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Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

950 Dunlop Road, Sanibel Island, FL 33957
239-472-4648
4.5 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, History Museums
Description: A delightful village museum that recounts the island's history through photographs, exhibits and live presentations.
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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Milwaukee
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

We visited this attraction on the way out of Sanibel Island. The people who run it are great narrators and know a lot about the Island and want to tell the story. It is very well maintained. The bathrooms are spotless. Very enjoyable museum to visit. A must see if you want to learn more about the history of the... More

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Maryville, Tennessee
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16 reviews 16 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

This museum and assemblage of old local buildings is well worth a visit. The docents are very knowledgeable, and the displays and recordings in the individual buildings are very well done. Visitng here enriches one's understanding of Sanibel/Captiva. More

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Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

Very, very enthusiastic docents. A very worthwhile tour. More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

Got to experience a slice of what life in Sanibel was like in the early 20tg century. Docents there are very nice and know their stuff. They also have pileated woodpeckers - what a sight! More

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Genève
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

Peaceful place to go back in time. Loved it as, besides the long introduction, you can then explore at your own pace. More

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Michigan
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012
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I highly recomend a visit to the museum to get a better understanding of the island history. A hour or two well spent. More

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Columbus Grove, Ohio
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8 reviews 8 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Well worth the time to explore these buildings and see how life was in the early days of the island. I especially like the Bailey Store (If we don't have it, you don't need it) and the quaint Sears Cottage that came to the island in boxes. Wish you could buy one of those today. More

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Springfield, Missouri
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

I had read about Sanibel before my visit and seeing all of the buildings in the historical setting made things come to life for me. The staff was most gracious in helping explain everything. More

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Kansas
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012
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Well, we like history, and this collection of "old Sanibel" buildings and the docents take you back to just how isolated this old community was. We really enjoyed this treasure of the island. More

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Charlotte,nc
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

The museum was conveniently located, was through in its description of the island's history and was staffed by knowledgable volunteers and helpful staff. The museum consisted of restored or recreations of historical "old" Sanibel town buildings and residences. It was an interesting one hour tour and well worth the money. More

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