Nice and informative museum about the history of the Florida Keys. They have interactive exhibits,…read moredocumentaries, library, artwork, fish tanks, and much more. Great place to divert from the sun, too! Open Tuesday- Sunday 10am-5pm General Admission = $15.00 55yrs and 0ver Admission = $12.50 Student Ddmission = $6.00 Military = Free Admission.

Looking for things to do on an overcast day in the keys, we found a few museums in the area and…read moredecided to check out the Florida Keys history museum. First thing is that, yes, there's a big sign on the street to enter but, you feel like you're going the wrong direction after you have to navigate through a resort gate and drive-through what appears to be there maintenance area before arriving at the discovery center. The building itself looks newer and is very large and there's plenty of parking. Upon entering, we had no idea what to expect because we couldn't find the cost of admission anywhere so we had to ask and make the determination if we wanted to go. For $15 per adult and six dollars per student we decided why not. The museum itself is set out nicely with the first floor, including a history of the Florida indigenous people, and then the development of the keys. These are lots of computer screens with interactive items but, they need to be locked because we accidentally got to the desktop and saw we went this first with a variety of windows open, various search items and even Roblox and other games open that kids were playing. There is also a small aquarium section with three tanks. Upstairs there is a small art gallery and a theater that plays a rotation of historical movies. We saw one about state parks (1/5) and one about the overseas highway (4/5). So kind of hit and miss there. If you are a history or museum buff or really interested in the keys then this might be worth a stop but, would not recommend for a family with kids as they will get bored easily.

This gallery has a very wide variety of art created by various artists. All price levels are…read morerepresented, as are various mediums, from the practical to the purely fit for display. Well worth a long browse.

My wife and I enjoy collecting moderately priced art from places we visit. It's a nice way to…read moreremember those places. We enjoyed visiting this gallery and getting to know the artist-in-residence - and owner - Carmen Sotolongo Kelley. Carmen is a Cuban-American whose day job is teacher in the local public schools. She has a distinctive style as a painter, which provides testimony of her proud heritage and her environs. Ms. Kelley's use of bold color and emphatic brush tells a wonderful story. We were also impressed with the work of Carmen's daughter. Her fish paintings were stunning. Our painting will be the first thing our guests see as they enter our home. Since my wife and I are educators, too, as are many of our friends, I told Carmen I'll be proud to tell everyone that, "The artist is a teacher."

This is one of the most amazing museums in the country for aviation. There's all kinds of history…read morein that museum to see and be educated on what has happened in the world of aviation. Especially Home built experimental airplanes. I would recommend anyone joining the EAA and going to their Oshkosh airshow every year!

The gentleman Eddie, who greeted us was very personable. I had so many questions and he was very…read morepatient in answering all of them. I had no idea what EAA stood for. It stands for experimental airplane association. I also met a gentleman who was 90+ years old and still flies. This is a very interesting group of people and there's lots of history there.

What a beautiful park! I can't believe I've never visited before…read more The trail is really nice and there are several things to see. The park happened to be decorated for Halloween. Lots of shade to enjoy a walk in nature. The fish pedicure is a perfect place to rest for a while, I loved it. The museum is great with very interesting artifacts and history.

We stopped by Crane Point Nature Center and Museum in Marathon around 3:30 pm in mid-January. It…read morewas a bit late in the day for a full visit, but we still found it interesting. The trails were peaceful and easy to walk with toddlers, and the main lookout point was definitely the highlight. The views alone made the stop worthwhile. The museum had some informative displays about local history and the environment, which was a nice addition even though our kids were more focused on walking the paths. Since we arrived later in the afternoon, we didn't get to explore everything, so I'd recommend visiting earlier in the day if you can. Still, it was a pleasant, low-key outing and a solid stop if you're in the Marathon area.

Well, during the week when we went there wasn't anything going on. Several places were closed and…read morethe others had friendly staff but expensive items. I think we spent half an hour and left. It's likely better on weekends when they have events.

This area of Islamorada is the cutest town center. It's where Islamorada Brewing Co. is located and…read morewhere the monthly artwalk is hosted. The upper keys can often feel like a "drive-through" town, and it's nice to have a central area where people gather and where there are shops and restaurants for people to hang out in. When all the art is out, it reminds me a little bit of Wynwood Walls area in Miami (just on a much smaller scale).

I love glass work, so when I saw this studio, I had to go in and see the pieces…read more When I stepped inside the gallery I saw the artist working on the glass like butter on a hot flame. The detailed glass work has an effortlessly whimsical style yet it carries deep colors. The artist entertains nautical, fantasy, floral and the human figures. An excerpt from the internet says that the Norfolk, Virginia native is devoted to a technique called 'lampworking' and can always be found in front of the torch. Patrons watch him work through the protective barrier in amazement. It is a rare and intimate show created by an artist who cannot imagine doing anything else. The pieces are superb and the gallery is just beautiful to walk through.

Local Keys art as vibrant as your time in paradise! Amazing variety of types and full range of…read moreprice options, there's something for everything whether you're looking for a small gift or a serious art collector. Huge space with plenty to see - and don't forget your photo opps outside with the Marilyn Monroe manatee and the shark jaws you can walk up steps behind to poke your head through. Also offers framing service, and while I was there someone was getting helpful with their art framing needs.

Cute and very complete gift shop in the Rain Barrel Village. The items for sale here are of good…read morequality and the selection is impressive. I loved their beach towels, wine glasses, nautical theme home decor accessories, toy section, clothing and fashion items, etc. The store is welcoming and very colorful. They have a website as well where you can purchase any of their items online. One of the best gift shops that I found in the Keys. Very nice.