Children's Museums
A.L. Lewis Museum at American Beach
📍 1600 Julia St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 1–5 PM |
About A.L. Lewis Museum at American Beach
History of an African American beach. Small museum with the history of American Beach, which was created for African Americans in 1935. American Beach was created in 1935 as a dedicated beach resort for African Americans during the era of segregation, making it a historically significant site for African American leisure and community. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 145 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Focus
- American Beach history and heritage preservation
- Hours
- Friday-Saturday 10am-2pm, Sunday 1-5pm
- Founded
- September 5, 2014
- Membership
- Yes, starting at $20 for seniors
💡 Did You Know?
- American Beach was created in 1935 as a dedicated beach resort for African Americans during the era of segregation, making it a historically significant site for African American leisure and community
- The museum features an exhibit displaying the hair of 'The Beach Lady,' described by visitors as the best piece of the museum
- The museum was formerly named the American Beach Museum before undergoing a name change to the A.L. Lewis Museum at American Beach to better reflect its focus on A.L. Lewis's legacy
- The museum incorporates interactive educational technology including tablets with oral history segments alongside traditional exhibits
💬 What Visitors Say
- Don't miss the Beach Lady hair exhibit - visitors consistently highlight it as the best and most memorable piece in the museum
- Plan for a 1-2 hour visit; this is a small, focused museum with exhibits, informative videos on tablets, and oral history segments rather than an all-day attraction
- Photography and video are not permitted inside the exhibits, so plan accordingly if you wanted to document your visit
- Book a group tour in advance by calling (904) 510-7036 for a more in-depth educational experience with knowledgeable staff who can provide detailed context about A.L. Lewis and American Beach history
- Consider membership options ($20-$100) if you plan multiple visits, as they provide ongoing support for this important historical preservation and may offer better value than repeated general admission visits
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