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Museum Operating Hours
7 days 10am – 4pm
Ticket Prices & Guided Tours
are available.
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History Fort Lauderdale
offers individual, family, and business memberships. Join us, become a member today!
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Your donation will ensure the
curation, maintenance and
preservation of Fort Lauderdale’s
rich and cultural history.
BRINGING HISTORY TO LIFE FOR OVER 60 YEARS!
WELCOME TO HISTORY
FORT LAUDERDALE
Since 1962, History Fort Lauderdale has brought the stories of our diverse community to life through engaging educational experiences, innovative cultural exhibits, research and preservation of artifacts. We invite you to explore the significant and inspiring people, places and events that shaped our past and continue to influence the future of our vibrant city.
BE A PART OF HISTORY
FORT LAUDERDALE
Consider the importance of what it took to get you where you are today. That is what History Fort Lauderdale is all about. The diverse group of people, the events, the challenges and the successes. Throughout over 100 years of growth, Fort Lauderdale shines as a destination people around the world are eager to reach. Join us, become a member and be part of History Fort Lauderdale today.
“Consider the importance of what it took to get you where you are today..”
EVENTS/NEWS
HISTORY FORT LAUDERDALE PRESENTS “JUSTICE FROM THE SEA TO THE SAWGRASS: A HISTORY OF THE BROWARD COUNTY JUDICIARY” FREE EXHIBIT ON DISPLAY FROM MAY 1 – 30
Learn about the landmark people, places and legal cases that built Broward County in History Fort Lauderdale’s newest exhibition, “Justice from The Sea to The Sawgrass: A History of the Broward County Judiciary.” This free exhibition will be on...
HISTORY FORT LAUDERDALE PRESENTS “A STITCH IN TIME” SUNDAY QUILT SHOWS
Free showcase of textile arts enhances Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s Riverwalk; May 3 show in collaboration with Quilt Guild by the Sea History Fort Lauderdale is bringing back “A Stitch in Time,” a vibrant series of quilt shows in collaboration...
Take PRIDE!” 2026 at Galleria Fort Lauderdale
In honor of PRIDE Month, be part of “Take PRIDE!” 2026 at Galleria Fort Lauderdale, a History Fort Lauderdale benefit cocktail reception and exhibition honoring LGBTQ+ community advocates. The special event, hosted by previous “Take PRIDE!” honoree...
Tours, Education, Artists & More
Schedule Your Group Tour
A guided leisurely stroll through the early days of Fort Lauderdale along the New River. Tours includes admission to the museums.
Education/Field Trips
Plan a field trip to the History Fort Lauderdale and experience our various interactive and educational programs.
Our Vision
The vision of History Fort Lauderdale is for a new 30,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art museum located in Downtown Fort Lauderdale.
Artists-in-Residence
Visit our six Artists-in-Residence studios on the 3rd floor of the New River Inn. Artist guided tours are available every day.
A PERFECT VENUE
New River Inn Museum of History is a beautiful and unique Fort Lauderdale wedding venue nestled in the heart of Riverwalk Park on the New River. If you’re planning a grand and lavish party for 200 or an intimate gathering of 50, the understated elegance of this 1905 hotel is an exquisite sene for creating timeless memories.
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