Located inside the Florida Public Archaeology Network headquarters in downtown Pensacola, the Destination Archaeology Resource Center is an archaeology museum open to the public. Inside you will learn about the amazing archaeological sites that you can visit and experience throughout the state. Our exhibits include displays about both land and underwater archaeology sites. We showcase heritage sites open to the public within the eight regions of the FPAN with traditional and interactive displays, including touchscreens, tablet computers and artifacts. Additionally, our museum hosts a variety of free exhibits, events, and programs throughout the year.
Pensacola, FL
Region(s):
Northwest
County:
Escambia
Type(s):
History
Science
Other
Step outside the box and experience science firsthand in our interactive museum including a STEAM Makerspace, SMALLab Learning, animal presentations, and more at the Emerald Coast Science Center! The center strives to inspire and grow a scientifically engaged community, and it has promoted STEAM education and public outreach in Okaloosa County and beyond for over 30 years. The Emerald Coast Science Center is committed to serving children and families through excellent programming and exhibits that allow patrons to capture the difference a hands-on encounter with science can make. Home to over 40 exotic animals, amazing robotics exhibits, and immersive programming, come discover the element of surprise at the Emerald Coast Science Center.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Region(s):
Northwest
County:
Okaloosa
Type(s):
Science
Since 1971, the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida has been collecting and preserving material culture pertaining to local and regional history. Today, the Museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts, textiles, and documents which are made available to the public. These materials are used for education, entertainment, and research through the archival library, exhibits, tours, public programs, and events.
VALPARAISO, FL
Region(s):
Northwest
County:
Okaloosa
Type(s):
History
The University of West Florida Historic Trust manages Historic Pensacola, which includes the Pensacola Museum of History, the Pensacola Children's Museum, Historic Pensacola Village, the Pensacola Museum of Art, the Hilton Green Research Library, and the Voices of Pensacola in downtown Pensacola as well as Arcadia Mill Archaeological Site and Homestead in Milton, FL. Our mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and share the history of Northwest Florida. Our unified tickets provide admission to our museum complex for seven (7) days.
Pensacola, FL
Region(s):
Northwest
County:
Escambia
Type(s):
Children's
Historic Home
History
House
The Jay Historical Society began in 2001 as a dream of seven local citizens. We have a permanent museum and our mission is to collect items, preserve documents, and to educate and advocate for the historical preservation of places and structures related to the history of Jay and north Santa Rosa County.
Jay, FL
Region(s):
Northwest
County:
Santa Rosa
Type(s):
Art
Children's
History
House
Science
Other
The Mattie Kelly Arts Center Galleries is an academic teaching museum consisting of two main galleries showcasing about five international, national and regional exhibitions each year. The galleries host events, talks, lectures, workshops, and guided tours for art students, community events, K-12 students, educators, and artists.
Niceville, FL
Region(s):
Northwest
County:
Okaloosa
Type(s):
Art
Climb 177 steps up the historic Pensacola Lighthouse for one of the most beautiful views on the Gulf Coast. Built in 1859, the Lighthouse is located onboard Naval Air Station Pensacola. PLEASE NOTE - our location is located on Naval Air Station Pensacola, which is currently not accessible to civilians. Please call 850-393-1561 for more information.
Pensacola, FL
Region(s):
Northwest
County:
Escambia
Type(s):
Other
Hands on science museum to inspire curiosity, experimentation, and creative problem solving through the exploration of math, engineering, science, and stuff.
Pensacola, FL
Region(s):
Northwest
County:
Escambia
Type(s):
Science
We aim to facilitate the preservation, understanding, and engagement of visual culture for audiences in the Northwest Florida region and beyond through our permanent collection, interpretive programs, a vital and dynamic exhibition schedule, academic research, and education. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10-4, and Sunday, Noon to 4:00.
Pensacola, FL
Region(s):
Northwest
County:
Escambia
Type(s):
Art