Collier Museum at Government Center

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3331 Tamiami Trl E

Naples, FL 34112

+1 (239) 252-8476

http://www.colliermuseums.com

Nestled on five acres of native Florida landscaping, our flagship museum at the County Government center in Naples offers newly created exhibits and galleries that capture the full panorama of local history. Pack a picnic and linger a while in the museum's shady backyard. Then do a little exploring on your own in our native gardens, restored Naples cottages, the archaeology lab, Seminole village or Calusa Indian camp. Enlarged twice, the museum's main gallery offers over 10,000 square feet of new displays, plus a traveling exhibit room, lecture hall, and gift shop.

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4.013 reviews

Ariel W.

2/13/2021

This is one of five free museums in Collier County. How good could a free museum be you might wonder. Depending on your love of history, it turns out extremely nice. This museum was established in...

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PJ C.

2/11/2023

This small and FREE museum is definitely worth a detour if you want to learn about the local history. They have crammed a lot of history into a small space. It is dense with information from the...

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Mirko P.

1/6/2020

Not a big museum, not a glamorous building, but a very informative and interesting one. It's a free entrance. There are, I believe, four more provided by Collier County. Based on the experience...

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Rob S.

6/21/2022

Collier was a pioneer for his time and saw Florida as the perfect place to start business. He created the 1 st railroad in Florida and was able to hire people to build the track through swamp,...

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George T.

11/21/2011

I came here to learn more about Collier county and the history is full of rich tradition. I was under the impression it was free every day and that the donations made were to keep the local cats...

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Collier County Museum

The Collier Museum at Government Center, nestled on five acres of native Florida landscaping, features a diverse array of exhibits and galleries that illustrate the rich history of the area. Visitors can engage with the past, from prehistoric mastodons and the Calusa Indian civilization to the pioneering settlers who shaped Collier County's unique heritage. In addition to showcasing the lives of early settlers, the museum highlights the adventures of colorful local figures such as cattlemen and trailblazers. The museum's grounds also invite exploration with native gardens, historical artifacts like the Deuce steam engine, and reconstructed historical structures, offering a comprehensive view of Southwest Florida's intriguing past. Generated from the website

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Collier County Museum

The Collier County Museum Division is dedicated to engaging both residents and visitors in the rich heritage and cultural development of the community through a variety of exhibits and educational programs. With five locations, including the Collier Museum at Government Center and the Marco Island Historical Museum, the museums provide an array of resources to explore the area's unique history. Generated from the website

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The Collier County Museum Division in Naples, FL, is dedicated to engaging residents and visitors in the appreciation and understanding of the region's unique heritage and cultural development through a variety of exhibits and educational programs. With five distinct locations, including the Collier Museum at Government Center and the Marco Island Historical Museum, the division offers diverse experiences that cater to all ages. Volunteers play a vital role in enhancing the quality of visits to the museums, contributing creativity and support for programs and special activities. The museums also maintain an extensive online archive of historical images and offer unique venue rentals for events such as weddings and business gatherings. Generated from the website