The Artwork of Reuben Hale is an incredible experience! Both locals and tourists will enjoy touring…read morethe house and gardens, and hearing stories from the director, Irma Hale (Reuben's daughter). The museum is impressive on many levels: the incredible art of Reuben Hale, in many media; the stunning architecture of the home and its renovations and additions by the Hale family; and the history of Palm Beach County neighborhoods and art scene in the last half of the 20th century. Do yourself a favor and book a tour at this most precious of gems in Palm Beach County!

It was a Bank of America Museums on Us weekend so I took advantage to visit Titanic the Artifact…read moreExhibition at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium in West Palm Beach. All you have to do is show them your BoA card and picture ID and you can get in for free. The special exhibit is on display until April 14th so you have a few more weekends to check it out. The Titanic exhibit is included in the museums general admission and it is located in the newly expanded exhibit hall. This touring exhibitions is an extension of TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition, which has permanent collections on display in Las Vegas and Orlando. The RMS Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage on April 10, 1912, from Southampton England. It was the most luxurious and technologically advanced ship of its time. On April 14, 1912, at 11:40pm, it struck an iceberg and sank 2 hours and 40 minutes later on April 15th. It is believed at least 1,500 lives were lost. Titanic the Artifact Exhibition uses 81 artifacts recovered from the wreck 2.5 miles below the oceans surface to tell the story of the doomed ship. You can pick up a boarding pass before you enter the exhibit and at the end you can scan it and see if your passenger survived the voyage. Exhibits give you information about the ship but also about the class structure of the time. The third class recreated bunk room stands in stark contrast to the opulent first class state room. You can also see the menus for the third class, second class, and first class. In another exhibit you can touch an iceberg. A White Star Line plate, first class chandelier, and a passengers shoe are some of the items you will see. In the last room I discovered the fate of my passenger British born Emily Alice Brown Goldsmith. Emily was taken by her husband Frank to the boat deck before boarding Collapsible C with her son Frankie. Sadly Frank perished but Emily and her son survived. Emily resettled in Detroit and passed away in 1955 on a train trip to visit Frankie.

The Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum is located in a beautifully restored…read more1916 Historic Museum. This museum tells the story of not just the social and economic development and evolution of Palm Beach County but of Florida's East Coast and regional area. We were greeted and welcomed by Nick and Dianne. Dianne provided us with an in depth, detailed and informative guided tour of the gallery. Dianne explained and shared her vast knowledge and her passion for history which was evident in her storytelling and interpretation of historical information presented. Admission is free.

Housed in a restored 1916 courthouse the Historical Society of Palm Beach houses a permanent…read morecollection of history of Palm Beach. Visiting the museum is free and open from Monday through Saturday 10 to 4. My visit included 'Sunshine Cinema - Florida in film' which is on display until May 30, 2026. There was a $12 charge for this special exhibit. The docent walked us through the exhibit and shared a tremendous amount of background and information, she clearly has a passion for the museum. The museum hosts many History Talks throughout the year as well as permanent and special collections. There is plenty of metered on street parking nearby. The Historical Society of Palm Beach County is a hidden gem.

I sure couldn't tell from the metal garage exterior that this was a Party Place!…read more The interior walls & corners were decked out to the nth degree in 1950s Rock n' Roll memorabilia ~ but what popped my eyes out was the fabulous collection of antique automobiles! Perfectly displayed to show the unique features of each. I was familiar with a few, but most I had just heard about or seen photos of. I spent 2 hours here. Kept hoping they would fire up the popcorn machine & tap the keg. Ty the owner is a laid-back Jimmy Buffet type, one of those "I never 'worked' a day in my life" guys! Ragtops has been on this corner since 1980. His schedule is pretty awesome too:: The Museum is open Wednesday - Saturday. I think that car museums are pretty rare. Winthrop Rockefeller opened one in 1964 @ his estate on Mt. Petit Jean, Morrilton, AR. It has been a popular attraction for more than 50 years. I wish I had a special event on the horizon, I would book it @ Ragtops! One-of-a-kind Party Venue! Don't miss this! It will make you nostalgic to the point you'll be digging out the vinyls! Easy to find:: It's on the corner of S Dixie Hwy. / Hwy. 1 & Claremore Dr., next to Enterprise.

I should have posted this a couple of years ago, but Ragtops did a fine job of selling a…read morehard-to-sell car for me and after bad experiences elsewhere. And yes, it's a fun place to visit!

We had such a fun time at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium in Palm Beach! There was so much to…read moresee and do, and it was a great experience for the whole family. The dinosaur exhibit outside was such a cool experience, especially seeing the different species, including some we had never even heard of before! The life size replicas were really impressive and made the experience even more fun. The shark tooth sandpit was another cool thing and if you find a tooth it's yours to keep!!. The LEGO exhibit was also fantastic. It's amazing to see how much time, creativity, and work goes into creating those incredible sculptures! There was some construction going on during our visit, but there was still tons to explore. Inside, there were lots of cool science exhibits and interactive things to check out. We didn't bring our bathing suits, but there's also a splash pad, which would be perfect for cooling off on a hot Florida day. We'll definitely be back, and we can't wait to see the expansion once it's completed! We're especially hoping to see even more science exhibits added. Definitely a fun place to spend the day and learn something new along the way!

This is one of our favorite museums, and we keep coming back several times a year because there is…read morealways something new to explore. On this visit, we came to see the BRICK PLANET LEGO® brick exhibition (May 17-September 27), and it was absolutely incredible! The displays were stunning, with so many tiny details that both kids and adults could admire for a long time. Funny enough, this visit wasn't even planned. We originally spent the morning at The Breakers, but the children's play area was under renovation, so we had to quickly find something nearby before the rain started. We remembered our favorite museum, and it turned out to be the perfect backup plan. By the time we arrived, a heavy Florida downpour had started. We got a little soaked running inside, but it was completely worth it--we ended up spending almost the entire day there and had a hard time convincing the kids it was finally time to go home! The LEGO exhibition was amazing, and my girls especially loved the interactive building stations where they could create their own designs. After that, they spent a long time exploring the hands-on science exhibits with magnets, liquids, and other fascinating experiments. One of their favorites was building sculptures from colorful flexible rods, and of course they couldn't leave without visiting the Ball Factory, which has recently been updated and is now one of their favorite areas in the museum. There is also a wonderful playroom for younger children, although my older kids still enjoy it every time we visit. Once the rain stopped, we headed outside to explore the museum grounds. They have updated many of the outdoor exhibits since our last visit. Previously there were dinosaur displays, and inside the museum there was a fun detective-themed exhibition with puzzles, secret codes, and interactive challenges. This time we found Ice Age animals, including a giant saber-toothed tiger and a mammoth, along with several other impressive sculptures. Outside you'll also find a splash pad, giant acoustic dishes that let kids talk to each other from surprisingly long distances, food trucks, ice cream vendors, drinking fountains, and plenty of space to explore. The museum is always clean, the staff is friendly, and there is truly something for every age. Whether your kids love science, LEGO, hands-on experiments, or simply discovering new things, this is a fantastic place to spend the day. Highly recommend for families visiting or living in South Florida!

We have driven past the National Polo Museum And Hall Of Fame at the corner of Lyons and Lake Worth…read moreRoad many times. Today we decided to make a stop to learn more about the history of Polo in Wellington Lake Worth area. We had the pleasure of meeting George Dupont, the Executive Director of the museum and Hall of Fame. George was kind enough to spend some time with us and explain the history of polo in the area and the Women and Men who are honored in their Hall of Fame. We took a self guided tour inside and were fascinated. Back to George who once again shared his knowledge of the game, players and even how the horses are transported by land and air. His personable demeanor and love of the sport are evident in his sharing. We also learned that during the season, the matches are free and open to the public. Championship matches require tickets. We hope to return in the near future with my cousin, a retired Thoroughbred Equestrian Veterinarian, to enjoy A visit with George Dupont once again.

Omg! This was one of the most interesting museums we've been to lately -- especially if you like…read morehorses, you like Polo, or you would just like to learn about the game. Located on the north side of Lake Worth Road, the museum is free to visit, but you'll want to give a donation, I'm sure. The hours change at the end of April, so check before coming. The "tour" is self guided, but Michelle was nice enough to explain the way to see the exhibits and the best route to take to navigate the rooms. There are videos et al as well as easy to read signage on all the displays. You learn about the different type of mallets and composition, the history of the game starting with the Persians, and its transfer and development from country to country. The games ,the horses , the players, the winners of the various games and tournaments over the years; the cups and awards; plaques; and art works -- sculptures and paintings depicting players and horses. We were fortunate to have a nice long conversation with George DuPont, the COO and founder of the museum. He told us all about developing a polo pony -- from first purchase through training to getting used to the mallets and being close to other horses and quick turning. How it is almost 5/6 years of investment -- feeding, training, shoeing, etc -- before a horse has their first game participation. Had we not had a prior appointment, we could have talked to him forever. He was so informative and interesting. This year's championship game in Wellington is this Sunday. So there are a lot of horses and players in town. I'm glad we finally got a chance to visit here.

Woke up early and Drove to Du Bois Park from Coral Springs just to experience the Du Bois pioneer…read morehome. We loved the park and had to see the home. It was really a fantastic experience. Docent Donna was waiting on the quaint front porch and warmly greeted us as we climbed up the shell mound staircase. Docent Donna was so knowledgeable and shared her personal experiences that brought the home to life. The decor and personal family heirloom in the home were so impressive and brought so much personal insight to the Du Bois home. We had a wonderful time. Well worth the drive.

This house is open for a very limited time on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 until 1 pm. The tours…read moreare free with the last one taking place at 12:45. I came on a Tuesday morning but the house was locked and there weren't any tours. I tried calling first but couldn't reach anyone. In any case you can see the rooms through the windows. The house was built in 1898 by Harry and Susan DuBois and gives a glimpse into what life was like in Jupiter 100 years ago. The house is on top of a hill which is actually a midden which is a Native America garbage dump. The hill is filled with shells from the seafood the native people ate. Pottery and beads believed to have been brought by Ponce de Leon have been found in the mound. The DuBois's were friends with another Jupiter pioneer family the Carlins and they made their living by fishing, farming, and operating a fishing camp. Some of the DuBois original furniture remain in the house. You can get a stunning view of the Jupiter Inlet from the house. The little shed on the side of the road used to be on land where the DuBois farmed pineapples and it's called the pineapple house. Harry moved it to the park to it's present location and lived in it while he constructed his home. It is believed to be the oldest wooden structure in Palm Beach County. I hope to make it back someday when the house is open. They don't offer tours on the weekend when most people have off. The only one home was a woodpecker determined to poke a very large hole through the front of the house.

Absolutely stunning!!! In my opinion, this is the best gallery in the Palm Beach area, MacKenzie…read moreThorpe is featured exclusively. If you're looking for a piece of fine art, this is the place to go.

Dishonest business practices on the part of the owner, Debra Onessimo. She lied and then mismanaged…read moreour deposit for a piece we were testing in our living room. I also noticed her partner, Bruce Gorman, giving a 5 star rating of the business on google...I'm thinking he may be a little biased.