The Dalí Museum Is Getting a $65 Million Expansion — New Galleries, Immersive Experiences, and 35,000 More Square Feet Coming by 2028
- May 6
- 2 min read
ST. PETERSBURG, FL — One of Tampa Bay's most iconic cultural landmarks is about to get a lot bigger. The Salvador Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg has announced a $65 million expansion project that will add 35,000 square feet of new space to its waterfront home — and the focus isn't just on more walls. It's on doing more with them.
The expansion is designed around interactive and digital experiences, something the museum has been working toward for years. The new space will include dedicated gallery areas for rotating and immersive exhibits, learning spaces built for both kids and adults, and flexible rooms for community events and programming. Think less "walk past art in silence" and more "step inside the art."
What's Being Built
35,000 square feet of new space added to the existing waterfront building
New gallery areas for rotating exhibitions and immersive digital experiences
Dedicated learning spaces for children and adult programming
Flexible event and community gathering rooms
Designed by The Beck Group — the same firm behind the current building — ensuring a seamless architectural extension
Timeline
Construction start: Fall 2026
Expected opening: 2028
The museum will remain fully open throughout the entire construction period
How It's Being Funded
The project is backed by a mix of private donors, institutional partnerships, and tourism development funds — including support from Visit St. Pete-Clearwater.
Why It's Worth the Drive from Wesley Chapel
The Dalí is already one of the most visited museums in Florida. With this expansion, it becomes a genuinely world-class destination. Whether you're bringing out-of-town guests or planning a family day trip, St. Pete just got an even stronger reason to visit.
📍 The Dalí Museum — One Dalí Blvd., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
📅 Construction begins: Fall 2026 | Expansion opens: 2028
Sources: The Dalí Museum, Visit St. Pete-Clearwater
