Museums

A.L. Lewis Museum at American Beach

Learn about the unique history of American Beach, founded as a resort for African Americans during the Jim Crow era. The museum (open weekends) highlights significant events and figures, and nearby stands NaNa dune, Florida's tallest, symbolizing preservation efforts.

Amelia Island Museum of History

Explore Florida's first "spoken history" museum, housed in the former county jail. Exhibits cover the island's layered past, from the Timucuan people to Spanish missions, Victorian-era growth, and the modern shrimping industry. Docent-led tours enhance the experience.

Historic American Beach

Beyond the museum, recognize the historical significance of this area, founded by Abraham Lincoln Lewis, as a vital African American beach resort offering refuge and recreation during segregation. Explore its streets and reflect on its legacy.