John Gorrie Museum State Park — Attraction in Apalachicola

Yes, there is only a small section about John Gorrie, but the Florida Park service is full of its own history. The little building is just perfect size to house both exhibits, and I am glad that they included a section dedicated to the history of the state parks in Florida. You can find old uniforms, old brochures, and old photographs of the state parks through the years. Check out the neighboring grassy lots with parks and statues. You can even purchase a book about John...

I gave this five stars because every state park is important. The building is half dedicated to John Gorrie and half to the history of the Florida Park Service. Both are interesting. I was hoping for more technical information on John Gorrie's ice machine and air conditioner. There is an interesting display of his patents and a scaled replica of his ice machine. Perhaps, as interest in this remarkable man grows, the exhibit will expand. If you are in the area, be...

Sun-stricken and sweat-drenched I stumbled into this small nonchalant building to pay homage to a man to whom mankind is forever indebted. I can live without food, live without religion, but never would I be able to live without air conditioning. John Gorrie was a great man and yet this museum does so little for him. On the other hand though, the A/C does work...