Pensacola Museum of History, at the University of West Florida
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The Pensacola Museum of History at the University of West Florida, formerly the T. T. Wentworth Jr. Florida State Museum, is a museum of history located at 330 Jefferson Street in the Plaza Ferdinand VII in Pensacola, Florida. It is part of the Historic Pensacola Village museum complex.
attractions: Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park, Plaza De Luna Memorial Monument, Palafox Market, Seville Square, Veterans Memorial Park Pensacola, Palafox Pier, Pensacola Children's Museum, Admiral Mason Park, Plaza Ferdinand VII, Pensacola Museum of Art, restaurants: Seville Quarter, Jaco's Bayfront Bar & Grille, The Fish House, O'Riley's Irish Pub Downtown, Nick's Boathouse, Ruby Slipper, Graffiti Pizza, Hub Stacey's, Fosko Coffee Barre, Jackson's Steakhouse
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The Pensacola Museum of History at the University of West Florida, formerly the T. T. Wentworth Jr. Florida State Museum, is a museum of history located at 330 Jefferson Street in the Plaza Ferdinand VII in Pensacola, Florida. It is part of the Historic Pensacola Village museum complex.
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I like the design of museum and how inviting it is as you walk up. It’s not cluttered and it’s well organized. There is a nice store to purchase souvenirs and other items. I like that the way the history is displayed and I loved the exhibit on 3rd floor; Black Politicians During Reconstruction. I appreciate this display because it’s a very important part of US history. I also LOVE the Trader Jon’s display. It’s set up as his restaurant. He was a very interesting man and they think he had the most rides with Blue Angels as a civilian. I think he didn’t charge for anything but traded with those in military. And he treated all the same regardless of rank. Seems like a great man! I highly recommended visiting this museum if in the area. Don’t forget that you purchase a $10 ticket at the Museum of Art and can visit all museums. It last 7 days. The ticket on Sunday is half price because only 3 museums are open; Children, Art and History. But only good for that one day! You have to go see what this city had to offer!
Dr. Rosie Ann RileyDr. Rosie Ann Riley
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Do not miss the chance to visit the AMAZING group of museums and guided tours available in Pensacola. The rich and storied history is played out with the 'living villiage', who's hard-working participants answer all your questions and laugh amiably at (what I am sure) are the same jokes and remarks the hear many times a day. We had the pleasure of being on our guide's first ever tour, (feel terrible that we didn't insist on getting her name!) and she transported us with her knowledge and humor to what it was like in the beginnings of Pensacola. All staff was amiable, helpful, and engaging. Fun and educational for all ages, plus the price is hard to beat: $8, per adult for SEVEN DAYS access to almost every museum in town.
Kerry BirchKerry Birch
10
TLDR: Great museum, convenient location, unfortunate 3rd floor exhibit. Detailed interior with many exhibits. There's an incredibly intricate room dedicated to Trader Jon and the legacy he left on the community. The style of the exhibits was very intriguing. There are three floors. The first is focused on the older history of the region from approximately 1500s - WW1. The second floor is focused on recent history from approximately WW1 - present. *TRIGGER WARNING* The third floor is focused on the history of the Ku Klux Klan in the region. The floor is simply labeled as "Special Exhibit" with no indication of the nature of the exhibit. Visitors be advised.
Lance BLance B
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The Pensacola historic district ($10 per person) was a great experience. The ticket is good for all the historical sites. This includes the history museum, art museum, museum of commerce, and the guided tours of the historic houses in the area. History museum was very interesting, had three floors with different exhibits, the third floor being a revolving exhibit. Bathrooms are located on the second floor, an elevator is available.
Jessie J.Jessie J.
30
Melissa guided us through Lavalle House, the old Christ church, the Lear/Rocheblave house, and finished at the Dorr house. She is very knowledgeable of local Pensacola history as well as the houses and their artifacts. The tour lasted about two hours and she didn't miss a beat. She was engaging and an entertaining storyteller which made the tour an enjoyable experience. Thank you!
Robert TassoneRobert Tassone
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Excellent location to visit. History of every generation...all packed into 1 place. The Building alone is absolutely stunning. Beautiful gardens and stunning displays of History. A definite win for people to pass your day inside when the weather outside is too extreme. Lots to see and enjoy. Love ... Love the passion that goes into preserving the History of One's world
Avril van der MerweAvril van der Merwe
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(850) 595-5990
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historicpensacola.org
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