Welcome to Historic Spanish Point

Come visit 30 beautiful bay-front acres centrally located in Sarasota County, Florida.  GuptillHouse-ML-100dpi5inchLearn about the region’s prehistory in “A Window to the Past,” the only archaeological exhibition in the nation built inside of a shell mound. Your family also will connect to Florida’s inspiring pioneers at Sarasota’s first produce packing house, a charming chapel and pioneer cemetery, and the beautifully preserved Guptill House, built in 1901.

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If plants are your passion, explore Mrs. Palmer’s Jungle Walk and Sunken Garden and the Butterfly Garden, one of the largest on the Gulf Coast.  At Guptill Boat Yard, enjoy maritime tales and traditions.

This “Old Florida” oasis of history is a special place worth preserving for our community and future generations!

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Registration is now open for Historic Spanish Point Summer Adventure Camps!  Our camps will give your children and grandchildren access to invigorating outdoor fun and learning.  Space is limited, so sign up today.SA-wk1-010

The museum’s $65 Family and higher-level Members enjoy   a discount on camp registrations.  Join our Membership today and so you also can enjoy our annual and popular month of May Magic!

 

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Do you have special talents — and a bit of time — that you’d like to share with this irreplaceable community asset? Let’s make a match with our volunteer opportunities.  Please contact Volunteer Coordinator Susie Elsea at 941-966-5214 ext. 285 to learn about the possibilities.