The Military Heritage Museum is located in Fishermen's Village. It exhibits military artifacts and memorabilia covering all branches of service and dating back to the Spanish American War.

The Punta Gorda Historical Society has been preserving historic buildings in Punta Gorda for over 20 years. Through the efforts of its members the Society has provided information on local history. Their past efforts have included authoring books, writing and...

The house was built in 1925 on Fitzhugh Avenue for Joseph Blanchard and his mail-order bride, Minnie. Mr. Blanchard was a key member of Punta Gorda’s business community and a black steam boat pilot. The house was moved to its current location on Emancipation Day,...

Art & fine crafts classes for everyone, beginner, intermediate, advanced - Acrylic, oil, pastel, watercolor, pencil, clay, glass, metal, found objects; painting, drawing, sculpting, throwing, building, wrapping - landscape, portrait, abstract, symbolic, decorative -...

The Historical Center offers exhibits and programs for all ages, focusing on the history, culture, built environment and natural surroundings of Charlotte County.

The Museum exhibits a variety of historic objects, mostly from the Crowley family and the Old Miakka area. Household furnishings, tools, and items from the original Old Miakka general store and post office are on display.

Historic Spanish Point is a 30-acre (120,000 m2) museum and environmental complex located in Osprey, Florida. It is operated by the Gulf Coast Heritage Association, Inc. Located at 337 North Tamiami Trail, in Osprey, Florida, the museum includes an archeological...

By the 1970's the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse on Southwest Florida's Gasparilla Island had fallen into disrepair and nearly fell into the Gulf of Mexico. However, today, it stands proud, entering its third century. It not only serves as a lighthouse, but is a museum...

The Useppa Island Historical Society, a private, non-profit organization, maintains the Museum. The Museum is also a Research Station for the Florida Museum of Natural History.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is a respected center for research and education, as well as a famous showplace that delights more than 130,000 visitors each year. Our visitors see beautiful horticultural displays and learn from our many educational programs. They also...