3 to See: Manatee Lagoon, Ellen Graham photos, 'Carousel'

Cultural Council for Palm Beach County
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There’s an astounding variety of arts and cultural events and experiences to enjoy here in the Palm Beaches! Here to help you with three ideas for the coming week is the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, the official support agency for arts and culture here in Florida’s Cultural Capital.

For more to enjoy and experience, explore the Council’s online events calendar at palmbeachculture.com/events.

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Take the family out to Manatee Lagoon

Celebrate the joys of Florida waterways and ocean life this weekend at Manatee Lagoon with activities, education and loads of fun for the young ones in your life.
Celebrate the joys of Florida waterways and ocean life this weekend at Manatee Lagoon with activities, education and loads of fun for the young ones in your life.

So you’ve lived in Palm Beach County for a while and met loggerhead turtles, a few dolphins, maybe even a panther or two — but do you know much about the Florida manatee? If you don’t, you could learn more about them at Manatee Lagoon in West Palm Beach this weekend. Pack the car with kids and take them along for conservation-focused activities, eco-exhibits and more.

Visit Manatee Lagoon: Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Manatee Lagoon, 6000 N. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach. Info: 561-626-2833 or visitmanateelagoon.com.

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New photographic exhibition at Norton Museum of Art

Make time to see the Norton Museum of Art’s exhibition “Ellen Graham: Unscripted” which includes this piece, “Sharon Tate, Beverly Hills, CA” shot in 1968.
Make time to see the Norton Museum of Art’s exhibition “Ellen Graham: Unscripted” which includes this piece, “Sharon Tate, Beverly Hills, CA” shot in 1968.

Blending the worlds of snapshot and portrait, photographer Ellen Graham has made it her goal over six decades to capture movie stars, artists, musicians, fashion icons and more at their most vulnerable. A dazzling display of the photographer’s work, some of which have never been shown before, are featured in the Norton Museum of Art’s “Ellen Graham: Unscripted” exhibitions. Fans of pop culture and photography — go see it!

“Ellen Graham: Unscripted”: On display through June 16. Admission is $18 for adults, $15 for seniors, $5 for students with valid school ID, and free for children 12 and under. Norton Museum of Art, 1450 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. Info: 561-832-5196 or norton.org.

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Classic 'Carousel' at The Wick

See the musical classic “Carousel” this weekend at The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum, starring Julia Suriano, left, as Julie and Trevor Martin as Billy.
See the musical classic “Carousel” this weekend at The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum, starring Julia Suriano, left, as Julie and Trevor Martin as Billy.

The second musical composed and written by the famous Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein II, “Carousel” lives on and is considered as one of the duo’s best works. The production continues its run at The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum this weekend. The show, which invites audiences to explore the love story of carousel barker Billy and millworker Julie, is an unforgettable American classic. Bring a friend or two with you to enjoy the show!

“Carousel”: Performances run now through March 24. Tickets range from $79 to $109 depending on show date and time. The Wick Theater & Costume Museum, 7901 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. Info: 561-995-2333 or thewick.org.

This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Cultural Council of PBC recommends 3 to See events for March 7-13, 2024