Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum

About

Story and Craft Time brings together books and hands-on activities focused on local history topics, with kids creating projects that tie into what they've learned. The museum runs programming in a restored 1916 courthouse with exhibits covering 12,000 years of Palm Beach County history. Your kid can explore interactive displays and historical photographs while learning about the area's past. The museum welcomes families with strollers and has an accessible entrance with elevator access, making it easy to navigate with younger children.

The Historical Society of Palm Beach County is the world's leading resource for Palm Beach County history, housing a permanent collection of millions of objects and images that span over 12,000 years of Palm Beach County and Florida history. Join us as

Programs (2)

• Programs & Events

  Class
  Ages 21–17· Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday· Evening· Membership RequiredTrial available

  The Historical Society of Palm Beach County runs a bunch of different programs throughout the year that get kids and adults excited about local history—things like Story and Craft Time for the younger kids, mock trials where they can actually participate, and history talks about cool stuff like old theaters. The museum itself is free to visit during regular hours (Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.), and they've got special evening events happening too, so there's flexibility depending on what works for your family. They offer a membership for just a dollar a year, which honestly is such a steal if you think you'll be visiting more than once or checking out their events. What's really neat is how they make history feel alive instead of just boring—you're not just looking at old stuff behind glass, you're actually doing something with it, whether that's crafting, problem-solving, or exploring exhibits.

• Story and Craft Time

  Workshop
  Ages 3–10· Free

  Kids listen to stories about local history and then make related crafts using simple materials like paper, glue, and crayons. The workshop combines storytelling with hands-on activities to help young kids connect with the area's past in a fun way.