Well done art and exhibits. Plus something for everyone with the kids area, animals, and different…read moreactivities.

This is a wonderful place to go for free!! My 3 children loved this place. And so did I. Plenty…read moreplace to walk and look around . It's worth your time to stop by here to look .

Lived it. Exactly what we expected and we didn't expect too much. The visuals were worth the walk…read more Some animals are naturally shy. Staff was five stars. Great value.

it is horrible they scammed me and i got attack and i wanna sue them. everything is dust and crusty…read moredo not go here.

This place is truly at the heart of what the forgotten coast is all about. This little place here…read moreon our gorgeous, forgotten coast is dedicated to so many invaluable missions when it comes to taking care of and preserving land as well as the creatures that dwell here whether they be on the land, in the sea or most comfortable in the air. It's very clear that everybody working here has such a heart and a passion for the reptiles, marine life, animals, birds, that they help in represent here in the community. This annual fundraiser for Gulf Specimen Marine Lab is such a fun way for all of us to try to drum up awareness & support for the mission here while getting to have a wonderful time playing dress up & bidding on really cool things at the silent auction. This year alone in our area they helped take care of hundreds of stunned sea turtles when the weather got well below what it typically is persistently for this area and that mission alone is more than worth heading over for a visit getting to learn about the wildlife in this area and supporting their endeavors! Not to mention the fact that there are so many, very interactive ways for both adults and kids to be entertained here while learning about our local wildlife & conservation!

So cool! They had so many animals to touch and see. Great for my kids age 10 and 13 years old as…read morewell.

Closed For Renovations Until Late 2026…read more Since Yelp requires at least 85 characters...blah, blah, blah, blah. Please don't show up and then bless them out in a 1 star review because you discover they are closed. They don't control this page on Yelp. Yelp does. I notified Yelp of the temporary closure and so far they've done nothing.

Great place! Friendly staff. Free parking. Nice cool A/C…read more You can donate and they have suggested donation numbers, but you're not forced to. It's actually bigger than I thought, so lots to explore. I was there during the alligator exhibit which was very neat. There was a life-size alligator in there and that was how I learned how big alligators really are! The gift shop sold gator sticks so I thought that was interesting

Attended a showing of a documentary involving a local hero - Purple Heart recipient Colonel…read moreWashington Sanchez, Jr. Great turnout of folks, good conversations, well-done piece of work. The IMAX staff was wonderful; very accommodating. It has been quite a number of years since I last visited the IMAX Theater to catch a show. I didn't remember how cramped the seating was :o), though the seats themselves are comfortable. Once seated, best to stay seated until the show is over; otherwise, it will be quite a task to get out, especially if one is seated in the middle of the row and the row is completely filled. All in all though, aside from the tiny inconvenience regarding the lack of space between seat rows, I think everyone pretty much enjoyed the show and the setting. Note, the documentary is on Youtube as well! I also want to give a "shout out" to Mission BBQ for providing a complimentary meal for those attending the documentary. The food was delicious; the meal consisted of: coleslaw, baked beans with brisket, mac and cheese, sausage, pulled pork, brisket, cornbread, buns - along with tea (sweet and non-sweet), lemonade, and water! Thanks so much Mission BBQ!

Mid-sized IMAX screen, sufficient and comfortable seating, smallish concession stand…read more All in all, just the right size for our population. I've never been to a sold-out event here and, frankly, I often forget this is an option. That said, it's the best screen in the county - and if you're really looking for the larger-than-life experience, this screen yields a beautiful IMAX experience. It's no Warren Theaters IMAX - but then again - there's only one of those (in Wichita, not in NYC!).

Lighthouses are fun. as a big marker to help navigation in the days before GPS, there's history…read morehere. And there is engineering to help the lighthouse survive the severe weather that happens often on the coastline. I arrived during hours when the lighthouse shop was closed but there's still some stuff to see outside. It's a nice park setting with parking, some picnic shelters and even a playground. The Crooked River Light was built in 1895 and replaced three separate lighthouses on Dog Island that were destroyed by storms. The lighthouse was painted in its current color scheme in 1901, the lower half white and the upper half red with a black lantern room. This lighthouse is currently active with an acrylic glass at the top that is a replica of the original Fresnel lens. I have recently taken to collecting lighthouses along my travels, keeping them in a Yelp collection at https://www.yelp.com/collection/GLWJhPZloUBCLUFSYgLw4g. This is worth a stop as you drive the Forgotten Coast. [Review 14668 overall, 168 of 2021, number 1234 in Florida.]

Crooked River Lighthouse is one of two remaining lighthouses in Franklin County, FL. It has a 4th…read moreorder Fresnel lens that still shines nightly. A replica of the lighthouse keeper's house serves as a museum and gift shop. There's also a small playground, picnic area and you can find the trail head of the Carabelle Beach bike trail here. You can climb the 128 steep steps to the top for a stunning view of the coast and surrounding forest. Tower climbs are $5 per person, and are usually available Wednesday through Saturday. If you enjoy lighthouses, this is well worth a look!

Shame they are closed...hope they re-open !!I It was…read moreinteresting place. Seems like they had a lot of damage !

These folks were great. Our well behaved dog was welcome and was also invited to take any of the…read moreboat trips if we so chose. The museum was interesting and one could speak with the folks and instructor working on the kayak building project which was of great interest to my boat building spouse. No admission fee but donations appreciated.

One of the best areas in Tallahassee right here! Cascades Park is a beautiful and sprawling park &…read moreleisure area close to downtown that's perfect for a walk, run, family outing or other activities in the fresh air. There are walking paths that loop around and through and must go for several miles. They have a small amphitheater in the middle where I'm sure there are performances and concerts here and there. A big splash pad is on one side, and I know the kiddos love that especially on a warmer day. They have a big playground on the other side, and there are some bathrooms as well just in case. Intertwined are some pond/ creek areas that add to the beauty of this park. It's a super lovely walk around, and my favorite part are the pillars towards one end that tell the history of Tallahassee- racial tensions, civil war and repair and more. It brings more light onto the capitol city and its roots.

Cool park to check out with a historic replica cabin for 1824 1st Capital . A bit of Tallahassee…read morehistory .There is no known record of exactly were the Florida capital was so it was put in this park so Tallahassee locals and visitors could enjoy a bit of history. It took almost a year to build. Today they had a South Tally Festival with a local band and exhibits. Worth a look.