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The Amelia Island Museum of History strives to preserve and promote the history and culture of the Amelia Island region, showcasing exhibits within the National Register of Historic Places-listed former Nassau County Jail facility in Fernandina Beach's downtown district. Museum exhibits showcase the island's social and cultural history from its indigenous roots through the present day, educating visitors on the story of the "Isle of Eight Flags." Permanent exhibits include a recreation of a typical Timucuan indigenous village, showcasing the island's pre-Columbian culture dating back as far as 4,000 years ago. The region's Spanish Mission history is also detailed, along with the impact of the railroading industry as overseen by area entrepreneur David Yulee. A recreated jail cell brings the building's past to life, while an interactive children's discovery ship, the Margery, teaches young visitors to pilot their own ship and develop maritime skills such as knot-tying.
233 S 3rd St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, Phone: 904-261-7378
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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