This post is long overdue but I had a wonderful time when I visited the Morikami Museum & Garden…read more The museum is small but well curated and organized. There is a snack cafe on the way out to the gardens where you can purchase drinks & light food items. There is also a museum store and a theater inside the museum. I do recommend that you visit the museum as early as possible to have the best experience with fewer people and cooler temperatures. However, the real showstopper here is Roji-en (Garden of the Drips of Dew) - the 16 acre Japanese garden with over a mile of accessible walking paths to explore and enjoy. The original museum building (the Yamato-kan) measures approximately 2,000 square feet and is set inside the garden. There is a huge pond in the garden as well, and plenty of nooks and crannies to discover/ When driving into the museum grounds, you experience part of the 200-acre Morikami Park, which includes pine forests, nature trails, and picnic spaces. You can definitely continue to enjoy your day surrounded by nature in the park once you've toured the museum & garden. Open: Tuesday -Sunday 10am-5pm Adult entry: $18 Plenty of parking in the large parking lot Arigato!

I can't even tell you how lovely this place is! 25 nature destinations walked in a loop that goes a…read moremile long, with bridges, waterfalls, bamboo parks, pagoda-styled buildings. Big bright green iguanas prancing around the property. It is a wonderful day trip, you can have lunch at the cafe on the outdoor patio and enjoy a variety of Asian dishes, boba tea, and other cold treats. There is a short movie that tells visitors about the inspiring life of George Morikami, the man who created this place and dedicated hundreds of acres back to Florida. There was an exhibition on Japanese Bridal Kimonos, Japan's efforts in American wars, and a model 16th century tea house with a very informative diagram explaining the traditions and build out. The gift shop had so many cool things bookmarks, Japanese candy, art, keep sakes, clothes, and so much more. Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens is unforgettable.

Had a great experience for my first trip to The Wick…read more Comfortable seats, food and drink (Everything allowed in to the theatre, no less!), and even though the prices are crazy high, the audience didn't exude the same entitled attitude that you frequently find in Palm Beach. Stage, sound, lighting, everything was good, except the caliber of performances and that was stellar!

They have great shows for a reasonable price. Worth the drive to Boca if you don't live here.read more

The Cornell Art Museum is located at Old School Square off Atlantic Ave. in downtown Delray Beach…read more They ask for a $5 donation. There were 2 floors of beautiful crafts & art. The large gift shop had a lot to choose from at different prices. We came for the Wine Down event happening right in front of the Delray Affair in April. Wine, beer & soft drinks were available for purchase & I got to unwind & explore the exhibits. The WineDown will be open Friday & Saturday from 12-6 PM and Sunday from 12-5 PM. Proceeds benefit the Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce & the Cornell Museum.

I have wanted to come here for ages, but the timing never seemed right. We were in Delray too…read moreearly or too late or on the wrong day. Last week, everything came together and we were finally able to stop by the museum after a nearby lunch. The museum is located on the corner of Atlantic Avenue and Swinton. We've passed by many time going east on the avenue. There is metered parking on the side streets. The museum is in the hundred year old plus Delray School House. We entered and were greeted by the docent/volunteer. She told us a little about the building's history and which classrooms were originally located where before the remodeling was done. She also told us that they have no permanent exhibits, and that all the art work in the building was for sale. If you were interested in buying something, you should inquire about the price of the piece in the museum store. The first floor was occupied with works by the American artist, Dorothy Gillespie. Although she was a painter, she also worked in many different media. She was well known for her creative, colorful metal works of art. One quote compares her level of metal craft and skill as equal to Chihuly and his glassworks. On the second floor -- yes, there is a big staircase, but we took the elevator from inside the gift shop/store -- are works by Chilean-born Gustavo Novoa. Approximately 30 paintings show colorful, luxurious jungle scenes with animals. The volunteer said his art reminded her of the lushness of Gauguin's paintings. On second floor, there is also an exhibit of mosaics from a Mexican school. They are portraits of famous people -- actors, singers, etc. You will recognize most of them. The tiny pieces are put together in intricate patterns to form the faces. In some of them, they incorporate other materials -- like a piece of jewelry as a broach, leather as clothing, etc. They are fascinating to view up close first and then step back to see the overall portrait. The exhibits rotate periodically. The museum entrance is free, but there is a suggested donation of $5 per person which we happily paid. I'm glad we finally got a chance to visit.

What a cool sports memorabilia collection at Florida Atlantic University. Its a free museum with a…read moreton of autographed sports equipment. Every item has a label so no need to guess what anything is. Just about every sport is represented in some way: boxing, basketball, baseball, football, golf and US Presidents among many other celebrity autographs. Not sure its really a museum, but definitely a collection of some amazing autographs and sports equipment. Parking is free in the garage and then just walk over to the entrance. Once inside make a quick left to the museum entrance. The rest of the facility is for FAU sports, which is interesting too.

This is one of the most impressive sites for sports/baseball memorabilia one can visit. And, it's…read morefree!!! What a superb collection. A must see if you follow baseball. The collection encompasses a variety of sports. In addition, prominent athletes and historical figures are featured. Finally, if you ever followed the KC Royals you must pay a visit. Thank you Mr. Fogelman. You're a true mensch!

My family and I had a really nice time here! We took our (3) year old on a weekday afternoon and we…read morespent about an hour and a half walking around, enjoying private guided tours and reading all about the museum and its history. This a nice little spot to take your little marine life loving toddler!

The Boca Raton Children's Museum is located in one of the oldest homes in Boca Raton, (1913)…read moreSinging Pines. The home was originally owned by Boca Raton pioneers Mamie Myrick and her daughter, Aldah Myrick who had one of the first automobiles in Boca Raton. In 1917 the house was sold to its next owners Nellie and George Race. Their daughter Race Williams named the house Singing Pines because of the sound the wind made when going through the pine trees on the property. Race entered a nursing home and passed away in 1979. The house was moved to Memorial Park in 1976 and the name Singing Pines was changed to Children's Museum when it opened with it's first exhibit Pioneer Kitchen. The museum is very small but wonderful for toddlers and the preschool set. Admission is $5. The different play stations are Ricketts Corner Store which gives children the opportunity to play store in a recreation of Boca Raton's first grocery. KidsCents Bank Sponsored by First Southern Bank has bank teller windows and a vault so kids can practice their money skills. Oscar's Post Office gives children the opportunity to make postcards for a friend. Dr. Dig's Back-Porch has fossils and a puzzle. The Children of the Wilderness demonstrates the pioneer history of Singing Pines.There is also a pirate ship and fort outdoor exhibit and water tables for water play which are sponsored by FPL. This little museum is filled with old fashioned charm. What a wonderful place to get kids to put down the tablets and just play and interact. I love how this historic home has been transformed into a place of play and learning for children. I think that the civic leaders and pioneer women who occupied the home would be happy that it is continuing in this way. I had a lot of great times in this museum with my daughter who is grown now. I especially loved coming for the Halloween party. I was glad to see that they are not only going strong but expanding and increasing their programs for the public.

Found this hidden little gem in Ft Lauderdale. This is a wonderful Christian based children museum…read moreshowing and supporting through scripture and science based evidence that God is our creator. They offer field trips and workshops that encourage our children of God and His creation. The staff is friendly and super nice. Great place for the family.

Wonderful experience for children and adults! Hands on fun in a creative learning atmosphere…read more Staff is friendly and helpful but do not get in the way of a great adventure into the world of dinosaurs and early man.

If you are a bird and butterfly lover this is a place you need to make a pilgrimage to. Beautiful,…read moretrees, plants, flowers, an open aviary with birds and butterflies free to fly everywhere. A bridge and waterfall are integrated into the property to make this place as whimsy and as tropical as a fantasy island. The lorikeets have their own house, where you can feed them honey nectar and they will land on you. Really cool experience! There is a cafe for lunch, plants for sale, and a lovely hallmark-type giftshop that has any and everything related to butterflies.

This is a great place to spend a few hours!! The butterflies, birds, and gardens are…read moreso,well,taken care of! So much education about butterflies , the aviary section was so neat! The larakeet feeding was very cool The indoor spider exhibit was fascinating! My 16 month old granddaughter was in awe over the butterflies, birds and just really was enjoying walking around! I look forward to returning to see more through her eyes and to allow her to experience it when she is a bit older!! They also have a wide variety of plants (some available at their garden center!). The people we encountered there from the grounds, to the exhibit to,the gift shop were all helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Great place to visit! Don't miss this if you're visiting Pompano / Ft. Lauderdale!