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Mississippi River Museum
Mississippi River Museum The Museum & Aquarium’s vision is to become the world’s leader in interpreting and protecting the life, history, and culture of our rivers, to create a more global, knowledgeable and engaged citizen. – Mississippi River Museum Welcome to the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, a Smithsonian Institute affiliate institution located in…
Mud Island River Park
Mud Island River Park Welcome to Mud Island River Park! This fun downtown public park opened in 1982 on the south end of the Mud Island peninsula. To the west, it is bordered by the Mississippi River and to the east, Wolf River Harbor. It is easily accessible by the Skybridge. The centerpiece of this…
Center for Southern Folklore
Center for Southern Folklore “Celebrating the arts, music, and heritage of the South from the cultural crossroads of Memphis” – Center for Southern Folklore Welcome to the Center for Southern Folklore, the non-profit organization celebrating the people, music, and traditions of the region. This cultural complex holds multimedia archives that document the culture of the…
Overton Park
Overton Park Welcome to Overton Park, Memphis’ huge public park that includes a 9-hole golf course, a zoo, 2 playgrounds, an art museum, and a 126-acre forest. Trust us, there is no way your group is going to get bored here at Overton!! Taking up a total of 342 acres, this public park was first…
Explore the Heroes of the Fire Museum of Memphis
🚒 Step Into a World of Firefighting Get ready for an exciting journey into the world of firefighters! The Fire Museum of Memphis is a fun and educational attraction where students can learn about bravery, teamwork, and the history of fire safety. First, you will step inside the museum and discover the stories of the…
Metal Museum
Metal Museum With 3.2 acres of land, rotating exhibitions, a permanent collection, sculpture gardens and a smithy and foundry the Metal Museum is one of the most unique things to do in Memphis. – Metal Museum Welcome to the Metal Museum, or as it was once known, the National Ornamental Metal Museum. This museum is…
A Field Trip to the Oldest City in America
When you think of the oldest city in the US you may think of Plymouth or Jamestown, but you need to look much further south for the true answer; St. Augustine, Florida! In 1513, Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon discovered what is now Florida on his search ‘Fountain of Youth’. He landed at St….
Bridge of Lions
Bridge of Lions The Bridge of Lions is much more than just a bridge, it is an icon of historic St. Augustine. This bridge connects downtown St. Augustine to Anastasia Island across Matanzas Bay and has been doing so since 1927. Also known as an integral part of State Road A1A, the Bridge of Lions…
González–Alvarez House – Oldest House
González–Alvarez House – Oldest House Welcome to the Gonzalez-Alvarez House, aka The Oldest House. This home-turned-museum is the oldest surviving Spanish colonial dwelling in St. Augustine, as well as in the nation (St. Augustine is the oldest city in the nation). It has construction history dating back to around 1723, though the site has been…
Whetstone Chocolates Store and Tasting Tour
Whetstone Chocolates Store and Tasting Tour This tour is for the chocoholic with a discriminating palate searching for the subtleties that define artisan chocolates. A decadently delicious experience! – Whetstone Chocolates Welcome to Whetstone Chocolates, a long-standing St. Augustine chocolate standby experience! This factory store offers daily tasting tours and has been in business since…
Black Raven Pirate Ship
Black Raven Pirate Ship Take your crew on a pirate-themed boat ride during your St. Augustine adventure aboard the Black Raven Pirate Ship! This fun treasure hunt adventure aboard The Mighty Pirate Ship Black Raven is an exhilarating and unique living history and entertainment experience all in one. Your adventure starts with Blackbeard stealing the…
Old Jail
Old Jail One of the many ‘historic must-sees’ in St. Augustine is the Old Jail, otherwise known as the St. Johns County Jail. The Old Jail Museum offers exhibits and educational tours of old cells and enlightens guests on what life was like for prisoners in this facility. This jail served as the home to…
