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 Decorative arts and collectibles |
2800 University Boulevard North Jacksonville University Jacksonville, FL 32211 United States +1 904 745 7375 / +1 904 744 3950 |
Located in the Phillips Fine Art Building on the campus of Jacksonville University, this is a fabulous collection of decorative art and artifacts. Lovely Steuben Glass is featured with the Tiffany Collection of glassware, and Chinese porcelain and cloisonné from the 18th century. Works by students, faculty and other artists are displayed in the Premier Gallery. Give the museum a call for more information on special events and traveling exhibits. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Summer cosmic concerts |
1025 Museum Circle Museum of Science and History Jacksonville, FL 32207 United States +1 904 396 6674 |
Located inside Jacksonville Museum of Science and History, it offers regular shows for the whole family focusing on our solar system. Famed summertime Cosmic Concerts combine laser light shows with music ranging from classic rock to modern pop. Admission is free with paid admission to the Museum of Science and History. Admission to the museum is USD8 adults, USD6 children ages 3-12 and USD6.50 for seniors over 60 and military. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oral history of Amelia Island |
233 S Third St Jacksonville, FL 32034 United States +1 904 261 7378 |
Spanning an impressive 4,000 years of the barrier island's past, the museum takes you on a journey back in time with help from spellbinding narrations, lectures and walking tours of the historic district. Numerous artifacts of both land and marine archaeology are on display, detailing the island's occupation under eight different flags. Guided tours take place at 11am and again at 2pm Monday-Saturday. The Historic District tour is by appointment only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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WWII Revisited |
Building 3040 Tallahassee St State Road 16 Jacksonville, FL 32091 United States +1 904 533 3196 |
Less than an hour's drive from Jacksonville is this museum dedicated to the memory of American soldiers in World War II, housed in refurbished barracks featuring historical exhibits. There are objects and artifacts related to the history, heritage and traditions of the camp's namesake General Blanding, as well as the individuals and units that trained here. There is also a collection of weapons from both allied and Axis forces. Numerous monuments cover the museum's grounds. Admission to the museum is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 History of art collection |
829 Riverside Ave Jacksonville, FL 32204 United States +1 904 356 6857 |
Opened in 1961, this museum and art education center has handsome gardens with fragrant blooms, and peaceful, winding walkways. The permanent collection focuses on the history of art with exhibits spanning the eras from ancient times to the 20th century. Temporary exhibits are also presented throughout the year. It is located off I-95, approximately five minutes from downtown. There is free admission Tuesday nights from 4pm-9pm. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Things that go bang |
81C King St Jacksonville, FL 32084 United States +1 904 829 3727 |
You will be entertained and educated at this unusual museum that features an authentic collection of weaponry, spanning centuries and the globe. You will see all types of unusual guns, rifles, pistols, muskets and swords, along with various artifacts dating from the 15th to 19th centuries. There are also 18th century shipwreck artifacts, English colonial and Spanish artifacts, Civil War relics, a large Confederate Army weaponry display and much more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Early French colony lives on |
12713 Fort Caroline Rd Jacksonville, FL 32225 United States +1 904 641 7155 |
In 1564 French explorers founded the first Protestant colony in the US along what is today the St Johns River. This reconstructed fort commemorates its probable location. The Spanish seized the original colony and massacred its residents in 1565, so not much is known about these early pioneers. The site stretches across 130 acres overlooking the river and features a museum with French and Indian artifacts from the 16th century. Fort Caroline was established as a national memorial in 1950 and is 14 miles from downtown Jacksonville. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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St Augustine history revealed |
48 King St Jacksonville, FL 32084 United States +1 904 825 5033 |
This museum on the plaza in downtown St Augustine offers a look into the history of America's oldest city. It explores its history from early native settlements through European colonization to Flagler's Golden Age. In presentations here, you can see the components of the old city's economy, architecture, culture and archeology. Gold and silver pieces retrieved from shipwrecks off of the coast are on view. You will be introduced to the colorful history of the nation's oldest city in a fashion that is both educational and delightful! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History of the River City |
100B Wharfside Way Southbank Riverwalk Jacksonville, FL 32207 United States +1 904 398 4301 |
Who says learning can't be fun? The Jacksonville Historical Center has all manner of fun, hands-on interactive exhibits and films relating to Jacksonville's rich history. Explore the past from the Native American Timucuan Indians, the region's original settlers, to the role played by the US Navy in the growth of the city, all the way to the present as Jacksonville enters a new millennium as a top-tier city. The small museum is located at Riverwalk close to downtown and I-95. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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To sea on land |
1015 Museum Circle Unit 2 Jacksonville, FL 32207 United States +1 904 398 9011 |
All aboard this small but informative museum overflowing with exhibits dedicated to nautical history, particularly that relating to the St Johns River and the Port of Jacksonville. Browse artifacts from the Civil War and models of the Titanic, Florida's famous tugboat The Three Friends, sailing ships and steamboats. A small gift shop sells an assortment of nautically themed collectibles and gifts. Volunteer help is always needed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Take a Trip down History |
333 North Laura Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 United States +1 904 366 6911 |
Take some time off for a visit to this museum because it's an educational and exciting trip down history. Get a glimpse into the world of modern art at the Jacksonville Museum. It is appropriately named after its permanent collection of artwork, which spans the entire 20th century. This non-profit organization tries to reach out to all sections of society - scholars, students, art lovers, and young people. Choose from exhibitions, collections, and awareness programs at JMOMA. The exciting and ever-changing schedule also has special summer programs, family programs, film programs as well as an art camp. Head to Café Nola for some yummy coffee and interesting conversations. This contemporary venue is also available for parties, dinners and other events. Entrance costs $6 for adults and $4 for seniors, students and military personnel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun for all ages |
1025 Museum Circle Jacksonville, FL 32207 United States +1 904 396 6674 |
Nicknamed MOSH, this museum overlooks the St. Johns River and is near the downtown area. Great fun and an educational experience for the whole family, it comes with its own planetarium. Exhibits include marine life, native Florida wildlife, local history, and the Holozone, full of interactive games and simulator rides. In addition, classroom activities and planetarium programs allow for hands-on, interactive fun. Don't miss The Living Room, MOSH's animal exhibit. Admission: Adults: USD9, children USD7, seniors USD7.50. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historical documents and books |
101 W First Street Jacksonville, FL 32206 United States +1 904 356 2992 |
Located off Main Street in downtown Jacksonville, this collection is billed as the world's largest holding of historical documents on literature, medicine, science, music and anthropology. Rare books and documents, some a century old, are made available to the public. The Library has seven different locations throughout the country, so it frequently rotates its historical exhibits before returning them to the archive; you can visit again and again without seeing the same documents twice. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Victorian collectibles |
75 King St Jacksonville, FL 32084 United States +1 904 824 2874 |
Step back to the 19th century at the Lightner Museum in downtown St Augustine, the nation's oldest city, just 30 minutes south of Jacksonville. Beautiful exhibits include fine and decorative arts, unusual home furnishings, and Tiffany stained glass. The collections also include Victorian collectibles and costumes, and even mechanical musical demonstrations. The museum is in what was once the Alcazar Hotel, an historic landmark dating back to 1887 with a restaurant, the Café Alcazar, in the old massive swimming pool! Admission: Adults $8; children (12-18) $2; children under 12 free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic country store |
12471 Mandarin Road Jacksonville, FL 32223 United States +1 904 260 9983 |
Located at the southern tip of Jacksonville, this museum is dedicated to promoting the local history. Housed inside the historic Walter Jones general store it is an example of a one-story, crossroads country store. On display are artifacts detailing the life of Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of Uncle Tom's Cabin, who lived in Mandarin, as well as artifacts and memorabilia recovered from the Maple Leaf, a Union naval ship sunk off Mandarin Point in 1884. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Relive the Old South |
4304 Herschel Street Jacksonville, FL 32210 United States +1 904 388 3574 |
This small but informative 25-year old museum, located minutes from I-10 off US 17, celebrates both the history and culture of daily life in the South during the 19th century. There are artifacts and memorabilia from the Civil War, and from everyday Southern life, politics and fashion. Friendly staff can assist visitors who are interested in tracing the genealogy of Southern families, leading you through the extensive research library that features more than 3,000 volumes. A spectacular assortment of original military items is on sale in the museum's shop, called The Florida Depot. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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400 years of history |
14 St. Frances St Jacksonville, FL 32084 United States +1 904 824 2872 |
Inside the coquina shell-and-limestone walls of this old Spanish house, the decor portrays three centuries and three cultures—Spanish,British and American—that have left their mark on the home. On a narrated tour, you'll get a look at the vast differences between present and past. If you are a reader of Eugenia Price's novels, you may find Maria's Room particularly interesting—it was described in her historical novel Maria. The house is easy to find in downtown St Augustine, and admission is adults USD8; Seniors USD7; Students 6-18 years USD4. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hands-on exhibits |
254 D San Marco Ave Jacksonville, FL 32084 United States +1 904 824 8874 / +1 800 813 3208 |
This educational museum is just six miles off I-95 in historic St. Augustine. Explore Florida's pre-European past when Timucuan Indians inhabited the region. Get a feeling for what it was actually like to live and work in those times. Or imagine yourself during the Spanish colonial era, drilling holes with pump drills, discovering 18th century amusements or even hand-dipping homemade candles. You can pretend you're an old-time Florida pioneer, writing with actual feather quill pens in a true-to-life pioneer homestead. Admission: Adults: USD6, children USD5. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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100,000 items from the past |
167 San Marco Ave Jacksonville, FL 32084 United States +1 904 829 9729 |
This museum was once a social center and a general store at the turn of the century. Its enormous collection includes original old-time stock, guns, hardware, advertising art, and house wares. You'll get the feeling as you browse among the Model-T truck, a Conestoga wagon and steam tractor, all while a lively player piano kicks up a tune or two. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Railroad and aviation history |
413 Beach Boulevard Jacksonville, FL 32250 United States +1 904 246 0093 |
Children and adults alike enjoy this quaint park and museum, located in a restored railroad section, foreman's house, and post office from 1903. Guided tours of these historic buildings and the Beaches' railway are available. A highlight is the lovingly restored Locomotive #7, a 28-ton steam engine built in 1911 and housed in a small glass-enclosed building; visitors can view it from the outside or close up from the inside. A gift shop is located inside the Old Railroad Depot. Admission is free but donations are encouraged. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nation's first wax museum |
17 King St Jacksonville, FL 32084 United States +1 904 829 9056 |
Potter's is the oldest wax museum in the US; their 170 costumed figures include historical characters, movie stars, gangsters and presidents. There is an entire room dedicated to the Spanish Inquisition, characters from horror movies like Freddy Kreuger and the Wolfman. The museum honors scores of celebrities, scores of celebrities, including the entire cast of Seinfeld. Visitors can also observe an authentic wax artist working on his next amazing creation through a viewing window. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous faces immortalized |
17 Kings St Jacksonville, FL 32084 United States +1 800 584 4781 |
They're alive! More than 170 wax renderings collected at Potter's Wax Museum are on display: Hollywood stars, authors, scientists, artists, historic explorers and royalty. Potters was the first wax museum in the United States, and many years after its debut continues to offer both fun and education. Touring the "Chamber of Horrors" exhibit is optional. Potters has the only public real working wax studio. You'll also find a movie theatre presentation and a museum shop here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jazz with a facelift |
829 N Davis St Jacksonville, FL 32202 United States +1 904 632 5555 |
The Ritz Theatre is home to gospel and jazz, other entertainment and nightlife. Community theater and film are also featured. The neighboring LaVilla Museum has more than 11,000 square feet of exhibit space and is home to art and artifacts from several African countries, as well as photographs by Aaron Mervin, paintings, ceramics and other visual arts. Local African-American artists' works are featured each year during Black History Month in February at this cultural arts center. Admission: USD6 adults USD3 children & seniors Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History of the submarine |
102 St. Mary's St W Jacksonville, GA 31558 United States +1 912 882 2782 |
Learn more about the history of these underwater craft, including the history of submarine use in the United States, at this museum in St. Mary's, just a short drive north of Jacksonville in southern Georgia. The museum displays a large collection of memorabilia, military models, photos, and even a maritime library. Browse through the gift shop for hats, shirts, gifts and submarine patches. Children under age 6 are admitted free. Tour times vary according to group size. Call for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |