Museums in Fort Walton Beach

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Museums in Fort Walton Beach

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  • ClarkCreek
    Franklin, TN170 contributions
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    We happened upon this museum when the weather wasn't good enough for beach time and were very impressed and pleasantly surprised by the museum. It was free which was a bonus. I was especially impressed by the exterior displays of aircraft, one of the best displays I've run across. The main museum was also impressive with all the armament related displays although it made me sad to see so many methods of trying to kill people. To best explore the interior you'd need a couple hours. The B-52 was humongous! Totally recommend this museum.
    Written March 4, 2024
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  • Scenic613371
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    If you are interested in Native American history this is the best museum I have ever found. The staff have spent an incredible amount of time writing up details of every era as civilization expanded. It was a tremendous experience. They were spot on not just about the history of Native American's but also about the pros and cons of associating in larger and larger social structures. It really explains how we, as a large "progressive" society, have gotten to the strengths and weaknesses that we currently enjoy/struggle with and is an eye-opening revelation about what we need to change in our own little circles to move away from the modern struggles we face today.

    The pottery collection was fascinating. I didn't realize how close many of their designs were to Asian art drawings. Curious. I am from Tennessee and never realized that our clay (that I curse when I try to plant anything) made Tennessee Native peoples the pottery makers of the US. Much of the pottery on display came from the TN tribes as trade. I think I spend 2-3 hours and bought 5 copies of their fantastic book about native foods and medicine that is the best I have ever found for retaining and sharing this ancient knowledge that is nearly lost. I am an herbalist and all my friends have treasured this book. Makes a wonderful gift for all your holistic medicine or homesteading type friends. Enjoy. It is a small museum but powerful experience if you start at the beginning and go slow as you read and contemplate. How this knowledge can enhance and guide your understanding of culture/society.
    Written October 4, 2023
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  • johnellen@mchsi.com
    Jefferson City, MO735 contributions
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    According to the docent the schoolhouse has been moved three times until it eventually found a home here. The original location is only about 1/4 mile from the present location. The first room has been restored so that it looks just like it did in 1912 with the different size desks, lesson plans on the blackboard, and the teacher's desk. The second room was added in 1927 to house the high school. In that room are different displays pertinent to the period. The addition of a docent made the visit much more interesting.
    Written March 12, 2020
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  • Beth D
    Fruitport, MI199 contributions
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    I only gave it this rating as we just happened upon this park in our way to the airport. They weren't open at the actual museum so we only were able to see the mound and the building on top of it. Really cool history but think it could have been better if they were open. Not their fault but ours.
    Written February 16, 2023
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  • felissaamericana
    11 contributions
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    There was a good mix of activities for young and old. Go on Fridays and only pay $5/person - was grateful for that with our party of 5. I'd recommend, if you're in the area, but if you have to drive quite a bit, you may want to pass.
    Written April 22, 2019
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  • Dennis R
    Carlyle, IL58 contributions
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    This is a short visit into the history of Ft. Walton Beach from the first school house to the first post office. It is located at Indian Mound Temple along with the Post Office and Ft. Walton Beachs' first school house.
    Written December 24, 2018
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