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Location
Parking
Free visitor parking located at 902 N. Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32303
Visitor tip
Plan to arrive by 2:00 PM to catch the last guided tour at 3:00 PM. Knowledgeable staff-led tours are offered on the hour and provide the best learning experience for understanding the house's history as a former Governor's Mansion and its civil rights significance.
Visitor tip
Don't miss the cemetery in the far corner of the property and explore the peaceful grounds featuring native trees and abundant wildlife. The grounds offer great exploration opportunities beyond the house exhibits, making it ideal for visitors of all ages and energy levels.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Focus
- Florida history, slavery, and civil rights
- Historic Site
- Call-Collins House (ca. 1840), built by enslaved craftspeople
- Admission
- Free general admission
- Hours
- Wednesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (closed Sun–Tue)
What visitors say
Great Florida history lesson. This house actually served as the Governor's Mansion for 2yrs and is very informative and impressive. Don't forget to visit the cemetery in the far corner of the property- it's worth the walk. I highly…
While in Tallahassee, I located The Grove as a free educational experience for my daughter and I. We enjoyed all the history and artifacts. We took the guided tour of the basement. Our guide was so knowledgeable and friendly. In…
I really like this place. The museum is small but very well done with interactive exhibits. You will come away knowing a lot about the colorful past residents. The staff was friendly and helpful. You can also stroll around the peaceful…
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Did You Know?
- The Call-Collins House served as Florida's Governor's Mansion for 2 years during the antebellum period (circa 1840)
- The Grove offers completely free general admission to all visitors, making it accessible educational experience with no mandatory fees
- The museum features interactive exhibits including digital touchscreens and audio diary entries that read aloud to visitors, blending traditional and modern educational approaches
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