Calendar of Events


Museum of Florida History
And the Galleries at the R.A. Gray Building

500 South Bronough Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
850.245.6400  850.245.6433 fax
Knott House Museum
A Museum of FL History Site
301 East Park Avenue
Tallahassee, FL 32301
850.922.2459

Exhibits and Programs

Special Tours
  • Museum of Florida History Highlights Tours - These are guided tours offered Monday through Saturday 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:30 p.m. The tour is approximately 20 minutes long and offers visitors a time to travel from prehistoric Florida to the present. For more information, contact 850-245-6400. Museum of Florida History, free.
  • The Knott House Museum Tour - Although, its history can be traced as far back as the Civil War when the Emancipation Proclamation was announced, the historic house is now restored to its early 20th-century appearance when the house was occupied by politician William Knott and his wife, Luella. Mrs. Knott composed verses about many of the items in her home and hosted social gatherings. For information about tours and special events, call 922-2459. Tours offered Wednesday-Friday, on the hour at 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 p.m.; Saturday tours start at 10:00 a.m. and last tour starts at 3:00 p.m., free.
Ongoing
  • First Friday Gallery Hop - The Museum of Florida History and the Heritage Gallery have extended hours the first Friday of each month (except for May) as part of COCA's First Friday Gallery Hop. The History Shop is also open. Hours are 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.   Museum of Florida History, free.
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - The second Saturday of each month from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon, the Museum hosts programs for families. Hands-on activities highlight a different theme each month.   Museum of Florida History, free.
  • 3rd Thursday at the Museum - The Museum has extended hours the third Thursday of each month until 8:00 p.m. Special tours, programs, and food are included in the evening's activities. A local restaurant caters the food for $10 per person for members and $15 per person for nonmembers. Each month highlights a different theme. The History Shop is also open until 8:00 p.m.  Museum of Florida History, free.
  • The Florida Highwaymen - Eight paintings from the Museum's collection of original Highwaymen work are on exhibit in the Museum. Two additional Highwaymen paintings are located in a separate gallery also in the Museum. These artists got their start in the Fort Pierce area in the 1950s, and sold their art along the highway in the 1960s-1970s. The Museums of Florida History Foundation, Inc. has donated several of these paintings to the Museum collection. The Dixie Folk Art Gallery donated the Museum's first Highwaymen painting in 1999.   Museum Main Gallery, free.
September 05, 2008 - January 31, 2009
  • I Want Your Vote - The new Curator's Choice exhibit in the Museum highlights presidential campaigns with political buttons, bumper stickers, and signs. Museum Main Gallery, free.
November 21, 2008 - March 01, 2009
  • Florida's Got the Blues - Many notable blues artists had roots in Florida and they are featured in the exhibit which also includes artifacts, memorabilia, photos, records, and more. Museum Main Gallery, free.
December 12, 2008 - June 14, 2009
  • Florida: A Journey Through its Colorful Past - A new exhibit in the Heritage Gallery, first floor of R. A. Gray Building. Heritage Gallery, free.
January 10, 2009
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - Every second Saturday the Museum hosts hands-on history for all members of the family. Each month has a different theme. Times are 11:00 am to Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
January 15, 2009
  • 3rd Thursday - The Museum has extended hours each third Thursday for programs that include tours, music, lectures or films, and food catered by a local restaurant for a fee. The History Shop is open. Times are 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.
January 27, 2009
  • Brown Bag Lunch Series - A "Behind the Scenes" look into the collecting and cleaning of artifacts. The program include a tour of the conservation lab with James Levy. Lunch may be pre-ordered from Fat Sandwich cafe at 425.8303. Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
January 31, 2009
  • Children's Day - The Museum hosts this program annually which includes exhibits,crafts, music, dance, theatre, storytelling, and more. There is a small fee for some crafts. Times are 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.
February 14, 2009
  • Romantic Readings - The Knott House hosts this program on Valentine's Day each year with poetry readings, music, tours, and refreshments. The historic house provides a romantic backdrop for this occasion. Hours are 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. 850.922.2459. Knott House Museum, fee.
February 14, 2009
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - This month present a program of "Blues" hands-on history. It will focus on basic blues scale and harmonic structure. An artist will teach the basics. Participants must have a harmonica. 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
February 19, 2009
  • 3rd Thursday - Black History and the Blues are the focus for this month's program which features a film about noted "blues" artists in Florida. Charles Atkins entertains with the sounds of the "blues." Fat Sandwich caters the food for $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. The History Shop is open. 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.
March 13 - August 09, 2009
  • Florida Cattle Ranching: Five Centuries of Tradition - This traveling exhibit explores the long history of cattle ranching in Florida and how it has changed through the years. Museum Main Gallery, free.
March 14, 2009
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - The Museum hosts programs for the whole family every second Saturday. Different themes and activities are planned each month. 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
March 19, 2009
  • 3rd Thursday - The program includes a presentation on archaeology. A local band entertains and Fat Sandwich caters the food for $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. The History Shop is open. 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.
April 11, 2009
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - Hands-on history programs for the whole family. 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
April 16, 2009
  • 3rd Thursday - The program will highlight the new exhibit, "Florida Cattle Ranching: Five Centuries of Tradition." Food catered by Fat Sandwich for $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Live music. The History Shop is open. 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.
May 07 - 09, 2009
  • Florida History Fair - This year's topic is "The Individual in History: Actions & Legacies." More than 750 middle and high school students travel to Tallahassee to compete in 5 categories. The state fair is held on the Tallahassee Community College campus. The competition takes place on Friday, and the awards ceremony is held at Chiles High School on Saturday. Winners go to the National History Day (Fair) in College Park, Maryland. Museum Main Gallery, free.
May 20, 2009
  • Emancipation Day Celebration - The Knott House hosts this commemoration of the day when the Emancipation Proclamation was announced in Tallahassee. The program includes the reading, music, costumed participants, tours of African American historic sites, and a picnic in Lewis Park. Times are 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Knott House Museum, free.
June 13, 2009
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - Hands-on history programs for the whole family offer crafts, storytelling, and interactive activities every second Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
June 18, 2009
  • 3rd Thursday - The Museum has extended hours for special programs, tours, and catered food for purchase. The programs are free. Florida's History Shop is open. Times are 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.
July 11, 2009
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - Hands-on history programs for the family that offer a variety of activities. 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
July 16, 2009
  • 3rd Thursday - Enjoy the Museum after hours for special programs, tours, music, and catered food for purchase. The programs are free. Florida's History Shop is open during the evening. 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.
August 08, 2009
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - Hands-on history programs for the whole family. 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
August 20, 2009
  • 3rd Thursday - Extended hours for special programs, music, tours, and catered food for purchase. Florida's History Shop is open during the evening. Programs are free. 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.
August 28 - November 08, 2009
  • 28th Annual Capital City Quilt Show - For this annual show, the Museum partners with Quilters Unlimited of Tallahassee. View more than 100 beautifully hand-crafted and machine-made quilts. A silent auction and an "Opportunity Quilt" are part of the show. Museum Main Gallery, free.
September 12, 2009
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - Hands-on history programs for the whole family. 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
September 17, 2009
  • 3rd Thursday - Extended Museum hours for special programs, music, tours, and catered food for purchase. Programs are free. Florida's History Shop is open. 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.
October 10, 2009
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - Programs with a hands-on history focus for the whole family. 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
October 15, 2009
  • 3rd Thursday - Programs after hours at the Museum offer special presentations, music, tours, and catered food for purchase. Programs are free. Florida's History Shop is open. 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.
November 14, 2009
  • 2nd Saturday Family Programs - Hands-on history programs for the family with crafts, storytelling, interactive activities, and more. 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Museum Main Gallery, free.
November 19, 2009
  • 3rd Thursday - Extended hours at the Museum for special programs, music, tours, and catered food for purchase. Florida's History Shop is open. Programs are free. 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Museum Main Gallery, free.