OUR MISSION
In bringing alive the past, the Amelia Island Museum of History preserves, protects, and promotes the unique history of Amelia Island and its surrounding area for a diverse community of residents, researchers, and visitors.
The Amelia Island Museum sees itself as the caretakers and disseminators of our island’s exciting local history, which it shares not only through a wonderful variety of exhibits, but also by providing a multitude of programs throughout the community for all ages. The Museum also protects and shares local history with genealogists, homeowners and authors by providing a modern research facility.
MUSEUM HOURS AND ADMISSION
OPEN:
Monday – Saturday: 10 am – 4 pm
Sunday: 1 pm – 4 pm
SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS:
Closed at 1:00 pm on Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, and New Year’s Eve.
Closed all day on the first Saturday and Sunday of May (Shrimp Festival), Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
TICKET PRICES:
Adult:
$10
Senior (65+) and Active Military:
$8
Children (Ages 5 to 17):
$5
Students (with valid I.D.):
$5
Your admission includes our daily docent-led Eight Flags tour. An amazing tale of intrigue and adventure highlighting the events and people that shaped Fernandina’s spectacular history. This 1-hour docent-led tour is given at 11 am and 2 pm every Monday through Saturday, and at 2 pm every Sunday afternoon.
SHRIMPING MUSEUM
Located at the City Marina in downtown Fernandina Beach, the Shrimping Museum honors our distinction as the birthplace of the modern shrimping industry.
The Fernandina Beach Marine Welcome Center & Shrimping Museum is run under the auspices of the Amelia Island Museum of History. Here you can learn about net making, ship building, and so much more! Learn about the families that brought modern shrimping to Florida and their descendants who keep alive the traditions.
CONTACT US
For general inquiries, please call 904.261.7378. To reach a specific department, use the below information.
Thea Seagraves
Education Director
Volunteer and Tour Coordinator
904.261.7378 x105
TELL US ABOUT YOUR VISIT
PRESS AND MEDIA
News and media professionals in need of Amelia Island Museum of History information or interviews should contact Jennifer England for assistance.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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SUSAN BONNETT
Co-Chair
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WILLIAM TILSON
Co-Chair
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JOE ANDERSON
Treasurer
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DAVID ROESER
Secretary
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ROB HULL
Ex-Officio
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BERTA ARIAS
Director
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PEGGY BULGER
Director
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SYLVIA CHANDLER
Director
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MILLIE COLUCCI
Director
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PAUL CONDIT
Director
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NEIL FRINK
Director
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JENNIFER HARRISON
Director
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ROB HICKS
Director
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SUSAN MARTIN
Director
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FRANK OFELDT
Director
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PHYLLIS DAVIS
AIMH Executive Director
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, ACCESS AND INCLUSION STATEMENT
As the Amelia Island Museum of History pursues its mission of preserving, protecting, and promoting the unique history of Amelia Island, we also strive to respect, value, and celebrate the broad diversity of the people we serve.
Museums are important vehicles for telling the stories of who we are, where we’ve been, and what we have learned along the way. For the picture to be complete, it is imperative that the diversity of the individuals, events and cultures that make up this island’s history be represented to the fullest and made accessible to all. By seeking out diversity, equality, and inclusion we believe we become a better and stronger institution. To this end, we strive for members, partners, and key stakeholders to join us in reflecting and embracing these same values.