Museums

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Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum
The only museum in the Western Hemisphere devoted solely to shells. Rated a "Gem" attraction by AAA.

Barbara Sumwalt Museum
The museum chronicles the history of Useppa Island from 10,000 years ago to the present era.

Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum
Displays on Native Americans; local fishing industry; the history of the lighthouse and the town of Boca Grande; tarpon fishing; and the geology, flora and fauna of the Charlotte Harbor estuary

Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
A 105-acre natural oasis, including boardwalks through pine flatwoods and cypress wetlands. Live animal exhibits and Audubon aviary. See the stars at the planetarium.

Imaginarium Hands on Museum & Aquarium
Hours of fun for the whole family with over 60 interactive displays plus live exibits.