Welcome the Carrabelle History Museum

We opened in April of 2009, and since then, residents of the community have generously shared their pictures, genealogy, memories, household and work items to build our collection. Our first artifact was the medical bag of beloved midwife Tillie Miller, donated by Rita Brown Millender and John Brown. From then Carrabelle History Museum has grown to house thousands of items in its collections. Gratefully, we still receive wonderful local artifacts.

The museum is located in the Old Carrabelle City Hall, built by local mason Marvin Justiss in 1938 during the Depression as a work program to employ locals. The museum has two floors of exhibit rooms and areas to show collections with a large foyer for special displays. We have several exhibits that highlight the Shipwrecks of Dog Island; Carrabelle’s Heroes & Notables; the story of Tate’s Hell Swamp; the Steamship Tarpon, which was key to building our community in the early 1900's; and Carrabelle's "First People", Indigenous people who lived here thousands of years ago.

There is no charge for admission. Donations are warmly welcomed. We are located in the heart of downtown, at 106 SE Ave B, Carrabelle, FL and are open:
Wednesday & Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
(Closed Monday & Tuesday)

CARRABELLE CULTURE CRAWL  |  Saturday, March 22, 2025, 10 am to 3 pm 

This cultural event is a free celebration of amazing local culture, art, music, history, food, and fun in the heart of downtown Carrabelle. The Culture Crawl is a wonderful opportunity to add a bit more fun as you experience the wonderful local culture that Carrabelle has to offer.  

MUSIC
Live music and entertainment will be enjoyed on the streets of Carrabelle, with Florida folk music, classic country, modern songs, and favorite oldies. variety of musicians will be performing outdoors for all to enjoy including Frank Lindamood, Lewis Christie and the Ukulilies.  CHECK BACK ON THIS PAGE TO SEE THE LINEUP ONCE IT'S ANNOUNCED

Interact with the fun, costumed characters from the Fishy Fashion Show wandering the streets. These walking photo ops are a fan-favorite at the Crawl. 

ART
Art will abound at the Crawl featuring local artists and artisans. Visitors can watch as artists paint “plein air” offering a glimpse at the creative process in action. There will be art to view and buy at a variety of shops and galleries including special activities at the Rio Carrabelle Gallery. The always popular public art drawing and coloring activity will be hung in storefront windows as well as sidewalk chalk and other family friendly art activities. Guests can also stroll over to see Carrabelle’s two large, stunning murals.

CLASSIC & CUSTOM CAR CRUISE-IN
Once again this year, a stunning array of classic, vintage, and modern cars will be rolling into the Crawl. Car enthusiasts and spectators alike can look forward to an impressive display of automotive beauty and craftsmanship in Carrabelle’s historic district.

CULTURE
The Crawl will feature diverse demonstrators, celebrating Carrabelle’s rich heritage and local craftsmanship. The Lanark Village Wandering Star Quilters will showcase their artisan skills. Visitors can enjoy demonstrations of cast net throwing, antique upholstering, and others, highlighting traditional skills that connect with the craftsmanship of the past. FSU’s Anthropology Department will bring fascinating artifacts and an interactive hands-on activity, offering a unique glimpse into the past.

HISTORY
Come learn about the culture and local history of the area by visiting the exhibits at the Carrabelle History Museum on Avenue B including the Shipwrecks of Dog Island; Tate’s Hell the Place, Tate’s Hell the Legend; and Native People’s exhibits plus discover the booms and busts of Carrabelle’s past like the by-gone eras when local logging and lumber merchants, steamships, and shrimping vessels lined the deep Carrabelle River.

 

Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors! 
The Carrabelle Culture Crawl wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our incredible sponsors! Your contributions help us celebrate Carrabelle’s vibrant art, music, history, and culture with the community.

A huge thank you to:
🆒 Air Con of Wakulla
🏦 Centennial Bank
⚡ Duke Energy
📊 Inovia Consulting Group
🏥 Weems Memorial Hospital
Plus, funding provided in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Your partnership makes this FREE community event a reality!

 

Volunteers and Sponsors are needed!   

Funding in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

MUSEUM INFORMATION

 

ADDRESS: 106 SE Ave B, Carrabelle, FL 32322
PHONE: (850) 697-2141
EMAIL: carrabellehistorymuseum@gmail.com
Wednesday & Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Visit us in the heart of downtown. The Museum is one block south of US 98. Turn south on Marine Street and left (east) at the first corner, 3rd building on your left.  CHM is within walking distance to the Carrabelle Visitors Center.

 

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Funded in part by Franklin County Tourist Development Council