Best History Museum in Orange Park

"Discover the fast-paced, interactive world of science at MOSH. Generate your own electricity, move your body to see how exercise affects long-term health, and visit animals indigenous only to the east coast, without getting your feet wet. As the city’s most visited museum, there’s a place called KidSpace, where children under 5 can stimulate their minds by probing (literally) parts of science and history on a level they can understand."

"Nestled near the northern end of the nearby Anastasia Island is the slender, striped tower of the St. Augustine Lighthouse station. Erected in 1874, it makes for a striking sight with its Maritime Museum offering a fascinating look at the history of the lighthouse, its keepers, and the numerous shipwrecks that occurred along the coast. Rising 165 feet into the air, the black and white striped lighthouse stands out delightfully against its surroundings with epic views on offer from atop its tall tower."

"Go climb 219 steps up the lighthouse and take in the panoramic views of St Augustine. Sunset is a great time to go!. The museum is interesting too!"

"Hosting the world’s largest assortment of genuine artifacts and interactive exhibits related to all things pirate, St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum will appeal to the swashbuckler in anyone. Inside, you can find rare treasures from a real shipwreck, one of the only two remaining Jolly Roger flags in existence, the Book of Pirates, the world’s only pirate chest, and a below-deck experience of Blackbeard’s last battle designed by Disney’s Imagineers. Unlock your inner Captain Jack!"

"A pirate cruises an enormous ship with cannons wearing a bandana which is fluttering in the wind, along with the sails. He looks threatening in his knee length coat, blousy shirt with ruffles at the collar and cuff. His leathery skin is scarred and he has a peg leg and a hook in place of a hand."

"This museum funded by public donations was set up for those who want to take a look into the history of the city. The museum tries to bring out the battles and difficulties the city had to face to become what it is at present. The displays are mostly the symbols of many social evils including racism and slavery that dominated this city once upon a time."

"One of Jacksonville’s premier historical institutions is the Museum of Southern History. Though it’s located in Florida, its subject matter includes everything below the Mason-Dixon line, and it will educate and entertain in equal measure. Exhibits include photos, documents, letters and classical items from the antebellum south."

"This fun guided tour of the oldest general store shows the sometimes awkward predecessors of the modern appliances we use today. Walk across the creaky floors of the building to marvel at the “modern” appliances of the late 1900s — everything from tonics to unicycles to a goat-powered washing machine. The collection features vintage farm equipment, collars and corsets, “health underwear,” a corn sheller and a grain thresher and all sorts of elixirs, including the ever-popular worm syrup, according to Visit St. Augustine."

"Billing itself as a “spatique,” Norma Sherry & Co. provides a deep range of wellness treatments, with a focus on beauty. Looking for show-stopping hair, nails and makeup for a special occasion?"

"Degree Wellness is the perfect place to help you achieve your goals with services that assist in reducing inflammation, recovery, anti-aging, and so much more. We definitely recommend trying out their Cryotherapy Machine. It can fit 4 people inside!"

"The One Ocean Resort & Spa sits on a pristine white sandy beach just north of Jacksonville Beach offering an ideal stay for those who want to enjoy the sun and the sand while being just a short drive from downtown. The service is exceptional and includes unpacking your luggage, shining your shoes and bartenders who remember your drink and start making it before you even sit down. There’s a luxurious spa and host of shops, restaurants and galleries within a block of the property."

"Get away from stress of bustling city life – take your partner for a day at One Ocean Resort & Spa. For couples looking for a luxurious treat, the resort encompasses multiple relaxation and luxury amenities to alleviate fatigue. You and your partner can stay, dine, or grab special services at the spa."

"Snacks | $ | View Location of Kilwins Chocolates & Ice Cream. OUTDOOR DININGTAKEOUT. Kilwin's has been a celebrated part of Northern Michigan since 1947, and has earned a reputation for its quality products and excellent service."

"The oldest public park in the US, the Plaza de la Constitucion has been a center of life in St. Augustine since the 16th century Spanish Period. Now a National Historic Landmark, the Plaza was established by Spanish Royal Ordinances in 1573, which required a plaza for government, church, and public use. Spanish plazas typically began at the waterfront, so it could be seen, and was oriented to the compass points and sized with length equal to 1-1/2 times its width."

"This park was established by Mrs. Abla Balis in memory of her husband Sheffield Balis in 1988 who believed that the best way to honor her husband is by creating a public park for people to enjoy. One can find the park in the middle of The Square at San Marco. Over the years the park has been renovated to include beautiful landscapes, sound systems, and more."

"Walk over from dinner in the San Marco Square to Balis Park and enjoy good company and conversations. Park benches are located around the park. Capture the moment by taking a photo next to the historic San Marco lions."

"The final building on our list of historic churches to see is the St. Photios Orthodox Shrine. The shrine was dedicated to the first colony of Greek people who came to Florida in 1768, ad it exhibits the life of early Greeks in America, along with the the development of the Greek Orthodox Church in America. St. Photios Chapel is magnificent, with Byzantine style religious frescoes of the life of Christ, painted directly on the walls and domes, vibrating with abundant use of 22 karat gold leaf."

"Located just steps from St. Augustine’s city gates, the stunning frescoes and artisanal exhibits at St. Photios commemorate the memories of the first colony of Greek Christians who came to America in 1768. Visitors can get a glimpse into the lives of these early settlers via these brilliant pieces. The shrine is an institution within the American Greek Orthodox order, honoring and documenting the coalescence of the church in early America."