mer Museum overlooks 2.5 acres of historic gardens and is situated
on the banks of the St. Johns River. The Cummer Museum
is the perfect blend of art, gardens, and education that inspires
imagination and excitement for all ages, with a fantastic lineup
of exhibitions and programs for the entire family. Home to more
than 5,000 works of art, spanning from 2100 B.C. through the
21st century, the thought-provoking exhibitions, a breathtaking
sculpture garden, and several special collections enhance the
Museum’s artistic offerings. Immerse yourself in living art in
the Cummer Gardens. These historic riverfront gardens bear
the mark of notable landscape designers and horticulturists, including
Ossian Cole Simonds, Ellen Biddle Shipman, Thomas
Avenue, Jacksonville. For more information, hours of operation
and ticket prices visit cummermuseum.org.
Kayak Amelia is a guided eco-tour company offering kayak
adventures perfect for families. Family-friendly excursions are
light on the paddling and heavy on the exploring. On the Shell
Hunter and Island Hopper tours discover what the tide leaves
behind on sand bars - sharks teeth, shells, crabs and more. Or
head out to sea on the Dutton Island Dolphin Adventure. You’ll
not only catch glimpses of dolphin, but also Florida’s
birds and occasionally a manatee. For more informa-
Little Talbot Island State Park
miles of beautiful, white sandy beaches, one of the
few remaining undeveloped barrier islands in northeast
Florida, maritime forests, desert-like dunes and
undisturbed salt marshes and a wealth of wildlife for
viewing, including river otters, marsh rabbits, bobcats
and a variety of native and migratory birds. This is a
perfect place for hours of nature study and relaxation.
The Surrounding surf and tidal streams present excel-
mullet and sheepshead. Other popular park activities
picnicking. Beachside picnic pavilions are available for
use by park visitors and can be reserved in advance
for a fee. A campground is located along the eastern
salt marshes of Myrtle Creek. Kayak rentals and guid-
Big Talbot Island State Park is primarily a natural
preserve providing a premier location for nature study,
bird-watching and photography. Explore the diverse island
habitats by hiking Blackrock Trail to the shoreline,
Big Pine Trail to the marsh or Old Kings Highway and
Jones Cut through the maritime forest. Launch a boat
marsh or rent a kayak and take a guided paddle tour with Kayak
one of the pavilions overlooking the water or take a quick stroll
down the trail to Boneyard Beach. The unique beach is famous
for the salt-washed skeletons of live oak and cedar trees that
once grew near the shore. Bring a bicycle, in-line skates or a
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an Trail that runs parallel to A1A. Stop along the way to read
about the park’s natural and cultural resources at the interpretive
panels.
Jacksonville’s Museum of Science and History makes
science, history, and innovation accessible for all! Whatever
your age or interest, there’s always something to see and explore
across three levels of exciting exhibits. From interactive,
award-winning favorites like Currents of Time and Atlantic Tails
to the Florida Naturalist’s Center, which houses animals that are
native to Northeast Florida, there is something for all ages to
discover. Indulge your imagination with a science or live animal
show, or explore distant galaxies in one of our planetarium programs.
When visiting Northeast Florida’s only science and history
museum, there is no limit to what you can discover! 1025
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