza and other at risk historical buildings and neighborhoods in Sarasota County, check out Six to Save on PreserveSRQ.org 

Read about the history of Mira Mar Plaza here and see photos of this beautiful area in it's glory.

Connect with us on Facebook to RSVP for this and coming events. Or just show up!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/urban-sketch-historic-mira-mar-plaza-sarasota/200029942101359
- **Event Categories**: meetups, meet-and-greet
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 25

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Sarasota
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Waffle Monkey Sarasota
- **lat**: 27.33476
- **long**: -82.54296
- **full address**: Waffle Monkey Sarasota, 52 S Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236-5609, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Urban Sketch: Historic Mira Mar Plaza Sarasota
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Urban Sketch: Historic Mira Mar Plaza Sarasota being held?
  - **A:** Urban Sketch: Historic Mira Mar Plaza Sarasota takes place on Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 am at Waffle Monkey Sarasota, 52 S Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236-5609, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Urban Sketch: Historic Mira Mar Plaza Sarasota?
  - **A:** Urban Sketch: Historic Mira Mar Plaza Sarasota is organized by Sheri Bennefeld.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Urban Sketch: Historic Mira Mar Plaza Sarasota is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sarasota, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Urban Sketch: Historic Mira Mar Plaza Sarasota sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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