Love is in the air in our historic Naples Cottage, where your little one will get to make vintage-inspired Valentines, enjoy some hands-on heart themed activities, and listen to a […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a stroll through the history of local sweethearts. Our Curator of Education, Elaina Gyure, will be discussing some of the famous couples who have called Collier […]
From baskets, to medicines, to food, to art, plants have many purposes in our lives. Come on down to the museum and explore how plants shaped the lives of early […]
Explore the pottery styles of ancient Florida and the ways that archeologists use and identify ceramics. Everyone will get a chance to try constructing their own piece. For adults and […]
It’s never too early for your little one to learn about the wonders of archaeology! Join us in celebration of Florida Archaeology Month for preschool-friendly, hands-on activities that introduce the […]
We’re celebrating Florida Archaeology Month with Southwest Florida Archaeology Day. Guests of all ages can get hands-on with archaeology at this free outdoor event. Meet archaeologists and learn how they […]
Museum Manager Stephanie Long will be exploring the history of the museum’s steam locomotive, known locally as “the Deuce.” Built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works, this small locomotive had a […]
Music obsessive. History Geek. Southerner. Guitar Player. Public Historian. Teacher. Writer. Fan, Bob Beatty grew up devouring his mom’s Beatles and dad’s Hank Williams and bluegrass records. Throughout his life […]
Collier County is made up of 2305 square miles, three municipalities, unincorporated towns, and many distinct communities with a wide variety of vibes and flavors. Given its geographic size and […]
Long before there were singing baby sharks and rescue puppies, pioneer children of early Florida were making the most of the limited fun resources they had around them! In Pioneer […]