Fiesta! Fridays
From the loss of marquee rowing events to attendance limitations driven by social distancing, Nathan Benderson Park has experienced its share of hardships caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
However, the pandemic also resulted in a discovery.
Benderson Park is a natural venue for arts and culture events, according to Tomás Herrera-Mishler, president and CEO of Suncoast Aquatic and Nature Center Associates, which operates the park.
The park began hosting more arts and culture events in 2020. Herrera-Mishler said that trend will only accelerate in 2021 and beyond.
Herrera-Mishler didn’t hide his passion for the arts. He said Sarasota’s arts and culture scene is one of the main reasons he moved to the area.