Museum of Florida History Reviews

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500 South Bronough St.
Tallahassee, FL 32399
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Museums Type
2 hours to Half Day Time to Spend

3.4

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Value

5.0
Facilities

3.0
Atmosphere

3.0

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Some artifacts in the Museum of Florida History date as far back as 12,000 years ago, but others are more modern like the museum's various World War II memorabilia and the model collection of naval ships. But the property's showcase item greets you at the door: an 11-foot mastodon skeleton that was originally found in Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park. His name is Herman.

Be sure to budget plenty of time to wander around this downtown museum. Recent visitors recommended at least three hours to thoroughly see each of the museum's four permanent and more than 15 traveling exhibits. And for those who are feeling a bit famished, check out the property's restaurant, The Egg Express, which offers a variety of light breakfast and lunch dishes.

The museum closes daily at 4:30 p.m. and opens at various times throughout the week and weekend. On Monday through Friday, the museum opens at 9 a.m., while on Saturdays it opens at 10 a.m. and on Sundays at noon. Admission is always free, but donations are encouraged. Parking can be found at the adjacent lot or any of the metered spaces on Martin Luther King Boulevard. For more information on exhibits, visit the museum's website.

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#1 Tallahassee Museum Located about 6 miles southwest of downtown Tallahassee near Lake Bradford and Cascade Lake, the Tallahassee Museum is the perfect attraction for those looking to have some fun outdoors. Moved ... Read more » Jonathan Lyons / Getty Images

#2 Florida Historic Capitol Museum Tucked away inside Tallahassee's Old Capitol, the Florida Historic Capitol Museum aims to educate locals and tourists alike about Florida's political history while preserving one of Tallahassee's ... Read more » Steven Martin / Flickr

#3 St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge Although Tallahassee sits more inland compared to other popular vacation destinations in Florida, this capital city has plenty of wildlife and scenic landscapes to offer visitors. Case in point: the St ... Read more » David Hawkins / Flickr

#4 Tallahassee Automobile and Collectibles Museum This museum is a must for many. With a wide variety of collections, including cars, knives and cash registers, visitors rave about the Tallahassee Automobile and Collectibles Museum. Some of ... Read more » Visit Tallahassee

#5 Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park The freshwater at Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park is so clear in some parts that you can see some 100 feet below you (hence, the site's glass-bottom boat ... Read more » Visit Tallahassee

#6 Mission San Luis de Apalachee Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1960, this reconstructed Spanish Franciscan mission gives travelers a sneak peek into what life was like during the 17th century. Visitors can take self-guided ... Read more » Robert English / Flickr

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#9 Knott House Museum The Knott House Museum has a historic distinction. On May 20, 1865, Brig. Gen. Edward McCook read the Emancipation Proclamation on the steps of this home (which served as the ... Read more » Museum of Florida History