This place had a bunch of interesting artifacts and I believe it was free. They surprisingly had…read morebig things like horse drawn carriages. You can see everything in 15-30 minutes if you only have a little time, but if you are really interested and read everything, then I bet you could be engaged for hours. When we went they only allowed in a limited number of people at one time. If you have small kids you need to watch them closely so they do not break the artifacts.

What a wonderful museum to learn about the history of Cumberland Island and the surrounding areas!…read morePlenty of displays featuring some great finds and artifacts from the island! You can circle the building in chronological order and get your history on! It's open 1-4pm daily with free admissions- however there is a donation box near the front door. The collection covers the people and timeline of the island, great information about the trails and historic sites on the island. The ranger was happy to answer any questions too! Handicap accessible and there are restrooms open to the public- which is nice since most shops do not have public restrooms. Plenty of parking on the street too.

This is a fantastical, magical place! It's like stepping into a cartoon about a farm. The staff are…read moreso gracious and thoughtful! The animals greet you and escort you on the tour (try to learn all their names!!) As if a fun time on the farm wasn't enough, you also learn so much about animals, the environment, and our connection to all hearts. I was absolutely enchanted from the moment we arrived until the time we reluctantly left. I could have stayed a week listening to their stories. I am blessed for having spent time here.

Really enjoyed the festival. Had been to Amelia Island at least 5 times and finally made it to the…read morefestival. There are very good vendors at this one. Truly a focus on art. A large quantity of non profit food booths that raise money for great causes. Located in a beautiful community with extremely friendly people. Plenty of restrooms and also portapots. Entertainment at the waterfront. Boat cruises. Florida's oldest bar. Mostly paid parking during the 3 day festival. Many nice restaurants located throughout. No charge to go to the festival if you don't need to park.

Oh MY!!! Seriously, I have lived in Jacksonville almost 8 years now and I didn't know about this…read moreevent! Crazy. First- it is chaos, they estimated this year to have 150k visitors for the festival- that's right one hundred, fifty THOUSAND people descending on this little coastal town. They had so many vendors, mostly arts and plenty of food and drinks, not to mention all the great businesses in historic downtown! I went with my mom, we arrived around 10am and it took 30 minutes to find parking. Plenty of local business offered parking for a fee- but it was $10 (a church), $20- most perimeter businesses) & $30 for prime parking right off the main drag. Somehow my refusal to park in a paid lot worked out and we found a vacant street parking spot a few blocks away. AKA- be prepared to walk a lot and also prepared to pay for parking. The the festival- the entire main drag is shut down and every side street for a block both north and south filled to the brim with arts, antiques, garden art and more! They have two festival booths for shopping tshirts and other shrimp inspired merch. Mom ended up buying a pink shrimp festival t-shirt. I LOVED all the various art! Metal, glass, photography, painting, pottery, jewelry- you name it! Mom scored various items from $3 to $50 and I bought copper jewelry from 2 different artists. One from Key Largo- Metal and Fire Designs, I found a gorgeous torch patina cuff bracelet and big, gorgeous earrings. Another woman who lives in Clearwater (originally from Maui) does enamel coated metal jewelry- Uli Kai Designs- she was marvelous! I had a difficult time picking out one pair and ended up buying two! Crabby Patty Pottery was there too, a Fernandina local Potter & so many more. People come from all over too- Georgia, the Carolina's, all over Florida- it's really incredible. Years ago I went to a food festival in Jax and was very disappointed, this event was insanely better and I am adding this to my calendar for next year! Now that I have been, I will be more prepared! Oh & the food!!! Most of the food was on the waterfront, at the end of the main drag- plenty of food tents set up and mom and I had garlic parmesan shrimp from the Shrimp Pie boat. Long line, but moved quickly! I am grateful it was overcast most of the day- it was warm, but tolerable. A Gorgeous day for a festival! I'll have to check the brochure to see if they said how many vendors were there, because it was crazy! Highly recommend, wear comfy shoes, bring a hat, sunscreen and a bag for purchases!

Carole the docent welcomed us enthusiastically and walked us through the highlights of this small…read moremuseum. It is well designed and packed with the factual history of the area and the namesake of the museum, Abraham Lincoln Lewis. The stories are rich and MaVynee Betsch, "The Beach Lady" steals the show. American Beach is a side of our history that needs to be explored--successful black folk who due to segregation and Jim Crowe laws created their own ocean front community in order to have "recreation and relaxation without humiliation." Limited hours: (as of 10/2024) Fridays and Saturdays 10am-2pm and Sundays 1-5pm. No visit to Fernandina Beach, FL is complete with this important history lesson. Well worth the $10 entry fee

Unfortunately the museum posts that they're open for visitors and hav not been since the pandemic…read morestarted. So it was a beautiful but wasted trip to drive down and make this area a big part of my vacation adventure. CALL FIRST since every place that has website doesn't always use it to their/your advantage.

I brought my two kids here for Memorial Day Sunday. There was a good number of families and…read moreeveryone appeared to be having a blast! It is a lively opportunity to share with the kids a piece of my youth and the joy that comes with pinball machines! $10/hour is a reasonable price in this day and age for unlimited play. Come support this local pinball museum!

Really fun rainy day afternoon in Amelia Island. They have about two dozen machines from historic…read more50+ year old machines to new ones. Pricing is all you can play - no quarters needed! Admission is $14/day for adults or $12/day for kids. You can also play for 1 hour for $10 - which is what we did as we got there about an hour before they closed. We felt it was a fair price and a good value. Almost all of the machines were working, which is great (and not the case at some of the places like this I've been.) Both adults and teens had fun. The space is pretty basic. There are a few games in the front room, and about twenty in the back room. There is a bathroom in the far back. We'd go back even if it wasn't raining!

Moonlit Meditation exceeded my expectations! Lovely farm with sweet animals, beautiful outdoor…read moredisplay. We were warmly greeted by offered a cushioned seat around a warm fire, s'mores, crystal glasses with a choice of tea, lemonade, or water. Short walk through the pine forest to another roaring fire and hammocks surrounding our meditation guide and crystal singing bowls. Very relaxing listening to the outdoor sounds of nature, as well as the guided meditation itself. I left feeling very relaxed.

This is a farm that has goats, chickens and a natural setting for people to enjoy?!? The wife has…read morethese evenings, under the stars/full moon, in a pine forest with hammocks for customers. We are lead thru a guided relaxation and then serenaded with crystal, "singing" bowls. Very hippie-dippie, new age type thing. They also have "goat yoga" and yoga on paddle-boards (when warmer). I believe they are trying to use their forested/laked environment to let people enjoy nature for a fee. This was their one year anniversary.

Walking into Blue Door Artist Studio feels like stepping into a little pocket of inspiration tucked…read moreright into Fernandina Beach. The space is bright, welcoming, and full of personality..every corner has something that catches your eye and makes you want to linger. The artists here pour so much heart into their work, and you can feel it the moment you walk through the blue door. I loved how intentionally curated everything was. Nothing felt mass‑produced or generic; it's the kind of studio where you can find pieces that truly tell a story.. If you're visiting Fernandina Beach, this studio is a must‑stop. It's the perfect blend of creativity, charm, and local artistry. It is the kind of place that stays with you long after you leave. Absolutely a 5‑star gem.

The artsy stairs are what drew me in- like a magical pathway up to more wonderment! The jockey…read moreriding a hummingbird painting was whimsical fun, the vibrant colors of paintings in each studio/gallery just enticed you more and the variety of art and artists was a win! I found myself wanting more pottery and hand woven baskets! They have photography, paintings, jewelry, cards, prints, pottery, baskets and more! It's a little reverent for me to walk into someone's studio space- it's a sacred space for creating, I understand this completely and I am always humbled to be in another artists space. I highly recommend you climb the stairs and explore for yourself!

Nice historic house acquired by St. Mary's Historic Society (I think) in 1960 in terrible repair…read more Current condition esp the main floor is in good shape and nicely decorated. Upstairs and the bottom floor kitchen still needs work but worth seeing!

This is a gorgeous house. Entry is free. They ask for a donation but it's not mandatory. I arrived…read morelate... A few minutes after the tour started. The woman giving the tour was very nice and took a minute to catch me up. The large windows surrounding the house allowing for natural light to enter just added to the beauty. The one room had a beautiful piano in it. I love these old homes with the old fashioned furniture. Even if it's a replica it still brings the history alive and allows you to see how people lived back then.