VISIT
Museum Operating Hours
7 days 10am – 4pm
Ticket Prices & Guided Tours
are available.
JOIN
History Fort Lauderdale
offers individual, family, and business memberships. Join us, become a member today!
DONATE
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
Night at the Museum Porch Party
Get ready for a night under the stars at the museum, with food, drinks, and history all around! October 29, 2025 • 5PM - 8PM Welcome to Night at the Museum: Porch Party! Join History Fort Lauderdale for a fun-filled evening. Enjoy a...
History Makers 2026
HONOR THE FLORIDA PANTHERS AT THE 29th ANNUAL HISTORY MAKERS FUNDRAISER ON JANUARY 8 AT WAR MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM History Fort Lauderdale, committed to preserving our collective heritage, promoting historical literacy, and fostering a sense of...
Florida Scribes & Stories: UNEARTHED
More than a book. It's a journey into the past! Tuesday, October 14 • 6PM - 8PM Unearthed is more than a book, it is a journey into the past. The dark history of Broward County in the 1940s. A tough-as-nails sheriff who did things his way. The...
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.
OUR PARTNERS
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JOIN OUR VIP E-BLAST LIST
To purchase admission or RSVP for a tour visit us at:
231 SW 2nd Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
CALL US!
954-463-4431
EMAIL:
info@historyfortlauderdale.org
MUSEUM
OPERATING HOURS
7 Days a Week
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Guided Tours
Docent guided tours –
daily at 1, 2 & 3 pm
Walking tours – available upon special request
FREE admission to individuals and families presenting a SNAP EBT card and a valid form of photo ID.
