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Museums: Art, Culture, & History

From art to artifacts: a journey through time.

History isn’t just preserved in St. Augustine — it lives in our streets, architecture, and in the very fabric of our city. From pirate legends and Spanish explorers to Gilded Age grandeur and maritime adventures, every museum offers a deeper look into our past. Walk through centuries-old buildings, explore artifacts that tell forgotten stories, and step inside exhibits that bring history to life. Whether you’re fascinated by military strongholds, fine art, or hands-on discoveries, St. Augustine’s museums invite you to experience history in a whole new way.

Find the Perfect Museum for You

Living History Museums

From interactive exhibits, costumed reenactors, and hands-on experiences, our living history museums give you the opportunity to experience history today. These museums explore different eras, from Spanish colonial times to Florida’s pioneer days.

Get tickets to Colonial Quarter​

Specialty Museums

For those looking for something unique, these museums focus on niche topics ranging from medical history to medieval torture. We even have the oldest wax museum in the country! These one-of-a-kind exhibits uncover fascinating and often surprising aspects of the past.

Get tickets to Potter's Wax Museum

Featured Museums

Discover the museums known for their historical significance, immersive exhibits, and unforgettable experiences. Start exploring now and plan your visit today.

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Explore, Learn, & Discover

Discover centuries of history, art, and culture through immersive exhibits and historic sites.

(904) 834-3109

151 Sawgrass Corners Dr.

This tiny museum features vintage, limited edition toys and games.

(386) 446-7630

7900 Old Kings Road

See and experience a Florida farm at this living history museum in Flagler County.

(904) 823-2232

15 Fort Mose Trail

A National Historic Landmark & a precursor site of the National Underground Railroad Network.

We Think You'll Love These Exhibits

Shoes placed on a boardwalk at the beach
Tomorrow
Mar 26

Lenny Foster's "Where We Stand" Exhibit

Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025 - Thursday, Mar. 27, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Photography showcasing the history of St. Augustine's African American population.

Bad Outdoorsman Suit artwork by Katie Hargrave and Meredith Laura Lynn
Tomorrow
Mar 26

Bad Outdoorsmen Exhibit

Mondays - Saturdays, Jan. 20 - Apr. 19, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Challenge your perception of nature, conservation, and outdoor exploration.

Paul Ladnier's "Early Start" will be one of the artworks on display at the St. Augustine Art Association's Fall Members Show.
Tomorrow
Mar 26

Spring Members Art Show

Tuesdays - Sundays, Mar. 7 - 30, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Annual exhibit showcasing local and regional artists.

"Left Behind" an art piece by Juliana Romnes
Friday
Apr 4

Miniature Marvels Art Exhibit

Tuesdays - Sundays, Apr. 4 – 27, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

This juried exhibit features small wonders with big allure.

Art lovers browse the galleries on Aviles Street at the Friday Night Art Walk in St. Augustine, FL
Friday
Apr 4

First Friday Art Walk

First Friday of each month | 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

A monthly celebration of art throughout St. Augustine's galleries.

Antique Cars with their hoods raised at the Classic Car Museum's Monthly Cruise-In.
Saturday
Apr 19

Cruisers Car Club Cruise-IN

Third Saturday of the Month | 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Enjoy classic cars, music, and door prizes each month.

A painter capturing the iconic architecture of St. Augustine during a Plain-Air Paint Out art event
Wednesday
Apr 23

Plein Air Paint Out

Wednesday, Apr. 23 - Sunday, Apr. 27, 2025 | Times and Locations Vary

Watch — or participate in — the artistic magic of the "plein air" painting event.

The Radzinski Garden at the Lightner Museum
Friday
Apr 25

Paint & Picnic

Friday, Apr. 25, 2025 | 12:30 p.m.

Watch plein air artists paint as you picnic in the Radzinski Family Garden.

The Adventures in Plein Air exhibit will showcase work from the St. Augustine Art Association's 6th Annual Plein Air Paint Out.
Saturday
Apr 26

Live Plein Air Painting Demo

Saturday, Apr. 26, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Join Plein Air Judge, Steven Walker, for a live painting demonstration.

The 5th Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out will culminate in an art exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association May 7, 2021.
Sunday
Apr 27

Plein Air Pop-up Exhibit

Sunday, Apr. 27, 2025 | Noon to 6:30 p.m.

Discover stunning works from the 2025 Plein Air Paint Out

The exterior of the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum
Friday
May 2

Finger Mullet Film Festival

Friday, May 2, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Experimental art and short films submitted by artists from all over.

Two yellow butterflies gently hovering over sunlit, golden grasses
Thursday
Jul 17

STAAA: Here & There Art Exhibit

Tuesday - Sunday, May 2 - Jun. 1, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

See the world through the eyes of talented artists.

Painting of a boy reaching for fireflies, courtesy of St. Augustine Art Association
Thursday
Jul 17

STAAA Exhibit: Annual Honors Show

Friday, Jun. 7 - Sunday, Jul. 6, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

See the best of the best at the St. Augustine Art Association Honors Show.

Dig Deeper: Museums & History Articles

Lincolnville residents celebrate Emancipation Day with an annual parade in 1920

Black History Museums

Learn the stories that shaped the Oldest City.

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The deck of the pirate ship at the Pirate and Treasure Museum

A Pirate Paradise

Uncover the swashbuckling past of the nation’s oldest city.

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Mystery & History at Ripley's

Strange, spooky, and unbelievable — explore Ripley’s secrets.

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