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Visitor tip
Kids can enjoy a free scavenger hunt throughout the exhibits, making it an engaging educational activity that helps them explore the museum more interactively and learn about Anna Maria Island's history.
Visitor tip
The museum staff consists of knowledgeable volunteers who are described as a pleasure to speak with. Take time to chat with them for deeper insights into the exhibits and local history beyond what's displayed.
Visitor tip
The museum is located adjacent to a small park with a kayak launch, making it easy to combine your visit with outdoor recreation. This is a perfect opportunity for families to enjoy multiple activities in one location.
About Anna Maria Island Historical Society
Local history museum & famous jail. Museum set in a 1920s icehouse featuring exhibits on local history, plus the city's original jail.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Building History
- Built in 1920 as an icehouse; also served as automotive garage, sea turtle hatchery, and public administration building
- Hours
- Tuesday-Saturday, Jan-Mar 10AM-4PM, Apr-Dec 10AM-1PM
- Status
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
What visitors say
This place is wonderful and full of knowledgeable staff members and artifacts of Anna Maria's past. We visit from the UK, once in 2022 and again in 2025, our next visit won't be until 2027 sadly. I bought a couple of books there by the…
Very interesting about the history of Anna Maria Island. It's a small museum but backed with information. Plus they have scavenger hunt for kids and it's free!!! Donations accepted. And there's a small park with a kayak launch too.
We enjoyed the historical Museum It is free to experience and there's a lot of Interesting facts The staff volunteers were very knowledgeable And a pleasure to speak with
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Did You Know?
- The museum is housed in a 1920s icehouse, a historic building that has been repurposed to preserve Anna Maria Island's local history
- The museum features the city's original jail as part of its exhibits, providing a tangible connection to Anna Maria Island's past
- The museum is free to visit with donations accepted, and offers a free scavenger hunt program for children
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