Museums

The Delray Beach Historical Society museum and gardens is located at the corner of Swinton Ave and NE 1st Street just one block north of bustling Atlantic Avenue.

The Delray Beach Historical Society was established in 1964 and consists of a cluster of old Florida cottages on a lush campus.

Call ahead to check for hours or to schedule a docent lead tour. School groups, homeschoolers and visitors of all ages can learn the fascinating history of this South Florida town.

The Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts (WMODA) is a world-class museum in South Florida celebrating the fired arts of ceramics and glass. The museum features thousands of works from the world’s most renowned ceramic and glass artists. In addition to a vast collection of 19th and 20th century British pottery and porcelain from factories, such as Wedgwood, Minton and Royal Doulton, the Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts displays works by contemporary ceramic artists from the UK, USA, and South Africa.

The Seminole story is a must-see for Florida visitors/residents and our Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, is well worth the drive out to the naturally beautiful Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation. 

Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum

Love to visit Delray Beach and looking for something more to do than stroll along the beach and have dinner?  The Silverball Museum will be a new attraction in the heart of downtown Delray Beach.  The Silverball Museum will feature 150 arcade games including vintage pinball machines as well as classic vintage arcade games.  Bring out the kids in a head-to-head match up against the grandparents or have a fun adult night out!  Prices are per half hour or for the day.

Xtreme Action Park is over 120,000 sq ft of family fun and entertainment located in western Fort Lauderdale. South Florida has its hot and humid days or afternoon storms but kids never quit wanting to go go go.  Take your family out regardless of the weather and have an amazing time!  Xtreme Action Park is poised to become the be all and end all of indoor active recreation in the area after this major overhaul. 

Complete overhaul and renovation completed Summer of 2015.  

A haunting park of stones is built under mysterious circumstances by an eccentric recluse. What could be more inviting than that? Not much, according to some who have visited the Coral Castle located just north of Homestead, FL in Miami-Dade County. Called the "American Stonehenge" by some, the park features huge stones weighing an average of 14 tons which have been stacked, placed and carved into many forms. It is an engineering marvel built by one person working alone.

Looking for a fun and educational experience within the Miami Beach area? The Bass Art Museum in Miami Beach, Florida is the ideal place for families to visit if they wish to enlighten themselves about art procured from around the world. The museum showcases artwork from various eras and periods throughout history- from Renaissance to modern art. The aim of the museum is to present contemporary art that excites, challenges, and educates its visitors. Additionally, the museum has a specific educational mission.

There is so much to do at Deering Estate for everyone, from butterfly walks to guided canoe tours, to exploring the history of the area in buildings and fossils, to enjoying some of the special concerts and festivals that take place there. Take a step into the Miami past for a truly remarkable experience.

 History Miami is a museum located in Miami Florida and is the premier cultural institution that represents the rich culture of Miami. The museum illustrates the rich history of Miami through exhibitions, publications, collections, research, city tours and education. In 2011, the museum joined the Smithsonian Institution Affiliations Program (SIAP) which allows the museum to share collections, resource programs and offer scholarships to South Florida residents. 

Are you an art lover in search of a special South Florida art attraction?  Set aside some time to take a tour of the Hibel Museum of Art which is found at 5353 Park Drive, Jupiter in Palm Beach County. It is located on the John D MacArthur Campus of Florida Atlantic University at Abacoa Town Center.  Florida Atlantic University campus.